H-1B1 Chile Visa Vendor Manager Jobs
Vendor Manager jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. No lottery, no USCIS petition, and the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills. Procurement and supply chain roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires a degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
Find H-1B1 Chile Visa Vendor Manager JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 21+ Vendor Manager jobs
See all Vendor Manager Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Vendor Manager roles.
Get Access To All JobsDESCRIPTION
Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.
Amazon is now searching for an innovative and results-oriented Sr. Manager, Technical Vendor Management to lead the engineering-focused vendor performance organization within NA Global Engineering Services (GES). This leader will own the full vendor lifecycle for MHE integrators, component suppliers, and construction vendors—from qualification through active project execution, performance accountability, and continuous improvement.
As the Sr. Manager and Leader of TVM, you will build and lead the organization responsible for ensuring Amazon's vendor portfolio delivers safely, on time, and to quality standards. TVM operates across four pillars: MHE Integrator Management, Vendor Development & Qualification, Component Vendor Management & Spec Governance, and Construction Vendor Management. You will set the strategic direction for vendor performance across the NA fulfillment network, build deep relationships with vendor executive leadership, and drive systemic improvements that make Amazon's vendor pool stronger every year.
Successful candidates are natural leaders who bring deep engineering credibility, strategic portfolio thinking, and a track record of building high-performing teams that hold external partners accountable to measurable outcomes. You must be comfortable operating at the intersection of engineering execution, data-driven performance management, and cross-organizational influence.
As a senior manager, you are responsible for establishing the right team structure and overall execution strategy to meet long-term business needs. You partner with business leaders across GES, GPO, RME, D&C, WWDE, and global TVM counterparts to deliver a unified vendor management strategy that reduces risk, improves performance year-over-year, and expands Amazon's supply base.
You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open collaborative environment. Amazon's culture encourages innovation and expects leaders to take a high level of ownership in solving complex, cross-functional problems.
Come help us make history!
This role requires up to 50% regional travel on a yearly basis. When not traveling, you must have availability to work from a corporate office. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of one of the corporate office locations listed. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Key job responsibilities
- Own the strategic direction and execution of Technical Vendor Management across MHE integrators, component OEM vendors, and construction vendors for the North America fulfillment network
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of engineers and program managers across four TVM pillars: MHE Integrator Management, Vendor Development & Qualification, Component Vendor Management & Spec Governance, and Construction Vendor Management
- Establish and maintain structured vendor performance management frameworks including scorecards, milestone checkpoints, business reviews (WBR/MBR/QBR), escalation protocols, and consequence management
- Build strategic relationships with vendor executive leadership to unlock resource commitments, investment decisions, and sustained performance improvement that site-level teams cannot reach
- Drive vendor portfolio performance improvement year-over-year through data-driven accountability, structured business reviews, and vendor improvement roadmaps
- Own cross-pool cascade management between MHE and construction vendor pools, ensuring bidirectional alerting and proactive risk identification before schedule impacts materialize
- Lead vendor qualification, development, and graduation processes to expand and diversify Amazon's vendor portfolio, reducing single-vendor dependency and building supply base resilience
- Provide performance data and recommendations as scored input to vendor award decisions, closing the feedback loop between execution performance and future allocation
- Govern specification standards for component vendors, ensuring revisions stay on cadence and field feedback is incorporated within one quarter
- Deliver portfolio-level capacity visibility (12-month forward view) and proactively signal Amazon's forward demand to shape the supply base
- Coordinate with global TVM counterparts (International TVM for MHE; EMEA Construction TVM for construction) to establish shared KPIs and consistent vendor governance across regions
- Present monthly Vendor Leadership Updates to leadership and deliver quarterly executive QBRs for top-tier MHE integrators and construction general contractors
- Ensure one unified Amazon voice to vendors—coordinated, consistent communication regardless of which internal function vendors interact with, including joint business reviews with RME Vendor Management
- Drive engineering best practices in vendor performance management and set standards for the Installation Quality Excellence (IQPA) program
- Build sustainable, scalable mechanisms and standard work that enable consistent execution without individual heroics
A day in the life
Global Engineering Services (GES) North America (NA) Technical Vendor Management operates at the intersection of engineering execution and vendor partnership across North America. A day in the life may involve leading a weekly business review with an MHE integrator, reviewing scorecard data to identify systemic performance patterns, conducting a strategic planning session with your pillar leads, or presenting portfolio risk assessments to GES leadership. You will engage with vendor executives, coordinate with GPO on sourcing decisions, align with global TVM counterparts, and drive cross-pillar intelligence that no single project team can see. GES NA TVM is highly collaborative, working daily to make vendor performance consequential, vendor relationships strategic, and Amazon's supply base stronger every year.
