• Strategic Procurement Manager, SDI

    Amazon (Arlington, VA)


    Description

    The ideal Strategic Procurement Manager, Supplier Development and Impact (SDI) is passionate about supporting disadvantaged-owned businesses (DOBs) 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

     

    - Develops and executes strategies to expand Amazon’s SDI program to other core businesses and subsidiaries

     

    - Collaborates with Amazon SDI Business Unit (ABU) teams to ensure governance and share best practices

     

    - Partner with other Amazon SDI ABU teams to develop and implement new and enhanced processes and mechanisms

     

    - Oversee development of SDI documents with visibility at the highest level of the corporation;

     

    - Identifies, fosters, and maintains strategic external partnerships to proactively provide DOBs with procurement opportunities to ensure all suppliers have a fair and equitable opportunity to compete for business within our supply chain.

     

    - Independently leads through ambiguity – serves as key point of escalation

    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.

     

    https://www.amazonsdi.com/

    Basic Qualifications

    - Bachelor’s degree

     

    - 5+ years experience in supply chain management, including owning/driving a program, strategy, multi-year operational plan, goal, metrics, and end to end delivery

     

    - 5+ years experience in SDI or Responsible Sourcing

     

    - Expertise in working with global cross functional and partner teams

     

    - Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements

     

    - Experience conducting business reviews to senior and C-suite level leadership

     

    - Communication proficiency, especially writing, presentations and social media

    Preferred Qualifications

    - Masters of Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

     

    - Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality

     

    - ISM certification

     

    - Analytical and problem solving, implementation of improvements and repeatable processes, driving automation or standardization

     

    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 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.