Senior Category Manager,European Supply Chain Operations,GRIT2,Global Procurement Org.

Senior Category Manager, European Supply Chain Operations, GRIT2, Global Procurement Organization Job ID: 10512290 | Amazon EU Sarl Description Are you energized by designing supply chain solutions that challenge traditional distribution models? In this role, you will own category strategy for Amazon's European cross-dock distribution program and grocery logistics packaging; managing a supplier portfolio that directly enables hundreds of fulfillment centers to receive supplies faster, at lower cost. You'll shape how Amazon procures, distributes, and optimizes non-inventory supplies across Europe, working at the intersection of warehousing, transportation, and manufacturer partnerships. This is a builder role: you'll run competitive tenders across multiple countries, manage 3PL relationships, and expand operations into new markets, all while turning procurement from a transactional function into a strategic supply chain enabler. If you enjoy navigating complexity across markets, building programs from scratch, and seeing your work translate into measurable operational impact across a continent; this is your role. Key job responsibilities - Own the end-to-end category strategy for European cross-dock distribution operations, including supplier selection, contract management, performance governance, and expansion into new markets - Lead competitive sourcing events (RFIs, RFPs, tenders) for warehouse services, logistics providers, and grocery packaging suppliers across multiple EU countries - Manage supplier relationships and performance across the European distribution network, driving accountability through KPIs, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives - Develop and execute the procurement strategy for EU grocery logistics packaging, building a diversified supplier base and implementing cost-effective commercial frameworks - Partner cross-functionally with operations, finance, transportation, and legal teams to ensure seamless procurement execution and compliance across EU jurisdictions A day in the life No two days look the same. One day you're negotiating warehouse contracts with a logistics provider in Spain; the next, you're reviewing packaging samples with a French supplier or building a business case for entering a new market. You'll regularly connect with operations leaders across Europe to understand site-level needs, partner with finance on cost models, and join leadership reviews to share your category's performance story. Expect...

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