Sr. Strategic Sourcing, Contract Manufacturing

Amazon.com • North Reading, MA

118d • $133,200 - $220,200

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing 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. In this capacity the Business Manager has the responsibility to: * 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, or Finance
• 7+ years working 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.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office tools, Tableau analytics, and ERP/PLM Systems.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management & Performance: Navigate complex dynamics between FTR and suppliers, ensuring top performance while fostering collaborative, long-term relationships.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of supplier capabilities, Fulfillment and Robotics technologies, as well as manufacturing, assembly, and integration methodologies.
• Negotiation Skills: Lead all commercial negotiations with suppliers, securing competitive contracts and favorable terms.
• Contract Management: Ensure suppliers adhere to contracts, renegotiating for better terms, and safeguarding Amazon's bottom line.
• Financial Management: Manage business relationships, contracts, pricing, and claims while maintaining effective negotiation strategies.
• Relationship Building: Engage and influence both suppliers and FTR stakeholders at various organizational levels.

Benefits

• Medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• Equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package

What This Job Offers

• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees