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Strategic Sourcing Manager roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can pursue U.S. opportunities year-round without waiting on H-1B visa selection.
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Amazon is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join the Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team that has a meaningful and measurable impact on Amazon’s success.
At Amazon, our vision is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our passion for invention leads us to pioneer and globalize new businesses and customer offerings daily. As we rapidly become the world’s largest consumer of corporate services in many categories, the Corporate Procurement team is fueling our explosive growth by identifying innovative sourcing strategies and negotiating sustainable, long-term partnerships.
We are seeking a skilled Strategic Sourcing Manager with experience leading complex sourcing initiatives across Marketing. Key leadership traits required include the ability to influence and form partnerships with business leaders, and operational excellence in managing multiple complex and competing priorities simultaneously.
Strategic Sourcing Managers are expert practitioners in the tools for creating competitive environments, and have a bias for decision-making rooted in data and analytics. They routinely influence vendor relationships by advising Amazon leaders across multiple stakeholder groups on the direction of sourcing projects in support of business goals. If you are looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative company, come make history with Amazon’s Corporate Procurement department.
Key job responsibilities
- Establishing strong relationships with internal business stakeholders; building a strong understanding of strategic business direction, requirements and priorities across assigned suppliers and/or spend categories.
- Dive deep across multiple business units to leverage our supplier base with the goal of optimizing performance, quality, and cost.
- Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking; leveraging key-insights to inform and support the strategic sourcing strategy development process.
- Managing the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities including RFx, spend pattern analysis, contract analysis, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier consolidation.
- Identifying sourcing opportunities by leveraging spend analysis tools and engage with stakeholders to consolidate requirements over categories, suppliers and geographies.
- Work with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements, optimizing the return on investment and total cost of ownership.
- Providing guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and best-practice tools, such as category management, supplier evaluation and supplier diversity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in an indirect procurement function at a multinational corporation
- Experience with practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.)
- 5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience
- Proven track record managing Marketing categories with deep Market Research expertise
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Knowledge of other indirect categories
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range: 150,600.00 - 203,700.00 USD annually
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
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Amazon is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join the Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team that has a meaningful and measurable impact on Amazon’s success.
At Amazon, our vision is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our passion for invention leads us to pioneer and globalize new businesses and customer offerings daily. As we rapidly become the world’s largest consumer of corporate services in many categories, the Corporate Procurement team is fueling our explosive growth by identifying innovative sourcing strategies and negotiating sustainable, long-term partnerships.
We are seeking a skilled Strategic Sourcing Manager with experience leading complex sourcing initiatives across Marketing. Key leadership traits required include the ability to influence and form partnerships with business leaders, and operational excellence in managing multiple complex and competing priorities simultaneously.
Strategic Sourcing Managers are expert practitioners in the tools for creating competitive environments, and have a bias for decision-making rooted in data and analytics. They routinely influence vendor relationships by advising Amazon leaders across multiple stakeholder groups on the direction of sourcing projects in support of business goals. If you are looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative company, come make history with Amazon’s Corporate Procurement department.
Key job responsibilities
- Establishing strong relationships with internal business stakeholders; building a strong understanding of strategic business direction, requirements and priorities across assigned suppliers and/or spend categories.
- Dive deep across multiple business units to leverage our supplier base with the goal of optimizing performance, quality, and cost.
- Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking; leveraging key-insights to inform and support the strategic sourcing strategy development process.
- Managing the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities including RFx, spend pattern analysis, contract analysis, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier consolidation.
- Identifying sourcing opportunities by leveraging spend analysis tools and engage with stakeholders to consolidate requirements over categories, suppliers and geographies.
- Work with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements, optimizing the return on investment and total cost of ownership.
- Providing guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and best-practice tools, such as category management, supplier evaluation and supplier diversity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in an indirect procurement function at a multinational corporation
- Experience with practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.)
- 5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience
- Proven track record managing Marketing categories with deep Market Research expertise
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Knowledge of other indirect categories
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range: 150,600.00 - 203,700.00 USD annually
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
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Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian bachelor's degree is accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but your offer letter must tie your sourcing role to that specific field of study. A job description saying 'degree preferred' rather than 'required' can jeopardize E-3 visa eligibility.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for sourcing or procurement roles. Past LCA activity signals a hiring team that already understands the E-3 process.
Frame your sourcing expertise for global procurement roles
U.S. employers in manufacturing, tech, and retail actively recruit Australians with Asia-Pacific supplier networks. Positioning your sourcing experience around cross-border category management and supplier diversification makes you a stronger candidate for sponsorship conversations.
Confirm your employer's LCA wage level before accepting an offer
The DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your job title and location. Wage Level I applies to entry roles; Level III or IV reflects senior strategic sourcing positions. Mismatched wage levels delay LCA certification and push back your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage your paperwork
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA filing with the DOL, prepares your DS-160, and gets you ready for your consulate appointment in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth. You focus on onboarding; the filing runs in parallel.
Book your consulate appointment before your offer start date
Australian consulate appointment availability varies by city and season. Build at least four to six weeks between your offer acceptance and your target start date so your employer can certify the LCA before you schedule the interview slot.
E-3 Visa Strategic Sourcing Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Strategic Sourcing Manager jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Strategic Sourcing Manager roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards rarely filter by visa type, so you end up applying blind. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers with active U.S. work visa filing history, saving you the guesswork of cold outreach to companies that won't sponsor.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Strategic Sourcing Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS treats Strategic Sourcing Manager as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in supply chain management, business, or a related field, and the job duties involve complex category strategy, supplier negotiations, or cross-functional procurement. Generic purchasing or buyer roles without a degree requirement can struggle to qualify, so your offer letter's job description matters.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a Strategic Sourcing Manager?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no cap, so you can apply any time of year with a job offer in hand. The H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap and a randomized lottery, meaning qualified applicants are regularly rejected without review. For an Australian sourcing professional, the E-3 is a direct path to a U.S. role without the year-long wait that H-1B applicants typically face.
Can I change employers or get promoted while on an E-3 as a Strategic Sourcing Manager?
Changing employers requires your new company to file a fresh LCA with the DOL and certify a new E-3 before you start. Promotions within the same employer that materially change your job duties or title may also require an updated LCA, particularly if the new role sits in a different Standard Occupational Classification code. Don't assume your existing E-3 covers a new position automatically.