About the team
The TVM organization is an engineering and performance-focused function within NA GES. We manage the full project lifecycle of Amazon's vendor relationships for MHE integrators, component suppliers, and construction vendors—from qualification through active project execution, performance accountability, and continuous improvement. TVM exists because vendor performance directly impacts whether Amazon's network launches on time, on budget, and at the quality level operations require. With TVM, vendor performance improves year over year because we make it consequential. We build strategic relationships that unlock decisions site-level teams cannot reach, see patterns across the portfolio that no single project can see, and act on them before they repeat.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with cross functional project or program delivery
- Experience delivering complex, data-driven recommendations to senior leaders
- Bachelor's in Mechanical/Industrial/Process Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or related STEM field; or 2+ years related Amazon experience
- 10+ years of experience in engineering, construction, vendor/supplier management, or related field including MHE systems, industrial automation, or large-scale construction delivery
- 5+ years of experience managing and leading a team of 10+ engineers or program managers
- 5+ years of experience in vendor performance management, supplier development, or strategic sourcing with demonstrated track record of improving vendor outcomes through structured accountability
- Experience using data analytics and scorecard methodologies to drive vendor performance decisions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience in vendor management, or experience in construction or project management
- Experience in operations management of fulfillment or distribution centers
- MBA/Master's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or related field with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience
- Experience managing vendor relationships across both MHE/automation and construction domains simultaneously
- Deep knowledge of the MHE integrator landscape (Dematic, Vanderlande, Fortna, Koerber, TGW, Daifuku, etc.) and/or large-scale construction general contractors
- Experience with vendor qualification and development programs, including technical evaluation criteria and capability assessments
- Proficiency in data systems for vendor performance tracking (e.g., STELLA, Smartsheet, or equivalent)
- Capital project management experience in distribution/fulfillment center environments
- Experience with global vendor governance and cross-regional alignment
- Experience in escalation frameworks, consequence management, and vendor de-qualification processes
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range:
- USA, CA, San Francisco - 198,900.00 - 269,100.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, Boston - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, New York - 190,200.00 - 257,400.00 USD annually
- USA, TN, Nashville - 164,300.00 - 222,300.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Austin - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Houston - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Irving - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, Arlington - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Bellevue - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
DESCRIPTION
Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.
Amazon is now searching for an innovative and results-oriented Sr. Manager, Technical Vendor Management to lead the engineering-focused vendor performance organization within NA Global Engineering Services (GES). This leader will own the full vendor lifecycle for MHE integrators, component suppliers, and construction vendors—from qualification through active project execution, performance accountability, and continuous improvement.
As the Sr. Manager and Leader of TVM, you will build and lead the organization responsible for ensuring Amazon's vendor portfolio delivers safely, on time, and to quality standards. TVM operates across four pillars: MHE Integrator Management, Vendor Development & Qualification, Component Vendor Management & Spec Governance, and Construction Vendor Management. You will set the strategic direction for vendor performance across the NA fulfillment network, build deep relationships with vendor executive leadership, and drive systemic improvements that make Amazon's vendor pool stronger every year.
Successful candidates are natural leaders who bring deep engineering credibility, strategic portfolio thinking, and a track record of building high-performing teams that hold external partners accountable to measurable outcomes. You must be comfortable operating at the intersection of engineering execution, data-driven performance management, and cross-organizational influence.
As a senior manager, you are responsible for establishing the right team structure and overall execution strategy to meet long-term business needs. You partner with business leaders across GES, GPO, RME, D&C, WWDE, and global TVM counterparts to deliver a unified vendor management strategy that reduces risk, improves performance year-over-year, and expands Amazon's supply base.
