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Category Manager, Head of Construction Materials, Global Procurement Organization (GPO)Job ID: 10566063 | Amazon EU SarlDescriptionAt Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. We are seeking applicants with Construction, Engineering, Materials (Steel, Concrete, Asphalt, Timber) or Sustainability experience (Scope 3 emissions, Low Carbon Construction Materials) for a Category Manager to lead the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-million-dollar Ops construction projects.The role will work alongside a team of Construction category managers and will partner closely with Pre-Construction, Design and Construction, World Wide Real-Estate, and World Wide Design, Sustainability to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings/value and improve productivity across the category. This role will be part of an exciting, fast moving and growing team. The right candidate for this role will be a self-starter with dedication to seeing projects through to the end. You must be able to work independently in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing and ambiguous environment. You will have an eye for detail and determination to standardize processes and turn-over high-quality work. This position involves direct contact with both internal and external stakeholders, and the candidate must have an ability to communicate effectively with business partners at every level, including upper management to inform decision making.Key job responsibilities- Lead Construction & Materials (Steel, Concrete, Asphalt, Timber) strategies for construction category projects, partnering with a multi-disciplinary team, owning the delivery of complex, multi-million-dollar sites.- Identify, develop and deliver long term sourcing strategies, lead key initiatives with cross-functional teams; drive the decision-making process of the category roadmap with senior leadership.- Build relationships and alignment with internal and external stakeholders to effectively plan and deliver site launches to meet site construction programs, particularly for Prime week and Peak season.- Own the individual targets and goals identified across the global construction category scope as well as identifying and delivering incremental process and system improvements- Drive Supplier sourcing, award, contracting and ongoing support until project delivery, while maintaining commercial relationships with suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving optimal cost and performance; - Lead supplier performance management; including improving sustainability & social responsibility; - Help develop Key Performance Indicators and set goals for the team- Audit the progress of the team to ensure we are meeting customer expectations- Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed- Candidate must be able to travel, up to 25%A day in the life- You will deliver market leading low-cost, innovative and sustainable construction materials to help our Operations teams succeed and delight <a href="http://Amazon.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Amazon.com</a> customers with speed, selection and convenience- You will collaborate to seek inputs and manage outputs from our external suppliers as well as internal partners across Design & Construction, Sustainability, Operations Engineering, Workplace Health & Safety and Finance - You may have to adapt and sometimes take different roles from strategy development to project management to rapidly meet customer needs- You will focus on deep diving categories to unlock value and help deploy emerging technologies at scale for OperationsAbout the teamInclusive team culture At Amazon we embrace our differences and we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon's culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. Work Life Balance We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives. Mentorship & Career Growth Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.Basic Qualifications- Experience in supply chain- Experience being responsible/leading large and complex negotiations- Experience in program or project management- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadershipPreferred Qualifications- Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field- Experience leading process improvementsAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page</a>) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.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 <a href="https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations</a> for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
