Manager, Business Transformation, AWS Power and Cooling (PAC)

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll 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 youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable scalable and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver solutions to source build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated engaged and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!

Do you have a desire to make a major contribution to the future in the rapid growth environment of Cloud Computing Amazon Web Services is looking for a Manager Procurement Operations to help build a scalable predictive and prescriptive supply chain for our AIS Power and Cooling organization. You will be part of the AIS Power and Cooling Program Management team working with Category Managers Supply Managers Materials Managers Project and Constructions Managers Finance and other partner teams to achieve our goals.

This role requires an individual with excellent knowledge of supply chain procurement processes submittal process and tools and systems used in the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and submittal process in a fast paced ever changing environment. You will be responsible for managing a team of highly talented and motivated individuals drive scalability in the Procurement Operations function improve our automation tools and systems and use metrics and KPIs to drive performance improvement and minimize supply chain risks. Data-driven decision-making is at the core of Amazons culture. You will own building solutions and administering procurement risk and compliance management that enable senior leaders to make critical business decisions.

Key job responsibilities
Manager Business Transformation is responsible for overseeing the entire procurement and technical submittal process ensuring that goods and services are acquired efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining quality standards and compliance with global and local regulations. This role involves people management cross functional collaboration for strategic planning and risk management process standardization and automation metrics to drive performance improvement and continuous improvement of procurement processes tools and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the procure-to-pay process including requisitioning purchasing receiving invoicing and payment for goods and services
- Manage the technical submittal process ensuring SLA compliance and minimize impact to equipment delivery
- Lead and manage a talented team of procurement and supply chain professionals
- Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and relevant regulations
- Optimize procurement and submittal processes and workflows for efficiency and effectiveness
- Identifying and assessing potential risks associated with procurement and submittal activities and develop a comprehensive risk mitigation plan
- Track key procurement and submittal metrics and KPIs to measure performance
- Analyze procurement data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Develop a comprehensive execution strategy for change management across P2P process
- Prepare reports for management and stakeholders
- Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
- Required Travel: 15%

About the team
Business Transformation team is responsible for onboarding new vendors soliciting quotes from external vendors through the standard RFx process compiling quotes to prepare a total cost of ownership summary for finance and other stakeholders issue Purchase Orders manage vendor invoice manage technical submittals and manage change orders driven by scope changes throughout the product lifecycle.

- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management
- Bachelors degree in supply chain business engineering finance or related technical or quantitative field
- 10 years experience in procurement or supply chain management in a complex and fast paced environment
- 3 years experience managing people with strong experience in coaching and mentoring for career development
- 3 years experience in process improvement data analytics and analytical tools such as Excel Smartsheet SQL Quicksight Tableau etc.
- 3 years experience in driving process automation and development of integrated procurement tools and systems

- MBA or advanced degree in engineering or other quantitative disciplines
- Advanced experience in program project or product management
- Advanced experience in supply chain manufacturing engineering or quality
- Ability to influence cross functionally across engineering finance and other internal or external partners
- Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems
- Strong verbal/written communication and data presentation skills including an ability to effectively communicate cross functionally
- Ability to thrive in a startup-like environment
- Excellent organizational skills including prioritizing scheduling time management and ability to meeting deadlines
- Six Sigma Black Belt

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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $146500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $242200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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