Sr. Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manufacturing Manager, Fulfillment Technologies and Robotics

Amazon•Westboro, WI

33d•$147,900 - $200,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manufacturing Manager is the relationship owner for Fulfillment Technologies and Robotics (FTR), Contract Manufacturing & Supply Chain Services suppliers. A diverse portfolio of global and regional suppliers including contract manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and integrators. The Supply Chain services vary from manufacturing, integration, assembly and kitting, procurement, inventory management, forward and reverse logistics as well as design of different types of products from custom electronic assemblies to large integrated systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
7+ years of experience in supply chain, supplier management, and strategic sourcing
5+ years working cross-functionally with tech and non-tech teams, and in project management
Expertise in RFQs, supplier selection, risk mitigation, and contract negotiation
Skilled in global supplier cost, risk, and lead time reduction strategies
Data-driven approach to program execution and continuous improvement
Experienced in process standardization and developing business strategies across teams
Strong leadership in NPI programs and supplier management

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Business Administration, Industrial or Operations Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to work in an ambiguous environment while prioritizing and managing multiple stakeholders, responsibilities, and delivering multiple first-of-their-kind programs with aggressive schedules.
Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office tools, Tableau analytics, and ERP/PLM Systems.

Responsibilities

Lead the sourcing, selection, contract negotiation and management of one or more suppliers in alignment with the overarching supply chain strategy. Ensure a competitive sourcing environment leading to continuous improvement in engineering and logistics services, delivery, cost, quality, inventory mgt, capacity/flexibility, business and contract mgt, and social responsibility.
Lead the commercial and contractual aspects of the relationship and drive multifunctional teams relative to suppliers’ involvement.
Lead the supplier performance management and cross-functional recurrent business reviews.
Actively engage with Product Development teams, Engineering, Internal Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Finance, Tech Deployment, Worldwide Operations and other Supply Chain Team like Procurement, Sourcing, and Logistics in different product lines to achieve the programmatic objectives.
Collaborate with engineering, and program teams in different stages of product development heavy emphasis on new product introduction (NPI) to scale global deployment. Ensuring the sourcing strategies meet the technical capabilities, cost, schedule, and business objectives.
Supplier Management & Performance: The Business Manager must navigate complex dynamics between FTR and suppliers, ensuring top performance while fostering collaborative, long-term relationships that benefit both organizations.
Technical Expertise: They need a strong understanding of supplier capabilities, Fulfillment and Robotics technologies, as well as manufacturing, assembly, and integration methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
Negotiation Skills: The role involves leading all commercial negotiations with suppliers, securing competitive contracts and favorable terms, and knowing when to address issues or drive changes.
Contract Management: Ensuring suppliers adhere to contracts, renegotiating for better terms, and safeguarding Amazon’s bottom line in terms of IP, indemnity, and confidentiality. They also ensure contracts align with Amazon’s brand and meet customer requirements.
Financial Management: Managing business relationships, contracts, pricing, and claims while maintaining effective negotiation strategies.
Relationship Building: Engaging and influencing both suppliers and FTR stakeholders at various organizational levels, often under pressure, to ensure strong business cases and maintain a high executive presence.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
sign-on payments
restricted stock units (RSUs)
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