Sr. Contracts & Procurement Spec., Supply Chain, Prime Air

Amazon

Seattle, WA

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Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Benchmarking, Blog, Business Administration, Business Growth, Capacity Management, Category Management, Commodity Management, Computer Science, Consumer Electronics, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Contract Requirements, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Cost Modeling, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Delivery Management, Economics, Electronics, Electronics Manufacturing, Expense Analysis, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Trend Analysis, Hardware Components, Hardware Design, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Market Tracking, Market Trend Analysis, Negotiation Skills, Network Operations Center, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Pattern Analysis, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Pivot Tables, Pricing, Process Improvement, Process Management, Procurement Specifications, Product Management, Product Programs, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Profit & Loss, Prototyping, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Safety Standards, Six Sigma, Sourcing Strategy, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Tableau, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Analysis, Time Management, Total Cost of Ownership, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, eSourcing

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Description Source the Hardware That Powers Drone Delivery How do you source advanced components for autonomous drones that must meet aerospace safety standards while scaling to millions of deliveries? How do you balance cost, quality, and innovation when working with suppliers across electronics, mechanical systems, and aerospace hardware? Prime Air needs a commodity specialist to solve these challenges. As a Prime Air - Supply Chain Contracts & Procurement Specialists, you will manage sourcing and supplier relationships for hardware components that power Prime Air's revolutionary drone delivery system. You will execute commodity strategies, negotiate with suppliers, drive orders including procurement ordering/scheduling, analyze spend patterns, and drive cost optimization while ensuring quality and delivery performance. You will work directly with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to support Prime Air's rapid scaling across the US and Europe. This is a unique opportunity to work on hardware commodities for a first-of-its-kind business-with Amazon's scale, resources, and innovation culture behind you. Check out more about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog. Key job responsibilities What You'll Own Manage Hardware Commodity Categories: Own day-to-day commodity management for assigned hardware categories such as electronics, sensors, motors, batteries, mechanical components, or structural materials. Execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive performance improvements across your categories. Execute Strategic Sourcing Activities: Conduct RFx processes, evaluate supplier proposals, perform cost analysis, and support contract negotiations. Use spend analysis and benchmarking to identify cost savings opportunities and improve total cost of ownership. Present recommendations to commodity management leadership. Drive Supplier Performance: Monitor supplier performance on quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness. Conduct regular business reviews with suppliers, track key performance indicators, and drive corrective actions when needed. Build strong working relationships that enable Prime Air's rapid growth. Support New Product Introduction: Partner with Engineering teams to identify and qualify suppliers for new hardware components. Evaluate supplier technical capabilities, manufacturing capacity, and quality systems. Support prototype builds, design changes, and production ramps. Analyze Spend and Market Trends: Track commodity spend patterns, identify cost drivers, and analyze market trends that impact pricing and availability. Develop should-cost models and competitive benchmarks to inform sourcing decisions. Use data to identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and volume leverage. Ensure Supply Continuity: Monitor supplier health, identify supply chain risks, and develop mitigation plans. Coordinate with suppliers on inventory positioning, lead time management, and capacity planning to support Prime Air's deployment schedules. Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, and Operations teams to align commodity activities with program needs. Serve as the subject matter expert on your hardware categories for cost estimating and make-versus-buy decisions. Export Control Requirement This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon's ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf. A day in the life Why This Role Matters Prime Air is scaling from pilot to production. The hardware commodities you manage are the building blocks of our drone delivery system. Your decisions on supplier selection, cost optimization, and quality management will directly impact product performance, program timelines, and our path to profitability. You will work at the intersection of aerospace engineering, high-volume manufacturing, and strategic sourcing-learning how hardware is designed, produced, and scaled in a rapidly growing business. This is a rare opportunity to build commodity management expertise in drone delivery while working with advanced technology and innovative suppliers. About the team Our commodity management team is passionate about Prime Air's mission of ultra-fast delivery. We combine procurement expertise with technical curiosity and a willingness to invent and simplify for a business that is scaling from pilot to production. We operate from Seattle, WA and partner closely with Prime Air's engineering, operations, and business teams. Our supplier base spans the US, Europe, and Asia, giving you global exposure and the opportunity to work with leading aerospace, electronics, and manufacturing companies. Basic Qualifications - 2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience - 6+ years of related industry experience - 8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience - 8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field - Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent - Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments - Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies - Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company - Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field - Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies - Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction - Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners - Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent) 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. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually

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Amazon

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COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Other/Not Classified

FOUNDED

1994

WEBSITE

http://Amazon.com/militaryroles

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