What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Commodity Specialist, AWS Infrastructure and Supply Chain - Batteries position at Amazon?
DESCRIPTION
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 Supply Chain & Procurement (ISCaP) organization works to deliver cutting-edge 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!
We are seeking a Hardware Commodity Specialist to join a team that handles one of Amazon’s fastest growing commodities – Battery Backup Units (BBUs). In this role, the candidate will manage procurement and related operational supply chain activities in close collaboration with both internal and external cross functional teams. These are critical for AWS to achieve continuity of supply and cost goals.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of Seattle, WA, USA.
Key job responsibilities
The successful candidate must be a self-starter and have ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Candidates must have excellent analytical capabilities, supply chain experience. Candidate should be comfortable with diving deep into data sources to debug data related issues, and have strong writing skills.
The ideal candidate will not only raise the bar on delivering the right supply at the right time, but also is 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.
In this role you will:
Understand forecasting, demand planning, material planning, and manufacturing processes to verify supply commitments
Work with internal and external stakeholders analyze demand, create orders, reconcile allocation and manage invoicing and payment
Participate in requirements gathering
Understand the supply chain network and work with various analytics and software development teams to drive automation
Develop analytical tools and dashboards to track metrics, monitor SLAs, and report findings
Produce written recommendations and insights for key stakeholders to help shape solution design
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s or an advanced degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field.
3 years of work experience in supply chain, planning, procurement, manufacturing or 2 years with an advanced degree.
2 years of experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, macros, SQL, visualization tools - Tableau, Quicksight, etc.
2 years of experience in supply chain program, project, or supply chain automation related product management, or leading an implementation of a product.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
In depth knowledge of SQL and Excel VBA
Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t 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 $71,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $153,000/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Salary : $71,500 - $153,000
