AmazonPosted 2mo ago

Category Manager(GPO), IN GPO

Category Manager(GPO), IN GPO at Amazon scores 32 out of 100 on AI centrality, which makes it AI Level 1 of 4 (Little AI) on this board. The level measures how much of the work is AI, not seniority.

IN, KA, Bengaluruseniorfull-time

AI in this role

A results-driven procurement professional/Program manager with 6-8 Years of working experience managing end-to-end sourcing and category strategies across MHE capex, Electrical packages, equipment, packaging, and consumables. Combines a strong engineering foundation with economics-driven commercial acumen to deliver cost-efficient, scalable procurement solutions. Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects, building long-term supplier strategies, and driving procurement transformation aligned with organizational growth objectives

Key job responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement processes for capex category for Material handling Or Electrical/Civil packages, solutions/equipment and spare parts/services across Amazon fulfillment network and manage day to day escalations

Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers,

Manage strategic supplier relationships, performance reviews, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation. Drive improvements in quality, lead times, and total cost of ownership.

Negotiate contracts and service level agreements ensuring optimal cost, quality, and compliance standards subsequently deliver year-on-year cost reduction and Maintain clear savings realization and budget visibility.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, Partner with engineering, operations, finance, and legal to translate business needs into sourcing strategies.

Compliance & Process Ensure adherence to procurement policies, audit requirements, and ethical sourcing standards. Drive continuous process improvement.

Run concurrent procurement projects with defined timelines and milestones. Track progress and report to senior leadership.

Market Intelligence Monitor market trends and supplier landscape shifts. Evaluate innovative procurement solutions to improve efficiency and reduce risk.

Basic qualifications

- Bachelor's degree

Preferred qualifications

- Master's degree

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