Buyer II, Amazon Robotics Supply Chain

Amazon•North Reading, MA

About The Position

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 Robotics Delivery & Packaging Innovation 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 Robotics Supply Chain team is seeking a Buyer II with a background in supply chain purchasing, vendor management, and a knowledge of materials management and planning systems. 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. The Buyer II role on the GA Procurement team will lead the supply and inventory management of a portfolio which will include electronic components, mechanical hardware and assemblies from our global partners in support of manufacturing, engineering projects, and deployments. The successful candidate will have bias for action and will be driven to meet all service level goals related to technical, quality, and delivery requirements. This role will collaborate with multiple business functions in a team environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
5+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
Experience with enterprise systems including SAP, Oracle, and custom applications
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level
Experience using English communication skills, both written and verbal, to foster seamless interaction with stakeholders at all levels
Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python
Experience leading crossfunctional teams to improve business processes

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Proficient in using advanced use of Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

Purchasing materials and equipment from suppliers including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items.
Managing supplier relationships and KPIs reported to senior Supply Chain leadership
Providing inputs to monthly scorecards and presenting procurement data during quarterly business reviews.
Planning material requirements, managing inventory levels, managing schedules in our ERP system, and successfully communicating these requirements to our suppliers.
Identifying supply chain material risks and providing transparent monitoring of material flow.
Working collaboratively with Planning to communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to the end users.
Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, expedites, delivery requirements.
Assisting the Global Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and developing new products and programs.
Resolving PO receiving errors and assisting with invoice reconciliation.
Managing supplier returns including non-conformance reports, return material authorizations, and processing MRB material.
Identifying opportunities for process improvement and leading a cross-functional group to execute improvements.