Sr. Global Category Manager - Sensors and Pneumatics, Electromechanical Strategic Sourcing Team

About the role

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that delight our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet. Amazon's Robotic Delivery & Packaging Innovation (RDPI) organization is located in the greater Boston area, the epicenter of robotics innovation, with development hubs also in Seattle and Europe. Our diverse teams come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots, manipulation systems and packaging automation solutions. We design autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more. The RDPI Supply Chain organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics and automation technologies and is responsible for designing the supplier base, support and recommend the selection of technologies and components, getting the right solution to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions.

The Strategic Sourcing team is seeking an experienced Sr. Global Category Manager for Sensors and Pneumatics (Robotics Applications) with a strong technical background in sensor technologies, pneumatic system design, and vacuum generation for robotic manipulation platforms. This role requires deep expertise in global supplier management, new supplier introduction, supplier development, and executing sourcing decisions to support new product introduction and long-term commodity strategy.

Key job responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Strategy: Serve as technical subject matter expert for sensor technologies, pneumatic systems, and vacuum solutions, leveraging engineering background to develop deep understanding of detection principles, pneumatic actuation, and component manufacturing processes. Translate complex technical specifications into clear sourcing strategies, considering reliability, availability, scalability, and supply chain risks. Define and execute sourcing strategies aligned with program roadmaps, supplier diversification targets, and long-term cost reduction goals.
• Supplier Management & Cost Optimization: Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage strategic supplier relationships across sensor OEMs, pneumatic component manufacturers, and regional distributors. Drive global initiatives, designing multi-region supply chain for cost optimization, tariff mitigation, and lead time reduction. Own supplier performance management through scorecards and business reviews with senior stakeholders. Travel to supplier sites domestically and internationally (approximately 25%).
• Cross-functional Leadership: Lead large-scale initiatives spanning multiple teams and geographies, including supplier qualification, dual sourcing, and technology transitions. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and program teams to define technical requirements and ensure sourcing strategies meet cost, quality, and capability targets while reducing single-source dependencies.

Basic Qualifications

• 6+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience
• Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level
• Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules
• Experience with technology transformation initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ME, EE, CE, SW) or related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of experience in supply chain, commodity management, and supplier management in a high-volume, global manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations
• Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements

Benefits

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $147,900.00 - $200,100.00 USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.