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Procurement Manager jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship don't require a lottery or USCIS petition filing. Chilean nationals apply directly at the consulate under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement, and the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills. Employers in supply chain, manufacturing, and technology regularly sponsor this role.
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Amazon is seeking a motivated, data-driven Sr. Category Manager to support Americas data center expansion and infrastructure development within the Energy Infrastructure and Projects portfolio. In this role, you will own end-to-end sourcing strategies for natural gas procurement categories—collaborating with internal business partners, engineering teams, and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and optimize costs at scale.
You will develop mechanisms and metrics to ensure supplier accountability for performance and delivery, leveraging competitive bidding, strategic negotiations, and comprehensive analysis of data and market trends to deliver measurable results for your category.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute end-to-end category strategies for energy infrastructure and power generation procurement — spanning Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) services, long-lead equipment (prime and backup), and balance-of-plant scope supporting data center delivery.
- Lead complex, multi-stakeholder negotiations for long-term supply agreements, EPC contracts, long-lead equipment purchases, and O&M service arrangements with OEMs, turnkey providers, and EPC contractors.
- Build and steward strategic supplier relationships; design performance mechanisms, scorecards, and accountability frameworks that ensure delivery commitments are met and continuously improved.
- Conduct market intelligence and competitive benchmarking to identify cost-reduction levers, supply-chain risks, and emerging technologies (e.g., High Voltage Substations, fuel cells, SMRs, STATCOM) within the energy and power generation portfolio.
- Drive large-scale procurement process improvements, establishing programmatic frameworks that enable repeatable execution at scale and deliver measurable cost, quality, and schedule outcomes.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, legal, finance, and operations to align procurement strategies with business objectives, capital plans, and customer delivery timelines.
- Manage competing priorities across a dynamic portfolio, consistently delivering on-time results within committed timeframes and budget parameters.
Required Qualifications
- Industry Experience — Background in Oil & Gas, Utility, or Energy sectors strongly preferred.
- Pipeline & EPC Procurement — Knowledge of pipeline infrastructure scoping, EPC commercial frameworks, contract structures, and negotiation of large-scale infrastructure agreements.
- Operations & Maintenance (O&M) — Familiarity with O&M contracting models, performance guarantees, and lifecycle cost management for power generation assets.
- Long-Lead Equipment Procurement — Proven experience sourcing and managing suppliers for capital-intensive equipment such as high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, fuel cells, gas turbines, natural gas reciprocating engines/generators, and associated balance-of-plant systems.
- Supplier Management — Track record of managing complex supplier portfolios spanning OEMs, turnkey service providers, and refurbishers/resellers, with demonstrated ability to drive accountability and performance improvement.
A day in the life
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.
About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, procurement, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure — we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and 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, procurement managers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers — all within an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) works to deliver latest solutions to source, build, and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS — powering thousands of businesses across more than 190 countries.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience
- 8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
- Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent
- Experience creating an innovative global supply strategy for the organization resulting in a tangible benefit to the business
- Experience with building and contracting Behind-the-Meter (BTM) and/or Front-of-the-Meter (FTM) power generation solutions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies
- Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction
- Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners
- Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)
- Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
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.
COMPENSATION
- 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.
LOCATION
USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is seeking a motivated, data-driven Sr. Category Manager to support Americas data center expansion and infrastructure development within the Energy Infrastructure and Projects portfolio. In this role, you will own end-to-end sourcing strategies for natural gas procurement categories—collaborating with internal business partners, engineering teams, and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and optimize costs at scale.
You will develop mechanisms and metrics to ensure supplier accountability for performance and delivery, leveraging competitive bidding, strategic negotiations, and comprehensive analysis of data and market trends to deliver measurable results for your category.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute end-to-end category strategies for energy infrastructure and power generation procurement — spanning Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) services, long-lead equipment (prime and backup), and balance-of-plant scope supporting data center delivery.
- Lead complex, multi-stakeholder negotiations for long-term supply agreements, EPC contracts, long-lead equipment purchases, and O&M service arrangements with OEMs, turnkey providers, and EPC contractors.
- Build and steward strategic supplier relationships; design performance mechanisms, scorecards, and accountability frameworks that ensure delivery commitments are met and continuously improved.
- Conduct market intelligence and competitive benchmarking to identify cost-reduction levers, supply-chain risks, and emerging technologies (e.g., High Voltage Substations, fuel cells, SMRs, STATCOM) within the energy and power generation portfolio.
