Description

　　Have you ever wanted to be part of a team who is building industry changing technology? Amazon’s Project Kuiper is long-term initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband network connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

　　Key job responsibilities

　　The role has the primary responsibility of ensuring indirect material/equipment/services availability to support production and engineering schedules. Other responsibilities are interacting/coordinating with suppliers on a variety of topics ensuring compliance and supporting other business functions as required.

　　• Monitor status of open orders to ensure on-time delivery of Purchase Orders, including timely resolution, communication.

　　• Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule and/or inventory changes.

　　• Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers.

　　• Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling and other duties as assigned.

　　• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources and alternative supply options.

　　• Ensure and promote compliance to Company and Procurement policies and procedures.

　　• Understand and comply with all import/export requirements.

　　Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

　　A day in the life

　　Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious and earn trust. At Amazon, our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people.

　　We're dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

　　We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

　　Redmond, WA, USA

　　Basic Qualifications

　　• 2+ years of experience in buyer/planner/material scheduler role working with indirect procurement

　　• 2+ years experience with procurement systems or financial applications

　　• 2+ years of experience with metrics creation or data presentation

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations

　　• Experience Managing a team of Buyers

　　• Be comfortable with ambiguity and curious to learn new skills

　　Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

　　Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $67,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $162,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.