Global Supply Manager

Amazon • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and
operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who
keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers,
storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have
continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging
problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re
looking for talented people who want to help.

This role leads supply management for interconnect or EE components. The ideal
candidate will deliver operational excellence with a focus on hardware
demand/supply optimization. This individual must be a high-energy, high-impact
individual with demonstrated ability to succeed in a dynamic business
environment.

Requirements

• 4+ years of procurement, supply chain, inventory management, contract management, lease administration or operations experience
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related technical field
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python
• Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company
• Travel Up to 50% on site in suppliers’ international locations.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies

Responsibilities

• Commit-to-Build (CTB) & Shortage Resolution Own and drive CTB tracking for critical components; lead shortage resolution by identifying root causes, developing mitigation plans, and coordinating across multi-tier suppliers and internal stakeholders to unblock production; engage suppliers to expedite, reallocate, or pull-in supply to close gaps; validate demand signals and communicate risk exposure and recovery plans to leadership with clarity and urgency.
• Inventory & Buffer Strategy Design and manage supply buffer strategies (safety stock, strategic inventory, VMI) to build resiliency without driving excess; define buffer targets based on lead time variability, demand volatility, and supply risk profiles; manage allocation of on-hand and in-transit inventory to highest-priority demands across VMI sites; monitor inventory health metrics (WOS and excess/obsolescence) and partner with Finance and Operations to align buffer investment with business risk tolerance and cost targets.
• Spot Market Buy Identify and evaluate spot market opportunities to bridge supply gaps; maintain a vetted network of authorized brokers and enforce compliance with quality and authenticity standards; define governance processes including approval thresholds and traceability requirements; track cost premiums and risk exposure while analyzing market dynamics to proactively position before shortages materialize.
• Lead Time Reduction Analyze end-to-end lead time drivers — including raw material pre-positioning, line balance, and manufacturing process optimization — to structurally reduce effective lead times; hub/consignment arrangements.

Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level