You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open collaborative environment. Amazon's culture encourages innovation and expects leaders to take a high level of ownership in solving complex, cross-functional problems.
Come help us make history!
This role requires up to 50% regional travel on a yearly basis. When not traveling, you must have availability to work from a corporate office. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of one of the corporate office locations listed. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Key job responsibilities
- Own the strategic direction and execution of Technical Vendor Management across MHE integrators, component OEM vendors, and construction vendors for the North America fulfillment network
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of engineers and program managers across four TVM pillars: MHE Integrator Management, Vendor Development & Qualification, Component Vendor Management & Spec Governance, and Construction Vendor Management
- Establish and maintain structured vendor performance management frameworks including scorecards, milestone checkpoints, business reviews (WBR/MBR/QBR), escalation protocols, and consequence management
- Build strategic relationships with vendor executive leadership to unlock resource commitments, investment decisions, and sustained performance improvement that site-level teams cannot reach
- Drive vendor portfolio performance improvement year-over-year through data-driven accountability, structured business reviews, and vendor improvement roadmaps
- Own cross-pool cascade management between MHE and construction vendor pools, ensuring bidirectional alerting and proactive risk identification before schedule impacts materialize
- Lead vendor qualification, development, and graduation processes to expand and diversify Amazon's vendor portfolio, reducing single-vendor dependency and building supply base resilience
- Provide performance data and recommendations as scored input to vendor award decisions, closing the feedback loop between execution performance and future allocation
- Govern specification standards for component vendors, ensuring revisions stay on cadence and field feedback is incorporated within one quarter
- Deliver portfolio-level capacity visibility (12-month forward view) and proactively signal Amazon's forward demand to shape the supply base
- Coordinate with global TVM counterparts (International TVM for MHE; EMEA Construction TVM for construction) to establish shared KPIs and consistent vendor governance across regions
- Present monthly Vendor Leadership Updates to leadership and deliver quarterly executive QBRs for top-tier MHE integrators and construction general contractors
- Ensure one unified Amazon voice to vendors—coordinated, consistent communication regardless of which internal function vendors interact with, including joint business reviews with RME Vendor Management
- Drive engineering best practices in vendor performance management and set standards for the Installation Quality Excellence (IQPA) program
- Build sustainable, scalable mechanisms and standard work that enable consistent execution without individual heroics
A day in the life
Global Engineering Services (GES) North America (NA) Technical Vendor Management operates at the intersection of engineering execution and vendor partnership across North America. A day in the life may involve leading a weekly business review with an MHE integrator, reviewing scorecard data to identify systemic performance patterns, conducting a strategic planning session with your pillar leads, or presenting portfolio risk assessments to GES leadership. You will engage with vendor executives, coordinate with GPO on sourcing decisions, align with global TVM counterparts, and drive cross-pillar intelligence that no single project team can see. GES NA TVM is highly collaborative, working daily to make vendor performance consequential, vendor relationships strategic, and Amazon's supply base stronger every year.
