Job Description

DESCRIPTION

AWS Training and Certification (T&C) is seeking a Contracts Operations Specialist to work closely with the Vendor Strategy Manager to centralize vendor engagement processes and activities, and manage tools, trainings, and communications for the Vendor Strategy Team. We're looking for someone who can identify and implement process improvements and simplifications, enjoys working with multiple teams, and loves the challenge of learning about new subject matters and issues. This role calls for strong relationship building and collaborative skills across teams and beyond.
You will be a key member of a growing Strategy team, reporting to the Vendor Strategy Manager. The successful candidate will have a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and drive. You should be a self-starter with a bias towards independent problem solving. You must be able to identify and find ways to eliminate bottlenecks, manage escalations, and find creative ways to advance business needs while adhering to internal processes. You should thrive in uncharted and fast-paced environments, be able to manage through ambiguity and complexity, and invent and simplify processes. Sound judgment, willingness to engage, and the ability to influence are all essential to success in this role.
Key priorities of the role include:
Centralize contracting activities and processes across T&C teams
Improve and develop mechanisms to track, manage and review vendor contracts across teams
Become an expert in the processes required to engage a vendor, act as advisor
Establish criteria for centralization of negotiating and managing business terms
Understand and ensure alignment with Amazon policies, including spending and tax policy, and PO-only guidelines
Manage tools, trainings, and communications for the Vendor Strategy Team

While the preferred location is Seattle, WA, this role can be performed near any US AWS office in the following cities: Arlington, Atlanta, Austin, Ballston, Boston, Chicago, Cupertino, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, East Palo Alto, Herndon, Houston, Irvine, Minneapolis, New York City, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Tempe, Sunnyvale, or Santa Monica.

For employees based in Colorado, this position starts at $92,500/yr. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Amazon benefits, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/benefits. Applicants should apply via Amazons internal or external careers site.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree
Experience working in a technology organization, ideally with an education/learning focus
Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial terms for IT agreements
Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, Workdocs, and ticketing systems
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at once to completion, sometimes with competing priorities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Analytical, financial modeling and reporting skills
Demonstrated competency in the areas of group collaboration, analytical thinking and strategy
Demonstrated ability to self-motivate in a fast paced and rapidly-changing environment
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

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