Manager, Business Transformation, AWS Power and Cooling (PAC)

Amazon•Austin, TX

36d

About The Position

AWS Infrastructure Services 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 of 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. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth! Do you have a desire to make a major contribution to the future in the rapid growth environment of Cloud Computing? Amazon Web Services is looking for a Manager, Procurement Operations to help build a scalable, predictive, and prescriptive supply chain for our AIS Power and Cooling organization. You will be part of the AIS Power and Cooling Program Management team working with Category Managers, Supply Managers, Materials Managers, Project and Constructions Managers, Finance, and other partner teams to achieve our goals. This role requires an individual with excellent knowledge of supply chain, procurement processes, submittal process, and tools and systems used in the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and submittal process in a fast paced ever changing environment. You will be responsible for managing a team of highly talented and motivated individuals, drive scalability in the Procurement Operations function, improve our automation tools and systems, and use metrics and KPIs to drive performance improvement and minimize supply chain risks. Data-driven decision-making is at the core of Amazon’s culture. You will own building solutions and administering procurement risk and compliance management that enable senior leaders to make critical business decisions. Manager, Business Transformation is responsible for overseeing the entire procurement and technical submittal process, ensuring that goods and services are acquired efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining quality standards and compliance with global and local regulations. This role involves people management, cross functional collaboration for strategic planning and risk management, process standardization and automation, metrics to drive performance improvement and, continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools and systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
10+ years experience in procurement or supply chain management in a complex and fast paced environment
3+ years experience managing people with strong experience in coaching and mentoring for career development
3+ years experience in process improvement, data, analytics, and analytical tools such as Excel, Smartsheet, SQL, Quicksight, Tableau etc.
3+ years experience in driving process automation and development of integrated procurement tools and systems

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree in engineering or other quantitative disciplines
Advanced experience in program, project, or product management
Advanced experience in supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, or quality
Ability to influence cross functionally across engineering, finance, and other internal or external partners
Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems
Strong verbal/written communication and data presentation skills, including an ability to effectively communicate cross functionally
Ability to thrive in a startup-like environment
Excellent organizational skills including prioritizing, scheduling, time management, and ability to meeting deadlines
Six Sigma Black Belt

Responsibilities

Manage the procure-to-pay process, including requisitioning, purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and payment for goods and services
Manage the technical submittal process ensuring SLA compliance and minimize impact to equipment delivery
Lead and manage a talented team of procurement and supply chain professionals
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations
Optimize procurement and submittal processes and workflows for efficiency and effectiveness
Identifying and assessing potential risks associated with procurement and submittal activities and develop a comprehensive risk mitigation plan
Track key procurement and submittal metrics and KPIs to measure performance
Analyze procurement data to identify trends and areas for improvement
Develop a comprehensive execution strategy for change management across P2P process
Prepare reports for management and stakeholders
Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement