Procurement Ops Specialist, Data Center Services Procurement

Job Description

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. As a Procurement Ops Specialist, you will work closely with the procurement category managers across APAC, in creating and supporting Vendor qualifications, requests for proposals, and vendor performance dashboards for construction, professional services, engineering, and related categories. You will also provide input on procurement processes and tools to help identify waste and enable innovation across teams. The ideal candidate must be collaborative. To be successful in this role, you must be highly analytical; think practically; have a sense of urgency to meet internal customer timelines; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; succeed in a fast-paced environment; engage key stakeholders where needed; and have a high level of focus. Also, you must have a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects and driving them to completion to meet business objectives. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon’s Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit. Key job responsibilities Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Independently and cross-functionally deliver on projects/goals Manage assigned supplier onboarding and qualification processes Manage assigned tender events, and related follow-on contract generation supporting the Procurement Category Manager. Manage post contract metrics and audit process for work awarded. Identify dashboard requirements for metrics reporting and identify opportunities for process improvement and develop training documentation Monitor and manage purchase requisition process using information provided by business owners and suppliers. AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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. Minimum Requirements 2+ years of program or project management experience 1+ years of supply chain experience Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology Experience in MS Access and SQL Experience in requirement gathering and ability to write clear and detailed requirement documents Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes. #J-18808-Ljbffr