Amazon is seeking a motivated and data-driven Manager of Procurement to support the Americas data center operations space. The candidate should have strong supply chain and procurement skills, analytical and financial acumen , communication capabilities, manager experience, and a hands-on passion to dive-deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally, candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects. As a Manager of Procurement, you will create and implement sourcing strategies for at least one services category and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding, negotiating, and analyzing data and market trends for your category. The ideal candidate thinks long term, drives multiple initiatives, communicates appropriately and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative, but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you will be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines, succeed in a fast-paced environment; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgement. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon's Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit. Key job responsibilities A successful candidate will demonstrate: • Proven experience managing teams. Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value • High attention to detail including proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously • Ability to think strategically and execute methodically • Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired • Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge • Demonstrated analytical, financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases • Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager / owner mentality • Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product, our business, and the competitive landscape • Ability to see ahead comprehensively and devise a strong plan of action, and ensure execution happens on time, every time • Ability to get things done and produce conclusive, measurable results within time commitments • Strong influencing skills BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 3+ years of program or project management experience - 5+ years of supply chain management, planning, strategic sourcing, commodity management or program management experience - 3+ years of team management and performance experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of program or project management experience The base salary range for this position is listed below. As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status. CAN, ON, Toronto - 92,700.00 - 154,900.00 CAD annually