Sr. Strategic Sourcing & Manufacturing Manager, Fulfillment Technologies and Robotics

Sr. Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manufacturing Manager, Fulfillment Technologies and Robotics

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The Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manufacturing Manager is the relationship owner for Fulfillment Technologies and Robotics (FTR), Contract Manufacturing & Supply Chain Services suppliers. A diverse portfolio of global and regional suppliers including contract manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and integrators. The Supply Chain services vary from manufacturing, integration, assembly and kitting, procurement, inventory management, forward and reverse logistics as well as design of different types of products from custom electronic assemblies to large integrated systems.

In this capacity, the Business Manager has the responsibility to:

• Lead the sourcing, selection, contract negotiation and management of one or more suppliers in alignment with the overarching supply chain strategy. Ensure a competitive sourcing environment leading to continuous improvement in engineering and logistics services, delivery, cost, quality, inventory mgt, capacity/flexibility, business and contract mgt, and social responsibility.
• Lead the commercial and contractual aspects of the relationship and drive multifunctional teams relative to suppliers’ involvement.
• Lead the supplier performance management and cross-functional recurrent business reviews.
• Actively engage with Product Development teams, Engineering, Internal Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Finance, Tech Deployment, Worldwide Operations and other Supply Chain Team like Procurement, Sourcing, and Logistics in different product lines to achieve the programmatic objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering, and program teams in different stages of product development heavy emphasis on new product introduction (NPI) to scale global deployment. Ensuring the sourcing strategies meet the technical capabilities, cost, schedule, and business objectives.

Key job responsibilities

• Supplier Management & Performance:
  Navigate complex dynamics between FTR and suppliers, ensuring top performance while fostering collaborative, long‑term relationships that benefit both organizations.
• Technical Expertise:
  Strong understanding of supplier capabilities, Fulfillment and Robotics technologies, and manufacturing, assembly, and integration methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Negotiation
  
  Skills:
  
  Lead all commercial negotiations with suppliers, secure competitive contracts and favorable terms, and address issues or drive changes when necessary.
• Contract Management:
  Ensure suppliers adhere to contracts, renegotiate for better terms, safeguard Amazon’s bottom line in terms of IP, indemnity, and confidentiality, and align contracts with Amazon’s brand and customer requirements.
• Financial Management:
  Manage business relationships, contracts, pricing, and claims while maintaining effective negotiation strategies.
• Relationship Building:
  Engage and influence both suppliers and FTR stakeholders at various organizational levels, often under pressure, to ensure strong business cases and maintain a high executive presence.

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full‑time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

• Bachelor's degree
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, supplier management, and strategic sourcing
• 5+ years working cross‑functionally with tech and non‑tech teams, and in project management
• Expertise in RFQs, supplier selection, risk mitigation, and contract negotiation
• Skilled in global supplier cost, risk, and lead time reduction strategies
• Data‑driven approach to program execution and continuous improvement
• Experienced in process standardization and developing business strategies across teams
• Strong leadership in NPI programs and supplier management