Senior Data Center Category Manager, Data Center Sourcing & Procurement

About the role

Revolutionize infrastructure procurement by driving strategic sourcing and innovative solutions that power global cloud computing infrastructure. Join a collaborative, forward‑thinking group dedicated to building the technological infrastructure that powers global cloud computing. The role focuses on developing advanced procurement strategies that optimize the data‑center construction ecosystem, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and enhance supplier performance across an expansive infrastructure network.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for construction services.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive landscapes.
• Manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for Data Center Construction scopes with general contractors, subcontractors, and construction material/equipment suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to drive efficiency and performance.
• Create robust metrics and accountability mechanisms for supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

A day in the life – You’ll blend strategic planning, collaborative problem‑solving, and data‑driven decision‑making. Each day involves engaging with cross‑functional teams, analyzing market trends, and developing innovative sourcing strategies that drive operational excellence. You’ll prioritize activities that support data‑center capacity availability and safety, work on projects locally and globally, and interact with teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers.

Team

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. The team supports all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure continuous customer access. You’ll work alongside software, hardware, and network engineers, supply‑chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles, collaborating across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety, security, and cost‑effective capacity.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of related industry experience.
• Experience practicing best‑in‑class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should‑cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent).
• Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction.
• 5+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent.
• Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation.
• 5+ years of relevant experience with construction services and material procurement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies.
• Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain, and Tier 1 OEM partners.
• Experience interfacing directly with construction scopes through various stages of development and construction, coordinating with internal and external teams responsible for construction and commissioning/testing phases.
• Familiarity with current engineering principles associated with Data Center Construction, Sustainability, etc.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance with optional supplemental life plans.
• Employee Assistance Program, mental health support, and medical advice line.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.

Pay

Base salary range: $147,900 – $200,100 USD annually (varies by location). Total compensation may include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).