Sr. Supply Chain PM, Robotics Supply Chain - Strategic Sourcing, Silicon and Sensing

<strong>Description<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>Amazon Robotics 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, mechatronic systems and pack automation solutions. We design autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more.<br><br>The Amazon Robotics Supply Chain and Operations organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions.<br><br>The Strategic Sourcing Organization spanning the Global Electronics Commodities Management team is seeking an experienced Sr. Supply Chain Program Manager for managing our Distribution Partner Network supporting the Amazon Robotics portfolio of below the buy "BTB" components (CPU, GPU, FPGA, and ICs, passives and other core components) with a background in global supplier management, new supplier introduction, supplier development, and materials management.<br><br>We are seeking a highly effective supply chain program manager to lead an organizational wide inventory management program. In this role, the candidate will create and lead the best practices across Amazon Robotic's semiconductor supply chain in close collaboration with both internal and external cross functional teams. This program is critical to help enable Amazon Robotics team achieve continuity of supply and lead-time goals.<br><br>The successful candidate must be a self-starter comfortable with ambiguity, with high attention to detail, and a proven ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Candidates must have excellent analytical capabilities, particularly in Materials Management, Finance, Program Management experience, be comfortable diving deep into data, have strong writing skills, lead executive-level reviews, and communicate clearly and effectively to all levels of the company, both in writing and in meetings.<br><br>The ideal candidate will not only raise the bar on delivering a best-in-class process to manage a complex supply chain and procurement operation, but is also a person who actively participates with a strong curiosity to understand the business end-to-end, and has a track record of using data to influence decision makers.<br><br><strong>In This Role, You Will<br><br></strong><ul><li> Serve as a key member of the Amazon Robotics supply chain team in helping to define and deliver key processes to manage complex supply chain strategies.</li><li> Build robust and scalable sourcing processes that interface with all critical components within Amazon Robotics's products.</li><li> Manage complex financial and legal requirements and lead key inventory activities that will impact our supply chain.</li><li> Produce written recommendations and insights for key stakeholders to help shape solution design.</li><li> Handle multiple projects at once, deal with ambiguity and rapidly-changing priorities.</li><li> Drive the development of scalable and reliable analytical tools, dashboards, and metrics that drive key decisions and resource prioritization.<br><br></li></ul>Our environment is fast-paced and requires someone who is hard-working, meticulous and energetic, who gets things done at an effective pace, gets results, and is comfortable working with tight deadlines and changing priorities.<br><br>A day in the life<br><br>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:<br><br><ul><li> Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage</li><li> Maternity and Parental Leave Options</li><li> Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li> 401(k) Plan<br><br></li></ul>If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!<br><br><strong>About The Team<br><br></strong><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS<br><br></strong><ul><li> Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li> 2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience</li><li> 6+ years of related industry experience</li><li> 8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience</li><li> 8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience</li><li> Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent</li><li> Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments</li><li> Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies</li><li> Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company</li><li> Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation<br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li> Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction</li><li> Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)<br><br></li></ul>Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br><br>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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br><br>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 MA, N.Reading - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, TX, Irving - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually<br><br><br><strong>Company</strong> - Amazon.com Services LLC<br><br>Job ID: A10554957

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