Amazon Principal - Tech Biz Dev AIS 

United States, Washington, Seattle 

353877391

Key job responsibilities
·Own the battery strategy and technology roadmap. Partner with engineering to deliver next generation batteries for backup power in AWS datacenters
·Identify and evaluate new and developed battery chemistries to power AI/ML applications
·Lead sourcing engagements and sourcing teams in opportunity identification and RFIs where appropriate
· Develop negotiation strategies to deliver against business objectives and achieve sustainable relationships with suppliers
· Negotiate and implement supplier agreements/contracts by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions· Manage Supplier Relationships and establish yourself as a primary business and technology contact for suppliers

· Bachelor's degree in engineering or business
· Minimum of 7 years of strategic sourcing experience in high technology
· Minimum of 7 years of related supply chain experience
· 10+ years of professional experience

· MBA or advanced degree in engineering or other quantitative disciplines
· Experience in the lithium-ion battery industry manufacturing and supply chain.
· Strong negotiation skills and passion for technology
· Strong writing and verbal communication skills
· High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
· Proven ability to influence others
· Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems that may not have one clear answer
· Experience communicating to and influencing senior leadership.