Strategy & Acquisitions Associate, DCSS EMEA

Strategy & Acquisitions Associate, DCSS EMEA

Job ID: 2828921 | Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited

The AWS Data Center Supply Solutions team is looking for a Strategy & Acquisitions Associate to work with various stakeholder groups to procure data center capacity, support long term scaling strategies for AWS’s infrastructure regions, and manage a portfolio of critical infrastructure agreements. As the Strategy & Acquisitions Associate, you will research and manage all areas of transaction deal flow related to data center procurement projects in the region, for both Colocation and Real Estate.

Our Strategy & Acquisitions Associates are:

1. Strategically oriented individuals with strong data analysis and communication skills
2. Working within an ambiguous environment
3. Possess a strong sense of ownership
4. Adept at taking calculated risks in order to act quickly
5. Organized and have program and project management skills
6. Data driven with a passion for continuous improvement
7. Directly connecting with senior leaders and key vendors

The Data Center Supply Solutions team supports AWS by planning and executing long term scaling strategies for AWS’s global data center network. As a Strategy & Acquisitions Associate, you will support the team in the development and execution of contractual agreements with key infrastructure vendors, provide data to assist in the development of the business case for investment and support the development, presentation, approval and tracking of long-term infrastructure scaling strategies. Proficiency in writing is essential in this role.

Key job responsibilities

1. Leverage advantage data science skills to prepare transaction business case, forecast project costs and partner with internal teams to submit business case for leadership review.
2. Assist with site selection process, strategy development, data analysis across the region.
3. Manage stakeholder engagement from initial due diligence to contract review and execution, including management of all milestones to track contract execution and delivery from stakeholders.
4. Support development of Master Telecommunications Service Agreements, Work Orders, Lease Agreements, and other contractual documents.
5. Ensure data integrity in supply planning and execution systems related to infrastructure supply options including cost, capacity, key dates, and contractual terms.
6. Manage and manipulate complex data sets utilizing multiple analytical tools.
7. Develop and oversee the implementation of continual process improvement initiatives related to operational efficiency, team effectiveness and new value added activities.

A day in the life

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

About the team

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. 5+ years of demonstrable experience in one or more of the following areas: business development, procurement, data mining (SQL, ETL) or finance.
2. 3+ years of demonstrable experience managing procurement transactions successfully, including supplier communication, cost analysis, negotiations and contracting, and supplier performance management.
3. 3+ years of demonstrable experience successfully managing commercial relationships with vendors and knowledge of vendor management best practices.
4. Experience with data visualization using QuickSight, Tableau, or similar tools.
5. BS/BA degree in Business, Computer Science and/or Finance related field, or related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience related to procurement of data center infrastructure goods and services.
2. Project and process management skills with capacity to manage a large number of competing priorities simultaneously and work to tight deadlines.
3. Analytical skills with ability to provide big picture insights from highly granular data.
4. Fundamentals in problem-solving, algorithm design and complexity analysis.
5. Proven ability to build relationships and influence technical and non-technical cross functional teams to produce results.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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.

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