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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 ground-breaking devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo and Amazon Show. The Amazon Devices group delivers delightfully unique Amazon experiences, giving customers instant access to everything, digital or physical.

The Senior Cap Ex Business Manager is the relationship owner for the Amazon Equipment Suppliers that provide co-development resources, procure components, design, manufacture and test equipment and fixtures.

Key job responsibilities
In this capacity, this Senior Cap Ex Business Manager will:

- Lead the sourcing, selection, contract negotiation, quote reviews and management of multiple Equipment 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, EMS suppliers and Equipment suppliers on multiple products/product lines to achieve the programmatic objectives.

A day in the life
The CapEx Business Manager requires significant breadth and business acumen as the following responsibilities are very diverse and impactful:

- Technical - Solid understanding of the Equipment supplier landscape and capabilities in addition to Digital Device technologies and manufacturing / testing methodologies.

- Negotiation Skills – 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 Amazon’s bottom line in all aspects – IP, indemnity, confidentiality, etc. as these are all crucial to how Amazon is able to deliver products that “wow” the customer.

- Financial – Responsible for managing the business relationship including contracts, pricing, terms and conditions, quotes and claims. Must be an effective negotiator. The value of these supplier engagements can reach the multi-million-dollar level.

- Relationship Builder – Must have the ability to engage, influence and arbitrate both the supplier and the Lab126 stakeholder organizations at the operational and Sr. Executive levels. The circumstances are often emotional and with severe pressure and limited time. Must build strong business cases and have a strong executive presence.

About the team
This team requires that the Senior CapEx Business manager be both an advocate for the supplier within Lab126 and be their harshest critic to ensure the best possible performance.