Procurement Manager (SCM), APAC Procurement

Role overview

Amazon is hiring a Procurement Manager to support its Operations and Trans teams in Bengaluru. The position is focused on managing indirect sourcing and service procurement in a fast-moving environment where priorities can change quickly. The ideal person is commercially sharp, energetic, highly result-driven, and comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and vendor partners.

The role includes ownership of sourcing activities for services and supply chain-related needs, with a strong emphasis on communication, negotiation, coordination, and timely execution. The business handles large-scale customer operations and requires someone who can help build scalable processes while maintaining supplier performance and commercial discipline.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and narrow down potential suppliers for the assigned category, including Fabric Based Packaging and Logistics Carrier (3P) requirements for ASSPL, ATSPL, ARIPL, and other business units.
• Run the RFP process by defining engagement terms and organizing pre-bid discussions.
• Work through commercial and contractual terms to complete negotiations.
• Finalize contracts and keep proper records for future use and reference.
• Collaborate with suppliers to design and improve packaging solutions, review samples, check quality, and ensure delivery timelines are met.
• Take ownership of supplier relationships and represent Amazon clearly in supplier discussions.
• Track monthly spending patterns and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Manage annual spend of approximately INR 1800 MM efficiently.
• Handle planning and execution for Trans-Consumables across AMZL and EDSP stations.
• Coordinate with delivery station operations teams and resolve site-level issues and escalations.
• Build scalable supply chain processes for trans consumables.
• Oversee day-to-day shift management.
• Maintain inventory control and ensure daily cycle counts are completed.
• Trigger timely material reordering.
• Ensure receipts are updated in the system without delay.
• Make sure vendor payments are processed on time and without delays.
• Manage the full P2P cycle.

Requirements

• Graduation is required, along with 1 to 3 years of experience in supply chain management.
• At least 2 years of experience in transportation and supply chain work is preferred as a basic qualification.
• Strong communication and negotiation ability are essential.
• Candidate should be able to manage several stakeholders and vendor partners at once.
• Experience working in a high-speed environment with shifting priorities is important.
• Good people management capability is needed.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are required.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Amazon systems or comparable tools is expected.
• A self-driven attitude with the ability to encourage and guide associates is important.
• A master’s degree is listed as a preferred qualification.

Additional information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The company notes its inclusive culture and provides accommodation support during the application and hiring process for candidates who need it. Company reference: ASSPL - Karnataka - B56. Job ID: A3184141.

About Amazon

Amazon describes itself as a highly customer-focused company and one of the world’s most recognizable brands, serving millions of customers through a large-scale distribution network.