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The Amazon Supplier Risk Program Manager plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity and safety of the company's global supply chain. This dynamic position oversees the comprehensive supplier audit and risk management program within the Global Procurement Organization (GPO), ensuring that all suppliers adhere to stringent safety compliance standards. The manager is tasked with developing and implementing robust strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks across the entire supply chain ecosystem.
A key aspect of this role involves the continuous enhancement and scaling of risk management programs, leveraging advanced analytics tools and historical supplier data to proactively address emerging challenges. The Supplier Risk Program Manager will work closely with third-party service providers to establish and maintain real-time risk rating processes, enabling swift and informed decision-making regarding supplier safety performance.
This role requires excellent analytical skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a deep understanding of global supply chain dynamics. The successful candidate will be adept at navigating complex regulatory landscapes, fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement in risk management processes. Ultimately, the Amazon Supplier Risk Program Manager will play a crucial role in maintaining the company's reputation for operational excellence and ethical business conduct throughout its vast supplier network.


Key job responsibilities
• Maintain supplier safety compliance metrics
• Monitor supplier compliance program effectiveness and make improvements
• Investigate supplier compliance breaches upon leadership request
• Work closely with procurement and other relevant departments to ensure effective supplier risk management
• Build relationships with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders
• Identify and implement process optimization opportunities
• Create and deliver regular reports on supplier compliance performance to senior management
• Manage supplier compliance improvement initiatives and development programs
• Maintain documentation of processes and procedures
• Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on compliance requirements
• **Travel expectations will be up to 25%


A day in the life
Global Supplier Management's mission is to optimize Amazon's supply chains by fostering trust and collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers. We drive mutually beneficial, scalable, and sustainable process improvements, resulting in positive outcomes across Global Procurement Organization's (GPO) priorities. Our methods enhance efficiency, reduce costs, reduce risk and ensure long-term value creation throughout our supply chain ecosystem.

About the team
The Global Supplier Management team comprises multi-disciplinary experts specializing in quality assurance, supplier qualifications, operational excellence, and risk management. We prioritize identifying risk with suppliers before they are realized by Amazon’s supply chain by executing detailed assessments and audits during the lifecycle of our suppliers.