Job Description
DESCRIPTION
Do you have a passion for aviation? Are you interested in helping grow air cargo operations from the ground up? Amazon Air is seeking individuals to identify and develop game-changing air transportation solutions for Amazon’s middle-mile transportation network, with the goal of improving our customers’ experience.
This Senior Supply Chain Manager position will be part of the Fleet, Aviation Sourcing & Technical (FAST) group which is an organization responsible for all areas of strategic procurement and aircraft technical operations across the entire Global Amazon Air organization.
The responsibilities include but not limited to supporting the execution of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) strategic plans for Amazon Air’s global fleet in collaboration with cross-functional leaders, including sourcing strategy integration, Request for Proposal (RFP) management, proposal evaluation, supplier selection, contract negotiation and contract management in support of aircraft heavy maintenance, powerplant heavy maintenance, spare asset (engine and auxiliary power unit) procurement or lease, and other business requirements. In addition, this leader will collaborate closely with technical operations team, finance, legal, air carriers and other teams to integrate sourcing requirement, establish and maintain effective, healthy, performance-driven supplier relationships, engage regularly with suppliers to ensure contractual commitments are met, and leverage in-depth product and industry knowledge to deliver optimal supply chain solutions and cost-savings for Amazon Air.
Key job responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop multi-year strategic plans that enhance aircraft maintenance capabilities and drive competitive advantages
- Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain high-performance partnerships with supplier leadership across multiple levels
- Sourcing Excellence: Lead comprehensive maintenance sourcing projects, including proposal evaluation and contract negotiations
- Process Innovation: Create robust analytical frameworks for data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement
- Communication: Develop compelling business cases and communicate complex strategies to senior leadership
A day in the life
Your day will be dynamic and collaborative, focusing on solving complex aviation supply chain challenges. You'll engage with technical operations teams, negotiate strategic contracts, and develop comprehensive sourcing strategies that push the boundaries of traditional air transportation logistics.
About the team
We are a passionate group dedicated to reimagining air cargo operations. Our team is committed to building a robust, efficient global transportation network that supports Amazon's mission of delivering smarter, faster, and more reliable services. We value innovative thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of program or project management experience
- 5+ years of supply chain experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work,