Candidates will place purchase orders, manage a ticket queue and ensure timely PO closure and invoice payment. Candidates will work collaboratively across teams to perform in-depth analyses and ...
Candidates will place purchase orders, manage a ticket queue and ensure timely PO closure and invoice payment. Candidates will work collaboratively across teams to perform in-depth analyses and ...
Senior Buyer - 494
Everett, WA · On-site
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Senior Buyer - 494
Everett, WA · On-site
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Senior Buyer - 494
Everett, WA · On-site
$124K/yr
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Senior Buyer - 494
Everett, WA · On-site
$124K/yr
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Senior Buyer - 494
Everett, WA · On-site
$91K - $124K/yr
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Senior Buyer - 494
Everett, WA · On-site
$91K - $124K/yr
Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, translating MRP system requirements into accurate and timely purchase orders. Proactively analyze and maintain MRP ...
Director of Procurement
Seattle, WA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
These functions include purchasing, inventory control, warehousing, shipping, receiving, and transportation. Monitors and interprets applicable market conditions and trends. Responsibilities
Director of Procurement
Seattle, WA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
These functions include purchasing, inventory control, warehousing, shipping, receiving, and transportation. Monitors and interprets applicable market conditions and trends. Responsibilities
Amazon's Digital Acceleration team powers digital purchases and the subscription lifecycle for Prime, Amazon Video, Music, Audible, Alexa, and Kindle, amongst other digital businesses. We drive how ...
Amazon's Digital Acceleration team powers digital purchases and the subscription lifecycle for Prime, Amazon Video, Music, Audible, Alexa, and Kindle, amongst other digital businesses. We drive how ...
Amazon's Digital Acceleration team powers digital purchases and the subscription lifecycle for Prime, Amazon Video, Music, Audible, Alexa, and Kindle, amongst other digital businesses. We drive how ...
Amazon's Digital Acceleration team powers digital purchases and the subscription lifecycle for Prime, Amazon Video, Music, Audible, Alexa, and Kindle, amongst other digital businesses. We drive how ...
Candidates will place purchase orders, manage a ticket queue and ensure timely PO closure and invoice payment. Candidates will work collaboratively across teams to perform in-depth analyses and ...
Candidates will place purchase orders, manage a ticket queue and ensure timely PO closure and invoice payment. Candidates will work collaboratively across teams to perform in-depth analyses and ...
Applied Scientist, Shopping Convo Foundations - Pre-purchases Science, Shopping Convo Foundations -
Seattle, WA · On-site
The Shopping Convo Foundations Team - Pre-purchases Science is looking for an Applied Scientist with expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to drive scientific innovation that ...
Applied Scientist, Shopping Convo Foundations - Pre-purchases Science, Shopping Convo Foundations -
Seattle, WA · On-site
The Shopping Convo Foundations Team - Pre-purchases Science is looking for an Applied Scientist with expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to drive scientific innovation that ...
Product Planner-Harness Shop
Mukilteo, WA · On-site
$28 - $38/hr
Solicits quotes from suppliers and prepares purchase requisitions for the procurement of required materials. Works closely with manufacturing, purchasing and quality staff, as well as program ...
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Product Planner-Harness Shop
Mukilteo, WA · On-site
$28 - $38/hr
Solicits quotes from suppliers and prepares purchase requisitions for the procurement of required materials. Works closely with manufacturing, purchasing and quality staff, as well as program ...
Contract Specialist
Keyport, WA · On-site
$21.50/hr
Experience and broad knowledge of market sources for commonly purchased commercial items and routine services. General knowledge of technical purchasing methods and procedures desired but not ...
Contract Specialist
Keyport, WA · On-site
$21.50/hr
Experience and broad knowledge of market sources for commonly purchased commercial items and routine services. General knowledge of technical purchasing methods and procedures desired but not ...
Contract Specialist
$21.50/hr
Experience and broad knowledge of market sources for commonly purchased commercial items and routine services. General knowledge of technical purchasing methods and procedures desired but not ...
Contract Specialist
$21.50/hr
Experience and broad knowledge of market sources for commonly purchased commercial items and routine services. General knowledge of technical purchasing methods and procedures desired but not ...
Director of Procurement
Seattle, WA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Responsible for establishing company-wide purchasing policies and procedures, identifying acceptable terms, negotiating contracts, monitoring vendor quality, and managing purchasing agents.
Director of Procurement
Seattle, WA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Responsible for establishing company-wide purchasing policies and procedures, identifying acceptable terms, negotiating contracts, monitoring vendor quality, and managing purchasing agents.
Company Mission Our mission is to help customers save time and money when purchasing commercial kitchen equipment and supplies by providing a customer-centric shopping experience and leveraging our ...
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Company Mission Our mission is to help customers save time and money when purchasing commercial kitchen equipment and supplies by providing a customer-centric shopping experience and leveraging our ...
Warehouse Coordinator
$30 - $35/hr
Purchasing Support * Support the Purchasing Manager by placing routine purchase orders for standard inventory items and operational supplies. * Monitor purchase order status and communicate delivery ...
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Warehouse Coordinator
$30 - $35/hr
Purchasing Support * Support the Purchasing Manager by placing routine purchase orders for standard inventory items and operational supplies. * Monitor purchase order status and communicate delivery ...
