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Amazon Hardware Sourcing Manager, Technology Sourcing and Infrastructure in Arlington, Virginia
Description
Are you interested in joining the Technology, Sourcing and Procurement space inside Amazon’s eCommerce Foundation? Then this job aligns perfect as our team is responsible for all aspects related to Hardware negotiation, acquisition and long-term strategy on that space. Amazon’s Technology Sourcing and Infrastructure team (TSI) is seeking a Hardware Sourcing & Vendor Manager focused on technology hardware and support services. This role will establish and maintain a strategic and rounded roadmap tied to the rhythm of the Corporate Infrastructure Buildouts (CIB) and AV (Audio Visuals) business and set operational direction across a diverse range of projects and initiatives.
As a Sourcing and Vendor Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of products, services, or goods. In parallel, you will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies to secure the best suppliers and vendors for our organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including procurement, supply chain, and product development, to identify and evaluate potential suppliers, help negotiate contracts, and optimize the sourcing process.
The role requires strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills to manage vendor contracts, monitor performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement. The ultimate goal of this role is to ensure the availability of high-quality products or services while achieving cost savings and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Key job responsibilities
Negotiate and establish contractual agreements, pricing, and terms with vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Manage ongoing vendor relationships, including conducting regular performance evaluations, resolving conflicts, and fostering productive collaborations.
Monitor vendor performance metrics, such as delivery times, quality of products or services, and customer satisfaction, and take corrective actions as necessary.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define and communicate vendor requirements, specifications, and expectations.
Coordinate with procurement and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, invoices, and reconciliations.
Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact vendor management and sourcing strategies.
Conduct regular market research to identify potential new vendors and suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and assess their suitability for the organization.
Lead vendor contract negotiations and renewals, working closely with legal and procurement teams to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
Develop and maintain a vendor performance database, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, to track vendor performance and support decision-making processes.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and efficiencies in vendor management and procurement processes.
About the team
Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Mentorship & Career Growth: We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Inclusive Team Culture: We embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.)
Experience in program or project management
Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
Experience in defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics
Experience in supply chain
Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
Experience leading process improvements
Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $77,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $141,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.