DESCRIPTION
Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced groundbreaking devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create?
The Business Manager is the relationship owner for the Amazon Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Device Manufacturing Services suppliers that provide co-development resources, procure components, design, manufacture and test digital devices in the Emerging Products space. In this capacity the Business Manager has the responsibility to:
- Lead the sourcing, selection, contract negotiation and management of one or more EMS suppliers in alignment with the overarching EMS strategy and within the Integrated Management System. Ensure a competitive sourcing environment leading to continuous improvement in Engr. Services, Line Readiness, Quality, Business Management, Contract management and adherence, delivery, cost and social responsibility.
- Actively engage the Device Operations and Engineering organizations with the EMS suppliers on one or more products/product lines to achieve the programmatic objectives.
- Lead the commercial and contractual aspects of the relationship and drive multifunctional teams relative to EMS Suppliers involvement.
- Leading the EMS supplier Performance Management and leading cross-functional business reviews.
This requires that the Business Manager be both an advocate for the supplier within Lab126 and be their harshest critic to ensure the best possible performance. Upon success, the Business Manager will instill a forward-thinking collaborative and mutually-beneficial long-term relationship with a holistic point of view, not just a product or single supplier perspective a business owner. These high profile responsibilities require significant breadth and business acumen as the responsibilities are very diverse and impactful:
Technical - Solid understanding of the EMS supplier landscape and capabilities in addition to Digital Device technologies and manufacturing / testing methodologies. Drive EMS Supplier relationships to ensure Amazon content is integrated in a way that supports our brand.
Negotiation Skills Lead all commercial discussions related to EMS relationships. Able to negotiate best in class contract pricing, terms and conditions on large contracts with suppliers who are exceptionally skilled at protecting thin margins. Exercise good judgement in knowing when and how best to address issues or drive change.
Contract Management Ensure that the suppliers execute and adhere to the contracts and renegotiate whenever possible to realize benefits from bundling work with Strategic Suppliers. This is not limited to dollars but being able to protect Amazons bottom line in all aspects IP, indemnity, confidentiality, etc. as these are all crucial to how Amazon is able to have successful launches (products that wow the customer). In the case of an EMS relationship ensure that the contracts protect Amazons brand and meet customer requirements.
Financial Responsible for managing the business relationship including contracts, pricing, terms and conditions and claims. Must be an effective negotiator. The value of these supplier engagements can reach the billion-dollar level.
Relationship Builder Have the ability to engage, influence and arbitrate both the supplier and the Lab126 stakeholder organizations at the operational and Sr. Executive levels. Build excellent business cases and have executive presence.
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.
About the team
Devices Business Management (DBM) is responsible for the business relationship with the EMS Suppliers. The DBM team is structured by Business Managers, CapEx Business Managers, Advanced Sourcing, Strategy leads and Implementation lead based in in different geographies. The team collaborates cross functionally with Product Operations, Engineering, Quality, legal and Finance throughout product life cycle to innovate, design for cost and quality ensuring timely delivery
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 5+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
- 5+ years of program or project management experience
- 5+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 7+ years of supply chain experience, including managing suppliers and leading supply chain sourcing processes
- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving standardization
- Experience defining program execution requirements, and using data and metrics to determine improvements
- Excellent negotiation and executive supplier management skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree
- Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality
- Excellent negotiation skills in executive supplier management
- Excellent communications and influencing skills working with engineering, finance, business units, and other supply chain functions
- Experience with contract negotiations
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 $133,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220,200/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. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
