AWS Strategic Software Sourcing Manager

Key job responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive software sourcing strategies aligned with AWS's technical roadmap
• Lead complex negotiations for software agreements and licenses across multiple vendors
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key software partners and internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical requirements and evaluate solutions
• Analyze spend data and market trends to identify cost optimization opportunities
• Drive process improvements in software acquisition and lifecycle management
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and internal policies
• Manage cross-functional programs with significant business impact

Basic Qualifications

• Experience explaining complex technical concepts to various business and technical audiences
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Administration required
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in software licensing and strategic sourcing
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working directly with engineering teams
• Proven track record of successful contract negotiations and program management
• Excellent Written and verbal communication abilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in business, data science, public administration, finance, engineering, human resources, or related field, or PMP certificate
• Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations
• Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements
• Experience designing, implementing, and scaling workforce development programs across large-scale operations, including forecasting workforce needs and leveraging analytics to drive program decisions
• Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations across leadership and cross-functional teams
• Experience using analytical tools for workforce metrics and reporting