- Drive large-scale procurement process improvements, establishing programmatic frameworks that enable repeatable execution at scale and deliver measurable cost, quality, and schedule outcomes.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, legal, finance, and operations to align procurement strategies with business objectives, capital plans, and customer delivery timelines.
- Manage competing priorities across a dynamic portfolio, consistently delivering on-time results within committed timeframes and budget parameters.
Required Qualifications
- Industry Experience — Background in Oil & Gas, Utility, or Energy sectors strongly preferred.
- Pipeline & EPC Procurement — Knowledge of pipeline infrastructure scoping, EPC commercial frameworks, contract structures, and negotiation of large-scale infrastructure agreements.
- Operations & Maintenance (O&M) — Familiarity with O&M contracting models, performance guarantees, and lifecycle cost management for power generation assets.
- Long-Lead Equipment Procurement — Proven experience sourcing and managing suppliers for capital-intensive equipment such as high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, fuel cells, gas turbines, natural gas reciprocating engines/generators, and associated balance-of-plant systems.
- Supplier Management — Track record of managing complex supplier portfolios spanning OEMs, turnkey service providers, and refurbishers/resellers, with demonstrated ability to drive accountability and performance improvement.
A day in the life
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.
About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, procurement, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure — we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and 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, procurement managers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers — all within an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) works to deliver latest solutions to source, build, and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS — powering thousands of businesses across more than 190 countries.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience
- 8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
- Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent
- Experience creating an innovative global supply strategy for the organization resulting in a tangible benefit to the business
- Experience with building and contracting Behind-the-Meter (BTM) and/or Front-of-the-Meter (FTM) power generation solutions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies
- Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction
- Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners
- Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)
- Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
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.
COMPENSATION
- 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.
LOCATION
USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Procurement Manager
Translate your credentials into U.S. equivalents
Chilean university degrees are accepted, but your procurement certifications may need context. Confirm whether your CIPS or local supply chain credentials map to CPSM or CSCP designations that U.S. hiring managers recognize as qualifying specialty occupation experience.
Verify your role meets specialty occupation standards
Procurement Manager must require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field to qualify for H-1B1 visa. Pull the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the typical education requirement before targeting roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for procurement and supply chain roles. This shows real sponsorship willingness, not just a checkbox on a job posting.
Prioritize industries with frequent cross-border procurement
Manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and technology firms with Latin American supply chains hire Chilean procurement professionals specifically because of regional expertise. Focusing your search on these sectors increases the likelihood an employer already understands the H-1B1 Chile process.
Confirm the employer will file the LCA before your consulate appointment
The DOL must certify your Labor Condition Application before your visa interview. Unlike H-1B visa, there's no USCIS petition step, but the LCA certification is still a hard prerequisite. Get written confirmation from the employer that DOL filing is underway before scheduling your appointment.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for Procurement Manager in the specific metro area where you'll work. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your exact job location before accepting any offer, since the requirement is tied to geography, not a national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Procurement Manager role qualify for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as supply chain management, business, or engineering. Roles where any general degree satisfies the employer's requirement, regardless of field, can be disqualified. Review the job description carefully and cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the degree specificity before applying.
How is the H-1B1 Chile visa different from the H-1B for Procurement Manager roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and requires no USCIS petition. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL, then you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never been exhausted, so there's no competition for slots the way there is under the H-1B.
How do I find employers who will sponsor an H-1B1 Chile visa for procurement roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship history in procurement and supply chain. This cuts through postings that technically accept applications but have never filed an LCA for the role. Focus on manufacturers, logistics companies, and technology firms with established Latin American supply chains, as these employers most commonly sponsor Chilean nationals for procurement positions.
What documents does a Chilean Procurement Manager need before the consulate interview?
You'll need a certified Labor Condition Application from the DOL, your job offer letter specifying salary and duties, proof your role meets specialty occupation standards, and evidence your degree is in a relevant field. If your Chilean degree title doesn't clearly correspond to supply chain or business, having an academic credential evaluation completed before the interview strengthens your application.
Can a Procurement Manager switch employers after arriving in the U.S. on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, but the H-1B1 visa doesn't carry H-1B portability protections. Your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with the DOL, and you'll need to depart the U.S. and apply for a new H-1B1 stamp at the consulate. Planning a job transition well before your current status expires avoids gaps in work authorization.