Senior Data Center Category Manager, Data Center Sourcing & Procurement

Revolutionize infrastructure procurement by driving strategic sourcing and

innovative solutions that power global cloud computing infrastructure! Join our

dynamic team and play a critical role in shaping the future of technology

procurement across complex construction supply chains.

You will be instrumental in developing advanced procurement strategies that

optimize our data center construction ecosystem. By leveraging your analytical

skills and strategic thinking, you'll create transformative approaches that

reduce costs, mitigate risks, and enhance supplier performance across our

expansive infrastructure network.

We are a collaborative and forward-thinking group dedicated to building the

technological infrastructure that powers global cloud computing. Our team values

creativity, continuous learning, and a passion for solving complex challenges

that shape the future of technology.

Key job 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

Your day will be filled with dynamic challenges that blend strategic planning,

collaborative problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making. You'll engage

with cross-functional teams, analyze market trends, and develop innovative

sourcing strategies that drive operational excellence. Each day you will

interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers.

You will prioritize your activities to support data center capacity availability

and safety focusing on the actions that are most impactful. You will have the

opportunity to work on projects locally and globally.

About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation

of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the

cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage,

networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have

continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging

problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re

looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply

chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.

You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest

standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at

the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive

culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

About AWS

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred

qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates

to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path,

or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted

cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating —

that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies

trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored

affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what

makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams.

Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and

passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s

Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and

other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded

professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the

expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of

our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home,

there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

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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

- 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, direct coordination with internal and

external teams responsible for construction and commissioning/testing phases of

project

- Familiarity with current engineering principles associated with Data Center

Construction, Sustainability, etc

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis

of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our

customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or

adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the

interview or onboarding process, please visit

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information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please

contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. 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. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits

including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &

AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health

Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy

Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits

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USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually