HW Commodity Specialist III - AMZ21531.5

Employer : Amazon.com Services LLC

Position : HW Commodity Specialist III (multiple positions available)

Location : Los Gatos, CA

Multiple Positions Available :

1.Manage all commercial aspects of the assigned supply base, including : achieving cost reduction goals through negotiation, creating and implementing sourcing strategies across a wide array of commodities including semiconductors and other electrical components driving assurance of supply, building a strong global network of supplier relationships, and resolving various open issues with the crossfunctional team.

2. Track electrical and electro-mechanical commodity markets and technology roadmaps.

3. Analyze electrical / semiconductor component supplier cost structures and competitive landscapes to identify and negotiate cost saving opportunities.

4. Develop and execute buying strategies and proactively obtain executive approval for risk buys where needed.

5. Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to transition new products (NPI) and product enhancements from engineering pilot production to full production.

6. Coordinate inventory levels on products during ramp down or EOL phase to minimize the scrap write off.

7. Support engineering requests for engineering changes and track NRE changes with suppliers

8. Define component / supplier sourcing selection for new programs and alternative sources in collaboration with Hardware Engineering.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

A Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field and 5 years of experience in job offered or Strategic Sourcing, Electrical Commodity Management and / or Supply Chain related occupation. In the alternative, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field followed by 7 years of progressively responsible experience in job offered or Strategic Sourcing, Electrical Commodity Management and / or Supply Chain related occupation as equivalent to a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field and 5 years of experience in job offered or Strategic Sourcing, Electrical Commodity Management and / or Supply Chain related occupation

Experience must include :

1. 5 years of experience in negotiating electrical / semiconductor component costs, managing production, and clear-to-build processes.

2. 5 years of experience managing electrical / electro-mechanical supply chain providers

3. 5 years of experience in supply chain software and tools, such as ERP systems and data analytics tools.

The pay range for this position in Los Gatos, CA is $217,630 - $220,200(yr); however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided by Los Gatos, CA Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants : Job duties for this position include : work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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