HW Commodity Specialist II - AMZ19349.6

Company: Amazon
Location: Cupertino
Posted on: April 8, 2026

Job Description:

Employer: Amazon Data Services, Inc. Position: HW Commodity Specialist II (multiple positions available) Location: Cupertino, California Multiple Positions Available: 1. Lead material availability and supply chain readiness to enable timely launches of critical new rack and server products for AWS. 2. Partner with engineering to understand the technical requirements and translate this to our external supply partners to ensure parts are delivered to meet customer requirements. 3. Partner with internal stakeholders and organizations to define business requirements, provide feedback and influence product launches and scaling based on external vendor supportability; 4. Provide supply chain inputs to product roadmaps to ensure supply continuity. Bring together cross- functional teams including engineering, product management, supply chain and finance to consolidate and analyze different product options and drive alignment on the roadmap. 5. Integrate across supply chain commodity managers to maintain continuity of supply while minimizing risk for excess and obsolete materials. 6. Drive strategic BOM reviews and qualifications with internal teams. Drive identification of single and sole source component risks, identifying and implementing risk mitigation strategies and qualifying alternates by working with engineering and supplier teams. Drive rack integration second sourcing as risk mitigation. 7. Prepare and give detailed data-driven business reviews to senior management, focused on procurement/sourcing execution and continuity of good supply of standard and custom components with associated impacts. Drive strategic and tactical engagement and present business insights and program recommendations to senior leaders across cross-functional teams in product management, engineering, finance and supply chain; 8. Lead complex business and technical initiatives across several internal and external cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to troubleshoot and problem-solve project issues, remove blockers, report status and ultimately deliver the project while maintaining all project constraints; and 9. Lead complex business, technical and functional discussions with external vendors and internal teams during New Product launches and product planning sessions. 10. Domestic and International travel up to 5% of time. (40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $114,182.00/year to $153,000.00/year) Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation A Master’s degree or foreign equivalent, in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline and 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement of hardware or related occupation. In the alternative, employer will accept a Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance or a related discipline followed by 5 years of progressively responsible experience in strategic sourcing or procurement of hardware or related occupation. Experience must include: 1. 3 years of experience with data analysis tools such as advanced Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, or Tableau. 2. 3 years of experience creating, iterating, and improving end-to-end global component sourcing procurement and supply chain strategies. 3. 3 years of experience with supply chain modeling. The pay range for this position in Cupertino, California is $114,182.00/year to $153,000.00/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided by Cupertino, California Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site. All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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