Sr DC Capex Procurement Manager - Energy infrastructure, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement

Amazon•Herndon, VA

About The Position

Amazon is seeking a motivated and data-driven Category Manager to support Americas data center expansion and infrastructure development. The ideal candidate should possess strong supply chain and procurement expertise, analytical and financial acumen, excellent communication capabilities, and a hands-on passion for diving deep into data center capacity planning and construction processes. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate proven experience managing large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects. As a Category Manager for the Energy Infrastructure and Projects portfolio, you will create and implement sourcing strategies for energy infrastructure procurement categories and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and optimize costs for Amazon. This role specifically requires candidates with Natural Gas Industry experience in the following areas: Prior experience in natural gas trading operations and market dynamics Knowledge of pipeline infrastructure including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) and O&M (Operations & Maintenance) scope, commercial frameworks, and contract negotiations Understanding of natural gas extraction, production, and transportation processes Familiarity with upstream processes and natural gas value chain You will develop mechanisms and metrics to ensure supplier accountability for performance and delivery. Success will be driven through competitive bidding, strategic negotiations, and comprehensive analysis of data and market trends for your category. The ideal candidate thinks strategically, drives multiple initiatives simultaneously, communicates effectively, and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative while working with significant autonomy. Success requires strong analytical thinking, strategic and global perspective, intellectual curiosity, urgency in meeting customer timelines, ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, and exceptional customer focus with sound business judgment. Embracing and modeling Amazon's Leadership Principles with an entrepreneurial spirit is essential. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. 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. About AWS Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. 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. 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 we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

Requirements

Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements with measurable results
Experience with energy infrastructure equipment and construction categories including natural gas infrastructure, long-lead equipment (generators, turbines), and gas sourcing strategies for prime and back-up power systems in data centers
Exceptional attention to detail with ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Strategic thinking with methodical execution capabilities
Demonstrated ability to influence teams in adopting innovative technologies
Adaptability in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with continuous innovation focus
Commitment to professional and technical knowledge expansion
Strong analytical, financial, and quantitative skills with data-driven decision making
General manager/owner mentality with willingness to tackle any necessary task
Deep understanding of products, business operations, and competitive landscape
Comprehensive planning abilities with consistent on-time execution
Results-oriented approach producing measurable outcomes within committed timeframes
Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills
5+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience
8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent
Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company
Hands-on experience with pipeline and gas infrastructure EPC and O&M projects

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
Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction
Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners
Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)
Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies

Responsibilities

Create and implement sourcing strategies for energy infrastructure procurement categories
Collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and optimize costs for Amazon
Develop mechanisms and metrics to ensure supplier accountability for performance and delivery
Drive success through competitive bidding, strategic negotiations, and comprehensive analysis of data and market trends for your category