Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Special Projects @ Amazon
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About the Role
Amazon Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) is seeking high-performing individuals to serve as the go-to resource for early stage and highly confidential businesses. As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Special Projects, you will drive cost efficiencies and help internal teams scale quickly across a variety of functions including Source-to-Pay, negotiation, vendor management, process improvement, and supply chain.
A Day in the Life
You will support complex sourcing projects from inception to completion by:
- Identifying new internal customers and sourcing opportunities.
- Reviewing spend data, contract pipelines, and market trends.
- Contributing in cross-functional team meetings to align sourcing priorities.
- Partnering with business, finance, and legal leaders for Procure-to-Pay best practices.
- Conducting market research, preparing RFPs, and managing the RFP process.
- Providing procurement analytics and insights for decision making.
About the Team
The Global Corporate Procurement special projects team engages with early stage Amazon teams that lack dedicated procurement support. They serve as internal consultants, delivering value-added sourcing strategies and vendor management plans.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: BS/BA degree and 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, and analytical roles.
Preferred Qualifications: MBA/MS degree, experience in best-in-class procurement practices, startup environment experience, strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Base pay ranges from $84,500 to $147,900 per year in different geographic markets, with additional compensation elements available.
Key Skills/Competency
- Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Management
- Procure-to-Pay
- Data Analysis
- Contract Negotiation
- Process Improvement
- Market Research
- Spend Analysis
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Risk Assessment
How to Get Hired at Amazon
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Amazon's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight procurement and sourcing experience.
- Prepare examples: Use specific projects in sourcing negotiations.
- Showcase analytical skills: Emphasize data analysis and contract management.