What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager, Supplier Development and Impact , Global Corporate Procurement Supplier Diversity and Inclusion position at Amazon?
DESCRIPTION
The ideal Supplier Development and Impact (SDI) senior manager is passionate about supporting disadvantaged-owned businesses (DOBs) suppliers in our global supply chain, and has extensive experience scaling programs in complex organizations.
This role develops "Think Big" strategies, manages multiple projects, leads SDI communications, and drives operational excellence.
The leader collaborates across internal teams (Procurement, Finance, Product & Tech, Legal, Policy, Communications) and engages external stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, and non-government organizations to advance Amazon's SDI initiative.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and execute strategies to expand Amazon’s SDI program to other core businesses and subsidiaries
• Collaborate with SDI leaders across Amazon to ensure governance and share best practices
• Partner with other SDI ABU teams to develop and implement new mechanisms to attract and engage disadvantaged suppliers
• Oversee development of SDI expansion monthly reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with visibility at the highest level of the corporation; identify and implement reporting efficiencies
• Identify, foster, and maintain strategic external partnerships and resources to support the success of disadvantaged suppliers
• Independently leads through ambiguity – serves as key point of escalation
• Designing and implementing strategies to help employees grow and develop, and to align their skills organizational goals
About the team
For decades, Amazon has worked with thousands of suppliers including small, medium, and large companies; public and private companies; and local, regional, and global companies. Our efforts continue to be an important part of ensuring a robust supplier base that drives business outcomes, promotes competitiveness, and fuels economic growth for Amazon and its suppliers. In the process, we create a stronger and more resilient supply chain for all and drive positive impact. That mission is as important today as it was when we formed.
Join our SDI team and explore opportunities to shape Amazon's SDI strategy.
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree • 10 years of in supply chain owning / driving a program, strategy, multi-year operational plan, goal, metrics, and end to end delivery • 10 years in SDI or Responsible Sourcing • Working with global cross functional and partner teams • Analytical and problem solving, implementation of improvements and repeatable processes, driving automation or standardization, conducting business reviews to senior and C-suite level leadership • Communication proficiency, especially writing, presentations and social media • Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters of Business Administration or Supply Chain Management • Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality • International Supply Management Certified Supplier Diversity Professional
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