Description Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that delight our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet. Amazon Robotics is located in the greater Boston area, the epicenter of robotics innovation. Our diverse team of engineers come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots and mechatronic systems. Having our offices, labs, test floors and factories all co-located means that we can design the hardware, write the code, test, build and watch it all come to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more. The Amazon Robotics Operations and Supply Chain organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. It’s an operation that works cross-functionally with teams across Amazon globally, and is driven by data and metrics. The Supply Chain team is seeking a material Buyer with a background in supply chain purchasing and a knowledge of materials management and planning systems. The successful candidate for this position will have a high sense of urgency and driven to achieve defined service levels and program goals. Job responsibilities: The Buyer role will have full responsibility for procuring electronic components and mechanical hardware and assemblies from our global partners in support of manufacturing, engineering projects, and new product introduction programs. The successful candidate for this position will have bias for action and will be driven to meet all service level goals related to technical, quality, and delivery requirements. This candidate will work collaboratively with multiple business functions in a team environment and will be responsible for the following: · Actively support and foster a culture of inclusion · Purchasing materials and equipment from our suppliers including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items. · Planning material requirements, managing inventory levels, managing schedules in our ERP system, and successfully communicating these requirements to our suppliers. · Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, expedites, delivery requirements. · Supporting supplier performance and metrics management, including providing inputs to monthly scorecards and presenting procurement data during quarterly business reviews. · Supporting the Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and developing new products and programs. · Working collaboratively with Demand Planning to communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to the end users. · Actively look for areas of process improvements, cost savings, and automating business processes. · Able to travel up to 25%, open to periods of more frequent travel as required for special projects. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 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.