About the team
The TVM organization is an engineering and performance-focused function within NA GES. We manage the full project lifecycle of Amazon's vendor relationships for MHE integrators, component suppliers, and construction vendors—from qualification through active project execution, performance accountability, and continuous improvement. TVM exists because vendor performance directly impacts whether Amazon's network launches on time, on budget, and at the quality level operations require. With TVM, vendor performance improves year over year because we make it consequential. We build strategic relationships that unlock decisions site-level teams cannot reach, see patterns across the portfolio that no single project can see, and act on them before they repeat.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with cross functional project or program delivery
- Experience delivering complex, data-driven recommendations to senior leaders
- Bachelor's in Mechanical/Industrial/Process Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or related STEM field; or 2+ years related Amazon experience
- 10+ years of experience in engineering, construction, vendor/supplier management, or related field including MHE systems, industrial automation, or large-scale construction delivery
- 5+ years of experience managing and leading a team of 10+ engineers or program managers
- 5+ years of experience in vendor performance management, supplier development, or strategic sourcing with demonstrated track record of improving vendor outcomes through structured accountability
- Experience using data analytics and scorecard methodologies to drive vendor performance decisions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience in vendor management, or experience in construction or project management
- Experience in operations management of fulfillment or distribution centers
- MBA/Master's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or related field with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience
- Experience managing vendor relationships across both MHE/automation and construction domains simultaneously
- Deep knowledge of the MHE integrator landscape (Dematic, Vanderlande, Fortna, Koerber, TGW, Daifuku, etc.) and/or large-scale construction general contractors
- Experience with vendor qualification and development programs, including technical evaluation criteria and capability assessments
- Proficiency in data systems for vendor performance tracking (e.g., STELLA, Smartsheet, or equivalent)
- Capital project management experience in distribution/fulfillment center environments
- Experience with global vendor governance and cross-regional alignment
- Experience in escalation frameworks, consequence management, and vendor de-qualification processes
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range:
- USA, CA, San Francisco - 198,900.00 - 269,100.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, Boston - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, New York - 190,200.00 - 257,400.00 USD annually
- USA, TN, Nashville - 164,300.00 - 222,300.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Austin - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Houston - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Irving - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, Arlington - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Bellevue - 173,000.00 - 234,000.00 USD annually
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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
See all H-1B1 Chile Visa Vendor Manager Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B1 Chile Visa Vendor Manager Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Vendor Manager
Confirm your degree supports specialty occupation
Vendor Manager roles require a directly related degree, typically in supply chain management, business administration, or operations. Check the O*NET occupation profile for SOC code 11-3061 to verify how DOL classifies the role before targeting employers.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Vendor Manager roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Chile positions. This cuts out companies unfamiliar with the consular process and avoids delays from employer inexperience.
Benchmark your salary against prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target metro area and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the prevailing wage, and a mismatch between your offer and the DOL Level I or II wage can stall the application.
Prepare documentation that bridges Chilean credentials
Chilean university transcripts and professional certifications often need translation and equivalency evaluation before a U.S. consular officer can assess specialty occupation status. Request official translations and a credential evaluation before your employer begins the LCA.
Ask your employer about E-Verify enrollment upfront
H-1B1 Chile workers are authorized to work only for their petitioning employer. Confirm your prospective employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting an offer, since federal contractors are required to participate and gaps in enrollment can affect your work authorization start date.
Sequence your consulate appointment after LCA certification
Unlike H-1B visa, the H-1B1 Chile process skips USCIS and goes directly to consular processing. Your employer must have a certified LCA in hand before you schedule your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago, so confirm that timing with HR explicitly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Vendor Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as supply chain management, business administration, or operations management. Roles where any degree is acceptable, regardless of field, typically don't meet the specialty occupation standard. Your employer documents this requirement in the Labor Condition Application filed with DOL.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to the H-1B for Vendor Manager roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the lottery entirely, has a separate 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills, and is processed at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago rather than through USCIS. The trade-off is that H-1B1 doesn't support dual intent, so it's not a direct path toward permanent residence the way H-1B can be. For Chilean nationals in procurement and supply chain roles, H-1B1 is typically faster and more predictable to obtain.
How do I find Vendor Manager jobs where the employer already understands H-1B1 Chile sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified LCA filing history for H-1B1 Chile positions, so you're not starting from scratch with companies unfamiliar with the consular process. Targeting employers who have filed before reduces back-and-forth over visa mechanics and shortens the time from offer to interview.
Can my employer file an H-1B1 Chile LCA while I'm still working a notice period in Chile?
Yes. Your employer can file and receive LCA certification from DOL while you're still employed in Chile. The LCA certification typically takes around seven business days. Once certified, you can schedule your consulate appointment in Santiago. There's no requirement for you to have already quit your current job before the employer begins the process.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if my Vendor Manager role changes significantly?
Material changes to your role, including a significant shift in duties, a change in employer entity after a merger, or a move to a different worksite area, may require a new LCA. The H-1B1 visa is employer-specific and tied to the terms of the original certified LCA. If your responsibilities expand substantially into a different occupation, USCIS guidance recommends filing an amended application before the change takes effect.