Contract Manufacturing Security Auditor, Supply Chain and IP Security
Amazon Innovation Center (Shenzhen) Company Limited · Shenzhen, China · Amazon Corporate Security
Full-time
About the role
The Amazon Specialized Businesses Security (SBS) organization is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Security Auditor for its Supply Chain and Intellectual Property Security (SCIPS) team. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify, and build.
The Contract Manufacturing Security Auditor conducts audits and inspections at Final Assembly, Test and Packaging (FATP) / Contract Manufacturing (CM) sites, distribution centers, transit lanes, and other third-party supplier locations where Amazon products are manufactured, moved, stored, and disposed of. Security management system audits are carried out in accordance with Amazon's internal standards. The role monitors compliance with contractual requirements, assesses the effectiveness of security implementations, and provides ongoing support to site security personnel at vendor service providers.
This role interacts with stakeholders and cross-functional partners on a regular basis and may involve handling confidential information, requiring a high level of integrity, professionalism, and strong customer service skills. Additionally, the position provides program security support for all consumer electronic devices prior to public release and supports the overall security posture for the devices division.
Key job responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of audits and inspections at FATP/CM sites, distribution centers, transit lanes, and third-party supplier locations in accordance with Amazon's manufacturing security standards
- Assist senior auditors in coordinating with manufacturing locations and suppliers to schedule audits and on-site risk assessments
- Help prepare for audits by gathering relevant information, distributing pre-audit questionnaires, and compiling audit plan documentation
- Participate in on-site and remote audits to evaluate security controls at supplier locations under the guidance of senior team members
- Identify deviations and gaps in prototype security management processes and document findings
- Assist in generating audit reports documenting irregularities, discrepancies, and deviations from prescribed procedures
- Support follow-up audits, provide feedback, and assist with reviews per established standards
- Help track corrective actions through to closure or completion
- Perform on-site inspections and verifications of prototype device inventory, including physical counts, reconciliation against system records, and validation of critical materials
- Assist with Device Serial Number ingestion processes, verify records against physical inventory to identify discrepancies and maintain data integrity
- Support the end-to-end prototype lifecycle tracking, ensuring full chain-of-custody
- Assist manufacturing location personnel with security queries, audit readiness, and day-to-day operational security matters
- Support security training delivery at manufacturing locations as directed
- Contribute to ad hoc prototype security projects and investigations as needed
- Experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service, or experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
- Can work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and tasks
- Experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service
- Experience in operations or inventory management
- Experience at Amazon, or experience with domestic or international travel coordination
- Experience handling confidential information and maintaining professionalism in dealing with senior executives, or experience in senior level leadership support
- Work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- Bachelor's degree, or experience working with fast-moving, high-performance teams and driving innovative solutions tailored to unique business environments
- Experience working with global cross-functional teams
- Experience in consumer electronics or technology sector
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, or 1–3 years of experience in security, brand protection, manufacturing operations, auditing, or a related field
- Exposure to manufacturing audits, security standards, or intellectual property protection processes
- Previous experience in prototype, tooling, or component destruction handling
- TAPA, ASIS, CFE, or other professional security organization qualification or membership
- Proficiency in Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, or Spanish is a plus
- Interest in pursuing Lead Auditor or Supplier Auditor certification
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 Contract Manufacturing Security Auditor conducts audits and inspections at Final Assembly, Test and Packaging (FATP) / Contract Manufacturing (CM) sites, distribution centers, transit lanes, and other third-party supplier locations where Amazon products are manufactured, moved, stored, and disposed of. Security management system audits are carried out in accordance with Amazon's internal standards. The role monitors compliance with contractual requirements, assesses the effectiveness of security implementations, and provides ongoing support to site security personnel at vendor service providers.
This role interacts with stakeholders and cross-functional partners on a regular basis and may involve handling confidential information, requiring a high level of integrity, professionalism, and strong customer service skills. Additionally, the position provides program security support for all consumer electronic devices prior to public release and supports the overall security posture for the devices division.
Key job responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of audits and inspections at FATP/CM sites, distribution centers, transit lanes, and third-party supplier locations in accordance with Amazon's manufacturing security standards
- Assist senior auditors in coordinating with manufacturing locations and suppliers to schedule audits and on-site risk assessments
- Help prepare for audits by gathering relevant information, distributing pre-audit questionnaires, and compiling audit plan documentation
- Participate in on-site and remote audits to evaluate security controls at supplier locations under the guidance of senior team members
- Identify deviations and gaps in prototype security management processes and document findings
- Assist in generating audit reports documenting irregularities, discrepancies, and deviations from prescribed procedures
- Support follow-up audits, provide feedback, and assist with reviews per established standards
- Help track corrective actions through to closure or completion
- Perform on-site inspections and verifications of prototype device inventory, including physical counts, reconciliation against system records, and validation of critical materials
- Assist with Device Serial Number ingestion processes, verify records against physical inventory to identify discrepancies and maintain data integrity
- Support the end-to-end prototype lifecycle tracking, ensuring full chain-of-custody
- Assist manufacturing location personnel with security queries, audit readiness, and day-to-day operational security matters
- Support security training delivery at manufacturing locations as directed
- Contribute to ad hoc prototype security projects and investigations as needed
Basic qualifications
- Experience using English communication skills, both written and verbal, to foster seamless interaction with stakeholders at all levels- Experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service, or experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
- Can work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and tasks
- Experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service
- Experience in operations or inventory management
- Experience at Amazon, or experience with domestic or international travel coordination
- Experience handling confidential information and maintaining professionalism in dealing with senior executives, or experience in senior level leadership support
- Work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
Preferred qualifications
- Experience communicating complex concepts clearly and persuasively to different audiences- Bachelor's degree, or experience working with fast-moving, high-performance teams and driving innovative solutions tailored to unique business environments
- Experience working with global cross-functional teams
- Experience in consumer electronics or technology sector
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, or 1–3 years of experience in security, brand protection, manufacturing operations, auditing, or a related field
- Exposure to manufacturing audits, security standards, or intellectual property protection processes
- Previous experience in prototype, tooling, or component destruction handling
- TAPA, ASIS, CFE, or other professional security organization qualification or membership
- Proficiency in Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, or Spanish is a plus
- Interest in pursuing Lead Auditor or Supplier Auditor certification
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.