Job Description
DESCRIPTION
Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that delight our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet.
Amazon Robotics is located in the greater Boston area, the epicenter of robotics innovation. Our diverse team of engineers come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots and mechatronics systems. Having our offices, labs, test floors and factories all co-located means that we can design the hardware, write the code, test, build and watch it all come to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more.
The Global Robotics Delivery and Amazon Robotics Supply Chain organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials to the right place at the right time to assist our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. It’s an operation that works cross-functionally with teams across Amazon globally, and is driven by data and metrics. The successful candidate for this position will be self-managing, have a high sense of urgency and motivated to achieve defined service levels and program goals.
We are seeking a strategic SC Procurement Manager III to oversee vendor sourcing and management for Amazon's Robotics supply chain and procurement operations. This role combines high-level strategic procurement leadership with hands-on supply chain management, focusing on both vendor negotiations and operational excellence.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead large-scale negotiations for supply chain services contracts
- Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies
- Manage relationships with senior leadership of external vendors
- Supply Chain Management
- Operational Excellence
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Key Performance Areas:
On-time PO delivery and placement
Inventory management efficiency
Supplier performance metrics
Value creation targets
Process automation initiatives
Material requirement planning
Risk management and mitigation
A day in the life
* Maintain KPIs related to operational readiness and efficiency
* Execute end-to-end contract projects
* Manage technical, quality, and delivery requirements
* Resolve supply chain challenges and implement process improvements
* Partner with multiple business functions and stakeholders
* Lead indirect teams to deliver valuable projects
* Communicate effectively with internal and external leadership
* Present procurement data during quarterly business reviews
* Drive improved financial performance through strategic sourcin
* Oversee portfolio of electronic components, mechanical hardware, and assemblies
* Manage inventory levels and material requirements
* Monitor and optimize supply chain performance metrics
* Coordinate with global partners for manufacturing support
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of program or project management experience
- 5+ years of supply chain experience
- Experience being responsible/leading large and complex negotiations
- 5+ years of negotiations/cost savings, supplier excellence, and risk mitigation experience
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work,