Description

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that delight our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet.

Amazon Robotics is located in the greater Boston area, the epicenter of robotics innovation. Our diverse team of engineers come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots and mechatronics systems. Having our offices, labs, test floors and factories all co-located means that we can design the hardware, write the code, test, build and watch it all come to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more.

The Global Robotics Delivery and Amazon Robotics Supply Chain organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials to the right place at the right time to assist our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. It’s an operation that works cross-functionally with teams across Amazon globally, and is driven by data and metrics. The Robotics Supply Chain team is seeking a Buyer I with a background in supply chain purchasing and a knowledge of materials management and planning systems. The successful candidate for this position will be self-managing, have a high sense of urgency and motivated to achieve defined service levels and program goals.

The Supply Chain Manager 2 will lead the supply and inventory management of a portfolio which will include electronic components, mechanical hardware and assemblies from our global partners in support of manufacturing, engineering projects, and deployments. The successful candidate will have bias for action and will be driven to meet all service level goals related to technical, quality, and delivery requirements. This role will collaborate with multiple business functions in a team environment.

Success in this role will have bias for action and will be driven to meet all KPIs related to enhancing operational readiness, improving working capital efficiency, and enhancing procurement team efficiency.

This role will collaborate with multiple business functions in a team environment.

Purchasing materials and equipment from suppliers including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items.
Planning material requirements, managing inventory levels, managing schedules in our ERP system, and successfully communicating these requirements to our suppliers.
Identifying supply chain material risks and providing transparent monitoring of material flow.
Working collaboratively with Planning to communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to the end users.
Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, expedites, delivery requirements.
Assisting supplier performance and metrics management, including providing inputs to monthly scorecards and presenting procurement data during quarterly business reviews.
Assisting the Global Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and developing new products and programs.
Resolving PO receiving errors and assisting with invoice reconciliation.
Managing supplier returns including non-conformance reports, return material authorizations, and processing MRB material.
Identifying opportunities for process improvement and leading a cross-functional group to execute improvements.

Key job responsibilities

Inventory Management

Analytics

Replenishment

Supply Planning

Vendor Management

Supplier Performance Management

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children can use. 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

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
3+ years of experience in supply planning, procurement, demand planning, or related supply chain management role.
Experience with ERP Systems, preferably Oracle EBS
Proficient in using advanced use of Microsoft Office tools
Effective business communication skills
Experience leading crossfunctional teams to improve business processes
Experience with Data Analytics (SQL/Python/Data Visualization (Tableau, Quicksight)

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree
Proficient in using advanced use of Microsoft Office tools
Advanced Analytical Skills (SQL, Python, Tableau)
Experience conducting executive level presentations/meetings

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.

Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A2924156

Qualifications

The successful candidate for this position will be self-managing, have a high sense of urgency and motivated to achieve defined service levels and program goals
Bachelor's degree
3+ years of experience in supply planning, procurement, demand planning, or related supply chain management role
Experience with ERP Systems, preferably Oracle EBS
Proficient in using advanced use of Microsoft Office tools
Effective business communication skills
Experience leading crossfunctional teams to improve business processes
Experience with Data Analytics (SQL/Python/Data Visualization (Tableau, Quicksight)

Benefits

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children can use
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
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan

Responsibilities

The Supply Chain Manager 2 will lead the supply and inventory management of a portfolio which will include electronic components, mechanical hardware and assemblies from our global partners in support of manufacturing, engineering projects, and deployments
The successful candidate will have bias for action and will be driven to meet all service level goals related to technical, quality, and delivery requirements
This role will collaborate with multiple business functions in a team environment
Success in this role will have bias for action and will be driven to meet all KPIs related to enhancing operational readiness, improving working capital efficiency, and enhancing procurement team efficiency
This role will collaborate with multiple business functions in a team environment
Purchasing materials and equipment from suppliers including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items
Planning material requirements, managing inventory levels, managing schedules in our ERP system, and successfully communicating these requirements to our suppliers
Identifying supply chain material risks and providing transparent monitoring of material flow
Working collaboratively with Planning to communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to the end users
Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, expedites, delivery requirements
Assisting supplier performance and metrics management, including providing inputs to monthly scorecards and presenting procurement data during quarterly business reviews
Assisting the Global Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and developing new products and programs
Resolving PO receiving errors and assisting with invoice reconciliation
Managing supplier returns including non-conformance reports, return material authorizations, and processing MRB material
Identifying opportunities for process improvement and leading a cross-functional group to execute improvements
Inventory Management
Replenishment
Supply Planning
Vendor Management

Supply Chain Manager II, Amazon Robotics Supply Chain

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