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

Description

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.

Key job responsibilities

• 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.

A day in the life

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

Basic Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.