Category Manager, Packaging – Global Procurement Operations | Amazon Hiring

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February 11, 2026
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Job Description

🏢 Company: Amazon

💼 Job Type: Full-Time
🌎 Department: Global Procurement Operations
📦 Category: Packaging Procurement / Supply Chain / Strategic Sourcing

🚀 About the Role

Amazon is seeking a strategic and results-driven Category Manager – Packaging to join our Global Procurement Operations team.

In this role, you will lead global packaging sourcing strategies, optimize supplier partnerships, and drive cost efficiencies across Amazon’s worldwide operations. You will play a critical role in ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and sustainable procurement of packaging materials that support Amazon’s fulfillment and logistics network.

This is a high-impact position ideal for professionals with expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost optimization, and packaging innovation.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

🔹 Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

  • Develop and execute global procurement strategies for packaging materials
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers
  • Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships
  • Drive long-term cost optimization initiatives

🔹 Supplier & Vendor Management

  • Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure reliability and quality
  • Monitor supplier performance metrics and KPIs
  • Ensure timely delivery of packaging materials
  • Resolve supply chain risks proactively

🔹 Cost & Budget Management

  • Create and manage packaging procurement budgets
  • Track category spend and ensure cost targets are achieved
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities through market research

🔹 Market Intelligence & Innovation

  • Monitor industry trends and packaging technologies
  • Research new packaging materials and design solutions
  • Identify automation and efficiency opportunities

🔹 Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with operations, supply chain, sustainability, and product teams
  • Ensure packaging meets quality, cost, and operational requirements
  • Align procurement strategy with business objectives

🔹 Sustainability & Compliance

  • Collaborate with sustainability teams to implement eco-friendly packaging
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and corporate ethical standards

🔹 Process Optimization & Reporting

  • Analyze procurement data and performance metrics
  • Drive continuous process improvement
  • Communicate updates and insights to stakeholders
  • Train and mentor junior team members

🔎 Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Experience in strategic sourcing or category management
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  • Knowledge of global supply chain operations
  • Experience managing packaging materials or related categories
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for sustainability and packaging innovation

🌟 Why Join Amazon Global Procurement?

  • Lead sourcing strategy at global scale
  • Drive cost efficiencies across Amazon’s fulfillment network
  • Influence sustainable packaging transformation
  • Work in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional global teams

🌍 Equal Opportunity Employer

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on legally protected characteristics.