Sourcing Manager

Amazon is hiring a Sourcing Manager in Shenzhen, China. Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include SQL, VBA and supply chain.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
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AI in this role

Manage end-to-end global sourcing processes, vendor relationships, and cost optimization initiatives for Amazon Private Brands.

SQLVBA

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Would you like to be part of an organization developing the next generation of leaders in a rapidly growing, highly innovative global business? Are you passionate about driving continuous improvement and cost optimization? Are you curious about Amazon's business expansion in international markets? Do you thrive working with diverse, cross-functional teams across multiple countries?

If yes, Amazon Global Sourcing is the right fit for you.

For those passionate about Amazon's Private Brands business, the Sourcing Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to dive deep into data, collaborate with global suppliers, identify process improvement opportunities, and design scalable, long-term solutions. Working alongside product development, quality assurance, operations, transportation, and customer service teams, you'll execute and continuously improve best practices in Global Sourcing.

This role touches nearly every aspect of Amazon's worldwide operations—including retail, legal, product compliance, transportation, tax, treasury, accounting, graphic design, customer service, and public relations. You'll manage the end-to-end global sourcing process: product planning, vendor/item setup and maintenance, pricing, packaging, assortment planning, and vendor relationship management.

The ideal candidate thrives in a demanding yet collegial, team-oriented environment. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Key job responsibilities
- Develop and execute category vendor management and sourcing strategies in alignment with business objectives
- Drive continuous cost optimization through strategic negotiations and supply chain efficiency initiatives
- Conduct comprehensive supplier evaluation, selection, and performance management
- Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class product development
- Identify process defects and develop scalable solutions to accelerate Private Label business growth
- Collaborate with teams to enhance business management tools and improve vendor productivity
- Manage vendor relationships across multiple product categories and geographies

Basic qualifications

- 3+ years of product management experience
- Experience managing technical products or online services
- Experience in product, program, or project management in leading cross-functional teams in delivery of major new products or services
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills

Preferred qualifications

- Knowledge of SQL and VBA at an advanced level
- Experience building and analyzing cost/benefit scenarios and business cases and communicating results throughout the organization

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.

How we rate this

Sourcing Manager at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Sourcing Manager is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in CN, 44, Shenzhen.
The job was posted on July 23, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Supply ChainVendor ManagementProduct ManagementProcurementSQLVBA

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Tell me about a project where procurement was part of your work. What did you do?
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