Overview In this role you will shape the procurement strategy for data center construction, enabling scalable and cost-efficient infrastructure. You will work with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with business goals and drive supplier performance across a global network. You will solve complex procurement challenges, mitigate risks, and contribute to safety and capacity objectives in AWS data centers. This is a high-impact role at the heart of AWS infrastructure, offering opportunities to innovate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Compensation / Benefits- sign-on payments and RSUs
- health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, life & AD&D and optional supplemental life)
- 401(k) matching
- paid time off
- parental leave
- mentorship and career growth resources
Responsibilities- Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for construction services
- Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive landscapes
- Manage RFP processes for data center construction with general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to improve efficiency and performance
- Create robust metrics and accountability for supplier performance
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business objectives
Key requirements- Bachelor's degree in a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, contracting, etc.)
- Proven track record in cost reduction through negotiations with global suppliers
- 5+ years of data analysis using Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau
- Program, project, or product management experience or leading product implementation
- 5+ years of experience with construction services and material procurement
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- collaborative and cross-functional collaboration
- data-driven decision making
- Excel
- Pivot Tables
- SQL