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Procurement Agent 3
Seattle, WA · On-site
$42 - $51/hr
Manage complex purchase orders and supplier agreements * Support sourcing, negotiation, and contracting activities * Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve procurement issues * Monitor ...
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Procurement Agent 3
Seattle, WA · On-site
$42 - $51/hr
Manage complex purchase orders and supplier agreements * Support sourcing, negotiation, and contracting activities * Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve procurement issues * Monitor ...
Property Coordinator
Seattle, WA · On-site
Receive and distribute and review all purchase orders, track purchase orders in Workspace, alert personnel of any problems or unresolved purchase orders, runmonthly reports. * Coordinate special ...
Property Coordinator
Seattle, WA · On-site
Receive and distribute and review all purchase orders, track purchase orders in Workspace, alert personnel of any problems or unresolved purchase orders, runmonthly reports. * Coordinate special ...
Supply Chain - Purchase and Fulfilment Specialist II, IPS Ordering Fulfillment Team
Seattle, WA · On-site
Setup mechanisms to measure quotes SLAs and implement processes to improve the SLAs and publish weekly dashboard Create Purchase Requisitions and Orders for spare parts per demand ingested via ...
Supply Chain - Purchase and Fulfilment Specialist II, IPS Ordering Fulfillment Team
Seattle, WA · On-site
Setup mechanisms to measure quotes SLAs and implement processes to improve the SLAs and publish weekly dashboard Create Purchase Requisitions and Orders for spare parts per demand ingested via ...
Purchasing information
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What is the difference between Purchasing vs Procurement Specialist?
| Aspect | Purchasing | Procurement Specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications like C.P.M. are common | Often requires a bachelor's degree; certifications like CPSM are advantageous |
| Work Environment | Office-based, handling purchase orders and supplier interactions | Office and strategic planning, supplier negotiations, and contract management |
| Industry Usage | Used across various industries for buying goods and services | More strategic role, involved in sourcing and supplier relationship management |
Purchasing focuses on the transactional aspect of buying goods and services, such as issuing purchase orders. Procurement specialists take a broader, strategic approach, including sourcing, negotiations, and supplier management. While both roles are essential in supply chain operations, procurement specialists often handle more complex negotiations and strategic planning compared to purchasing professionals.
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Full-time
Re-posted 19 days ago
Amazon rating
7.4
Based on 7,069 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
6th of 39 rated national retailers
Job description
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.
We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.
And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
An ideal candidate has a background in supply chain operations and excellent data driven problem-resolution skills. Candidates will place purchase orders, manage a ticket queue and ensure timely PO closure and invoice payment. Candidates will work collaboratively across teams to perform in-depth analyses and troubleshoot issues in a variety of subject areas
This job will require exceptional communication skills while having the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
Key job responsibilities
AWS Supply Chain Managers are responsible for tracking the status of Purchase Requisitions to Purchase Order using internal tools and processes. Manage, analyze, and reconcile purchase orders internally and externally. Work with vendors and Procurement to coordinate purchase order changes and approvals
Monitor and coordinate purchase order issuance and cancellations. Track recurring issues that arise in the Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order creation process and proactively recommend solutions to improve the process. Present the performance and metrics associated with the Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order processes.
A day in the life
Key Responsibilities / Daily Activities include:
Manage a ticket queue
Issue POs and manage timely payment
Material/Inventory Planning
Supply/Demand planning and Forecasting
Maintaining continuity of supply (COS)
Communicating supply status, risks/mitigations to internal stakeholders and leadership
Working with data and analytics (ability to view, edit, and extrapolate data in Excel or similar spreadsheet software)
Working with suppliers/vendors, datacenters, and inventory warehousing teams
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony
Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences
Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
About Amazon
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Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is an American multinational technology company. It was founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994 and initially started as an online marketplace for books. Since then, Amazon has expanded its operations and become one of the largest e-commerce companies in the world. Amazon's primary business is its online retail platform, where customers can purchase a vast array of products, including electronics, clothing, books, home goods, and much more. The company offers a convenient and user-friendly shopping experience, with features such as fast shipping, customer reviews, and personalized recommendations. In addition to its e-commerce platform, Amazon has diversified its business into various other areas. One of its notable ventures is Amazon Web Services (AWS), a comprehensive cloud computing platform that provides services such as storage, compute power, and database management to individuals and businesses. AWS has become a leader in the cloud computing industry, powering many websites and applications worldwide. Amazon has also developed its own consumer electronics, including the popular Amazon Kindle e-reader, Fire tablets, Fire TV streaming devices, and the Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers. The Alexa voice assistant, integrated into these devices, allows users to interact with their devices using voice commands, perform tasks, and access information. Furthermore, Amazon has expanded into media and entertainment. It operates Prime Video, a streaming service that offers a wide range of movies, TV shows, and original content. Amazon Music provides a platform for streaming and purchasing digital music, while Audible offers audiobooks and other audio content. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience is demonstrated by its membership program, Amazon Prime. Prime members receive various benefits, including free two-day shipping, access to streaming services, exclusive deals, and more.
Industry
It services, book publishers, retail, real estate and computer and electronic product manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Seattle, WA, US