Procurement and Strategy Manager, Global Supply Chain and Transportation Procurement (GSCTP)

Amazon • Nashville, TN • 1h ago

Description

Amazon Global Supply Chain and Transportation Procurement (GSCTP) is seeking a Procurement Manager to support vendor sourcing and management for our export transportation operations. Our team oversees $3+ billion in annual spend across 600+ arcs and 45+ suppliers with worldwide delivery capabilities.

You'll execute vendor negotiations within your assigned lanes, support RFP processes, conduct rate analyses, and manage vendor evaluations as part of a broader sourcing team. You'll coordinate with internal stakeholder teams across export operations, finance, and supply chain planning. A successful candidate will contribute to improved financial results, operational performance, and capacity growth by managing assigned vendor relationships and delivering sourcing milestones on schedule.

Key job responsibilities

Execute contract negotiations within your assigned vendor portfolio, delivering measurable financial contributions through improved pricing, terms, and operational performance with guidance from senior procurement managers.

Manage assigned vendor relationships and support sourcing initiatives using established sourcing strategies, including RFP execution, vendor evaluations, rate negotiations, and stakeholder presentations across 2-3 concurrent projects.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams across export operations, finance, controllership, planning, and supply chain design to align procurement activities with business objectives and deliver project milestones on schedule.

Execute procurement plans within established category strategies, supporting financial optimization, operational performance, and capacity goals for assigned transportation lanes. Identify improvement opportunities and recommend solutions to senior leadership.

Work through technical and operational challenges across the procurement cycle - from sourcing through contract execution and systems implementation - escalating complex issues to senior team members and proposing solutions to maintain project momentum.

A day in the life

This role works with global transportation and logistics providers within one or more assigned service categories. You'll manage portions of the sourcing cycle - from RFP execution through vendor evaluation and contract negotiation - while coordinating across internal stakeholder teams including export operations, finance, and supply chain planning. You'll prepare vendor evaluations and sourcing analyses for Senior Managers and collaborate with teammates to contribute to team cost savings targets and vendor diversification objectives.

About the team

We manage third-party global supply chain and transportation procurement relationships in the export space. Our team is committed to building strong partnerships with logistics providers while delivering measurable value to Amazon. We work collaboratively across multiple functions - from operations to finance to supply chain design - to align procurement strategy with broader business objectives. We're focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and sustainable practices. Joining our team means contributing to a mission that connects Amazon's global operations and helps us serve customers around the world more effectively.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

3+ years of transportation and supply chain experience

3+ years of creating, defining, and implementing procurement strategy experience

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of transportation and supply chain experience

Experience in transportation operations and industry knowledge

Master's degree, or MBA in supply chain, business, engineering, finance, or related technical or quantitative field

Experience executing RFP processes and vendor evaluations in logistics or transportation

Experience working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams

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, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 128,300.00 USD annually

18h ago

Go to Apply

Customer Service Associate - Automotive Finishes

Sherwin-Williams • Nashville, TN • 21h ago

Management & Administrative

The Customer Service Associate is responsible for delivering products to customers from Sherwin-Williams branches using Company vans or pick-up trucks. The Customer Service Associate ensures deliveries are complete, pack...

21h ago

Go to Apply

Account Manager Senior ENT

City National Bank • Nashville, TN • 22h ago

Management & Administrative

ACCOUNT MANAGER SENIOR ENT WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? This person is responsible for the day-to-day interaction with customers of the Entertainment Division. They are the primary contact person providing proactive and cons...

22h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)