Supply Chain/Transportation Management

In Amazon Air, process driven techniques help us deliver smiles to both our internal and external customers daily. There are multiple ways to problem solve here, and we do it with consideration and respect for each other. We are diverse and united. Your thoughts, ideas, and contributions are highly valued here to solve any problem that we may encounter. There is no limit to how high you can “soar” here at Amazon Air!Amazon Air (AIR) seeks a Senior Supply Chain Manager (Sr. SCM) who will lead short term operations planning for the Amazon Air network. Responsibilities include optimizing for core metrics (cost, speed, volume, and quality), scaling through automation, and prioritizing/delegating network issues amongst team members. All of these require an individual who navigates ambiguous scenarios including decision making without all the required information. The individual must deliver results and scale despite constrained resources by inventing and simplifying. Collaboration with scientists, developers, and other tech teams is required. The Sr. SCM must look around corners, innovate, take risks, and optimize on a network-wide basis.Key job responsibilities- Influence and shape strategic decisions with internal stakeholders, using data-backed analytics to solve complex problems, while remaining customer obsessed- Partner with internal business teams including operations, ground transportation, finance, research, technology, and engineering to deliver improved results- Work closely with research science teams to develop tools for scaling/automation of network configuration- Manage and coordinate multiple project assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, accepting ownership and accountability of the process- Work within time constraints to meet business critical needs (often managing multiple, time-sensitive and high priority initiatives simultaneously), while measuring and identifying activities performed and ensuring service requirements are met- Analyze data from numerous databases (using Excel, Access, SQL and/or other data management systems) and perform ad hoc reporting and analysis as required- Travel domestically up to 15% of the time to various facilities in the Amazon networkBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Bachelor's degree- Experience analyzing data from numerous databases (using Excel, Access, SQL and/or other data management systems) ...

Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced groundbreaking devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo and Amazon Show. The Amazon Devices group delivers delightfully unique Amazon experiences, giving customers instant access to everything, digital or physical. The Role:The Materials Program Manager (MPM) is responsible for the management and delivery of the product financial health and supply chain for groundbreaking, highly integrated consumer products. This person has a business orientation and is responsible for working within the local and remote operations, engineering and software teams driving development, implementation and management of the product budget. This person is the business voice responsible for capturing, documenting and communicating financial exposures and outlay as it relates to their product. This person is also responsible for ensuring a healthy supply chain for the product. They are involved throughout all stages of the product family's lifecycle to ensure Lab126 achieve all financial targets through end-of-life. They will support weekly executive product line reviews outlining performance against budget, target and actual cost. Key job responsibilitiesAs a Materials Program Manager, you will:- Work with engineering and the supply chain team to set program cost targets for your project- Track the program actual costs versus target to identify program deltas and corrective actions to bring back on track- Attend program new product introduction meetings to understand the cost implication of engineering and/or process changes as related to you product fully loaded cost targets- Work with the OEM to set your product purchase order cost for the upcoming period- Manage purchase price variance claims resulting from engineering changes, component obsolescence or forecast variance- Drive the supply chain and operations team to provide detailed cost reduction forecast that enable you to meet and exceed your product goals- Work with the Lab126 Management team to ensure predictable, accurate forecasts for your products- Host weekly executive management cost reviews that deep dive through every aspect of your product cost- Own the Supplier Plan of Record (SPOR) and ensure that all program suppliers are competitive on cost, quality and delivery- Provide oversight of C-suppliers on the CM AVLAbout the teamThe Product Operations team provide a central point of contact into the broader Devices and Services (D&S) organization. Serving as the single threaded leader (STL), we align strategy, planning, and execution to bring the Amazon Devices innovative product vision to life.The MPM is specifically the STL for product cost and program SPOR (Supplier Plan of Record). There are two other functions within Product Operations. OPM (Operations Program Manager) who coordinates within all of Operations to deliver the committed quantity of launch units. And MM (Materials Manager) who is responsible for CTB (Clear to Build) during NPI builds.As a program manager within Amazon, the MPM engages with and drives cross-functionally across Amazon's complex device ecosystem. The MPM's closest cross-functional partners are Hardware Engineering, Product Management (PM), Finance, GCM (Global Commodities Management), SQM (Supplier Quality Management), and MPE (Manufacturing Product Engineering).BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline- 4+ years experience in the business procurement organization of a consumer market segment company- Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners ...

The AWS transportation team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain/Logistics Coordinator in Florence KY to manage the day to day transportation operations for the fastest growing industries in the world while working on projects to further enhance our operation. This is an exciting opportunity to join an energetic and driven team.AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. An ideal candidate has a background in logistics and excellent data driven problem resolution skills. They have the ability to work with external partners/influence others, pull and analyze data with ease, drive process improvements, standardize processes, and eliminate the root cause of defects within the current systems. This job will require solid communication skills while having the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.This role might be for you if:- You are passionate about warehousing operations and vendor management- Passionate about warehousing operations and process efficiency - You enjoy working with data to analyze and report complex data sets to drive optimal business decisions. (Ability to present data and use advance formulas in Excel)- You own decisions from inception to implementation.- You own continuous improvement efforts using your program management skills.Key job responsibilities- Engage in daily tactical communication with external vendors (Logistics Service Providers) and internal customers- Analyze data from numerous databases (using Excel, SQL and/or other data management systems) and perform reporting and analysis as needed- Publish performance metrics to assist with driving business results- Quickly and efficiently understand the business impact of observed trends and make decisions based on available data- Identify and eliminate root causes of defects in order to drive efficiency in Amazon’s transportation operations- Work with multiple stakeholder teams in the Supply Chain to jointly solve problems and implementing standards- Work within time constraints to meet critical business needs- Participate in large projects as a contributor or lead small projects independentlyAbout the teamAmazon 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.Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.)- 4+ years of supply chain experience ...

Amazon is seeking an industry proven and detail oriented Supply Chain Manager to support the World Wide Amazon Logistics Engineering Supply Chain team. This role will lead global supplier development to enable frugal supplier options for the Last Mile automation technologies across EU and NA, driving cost savings through vendor selection, contract negotiations, and supply chain optimization. Key responsibilities include:• Research and expand global sourcing model for automation components/systems, securing low-cost and high quality supplier options.• Define business requirements and vendor selection criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.• Partner with procurement to negotiate contracts, ensuring key contractual terms including proper IP ownership for the required technologies.• Partner with cross-functional teams to enable should-cost analysis, value engineering, and cost optimization.• Drive milestone schedules, mitigate supply chain constraints, and ensure deployment readiness.• Align warranty, support network, and spare stock needs, ensuring quality after-sale technical support.• Lead supply chain readiness for existing/approved frugal supplier to deliver safety, ergonomic, and productivity benefits.• Manage delivery and address feedback for equipment deployment, collaborating with logistics providers and vendors. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- •Bachelor's degree in operations, supply chain, business, engineering, finance, or related fields.- •5+ years experience in international strategic sourcing, supplier development, and supply chain management.- 5+ years analytical and negotiation skills, with a cost-savings mindset.- Extensive knowledge of supply chain operations, logistics, and vendor management best practices. ...

Join Amazon's dynamic environment as a Senior Supply Chain Manager, where you will play a crucial role in shaping and optimizing various facets of our operations. We have exciting opportunities across different business units, each seeking a skilled professional to lead strategic initiatives and drive process improvements in the supply chain domain. As a (Senior) Strategic Supply Chain Manager with a Procurement Background, you'll take end-to-end ownership of operations focusing on the strategic relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Product, Finance, and more, utilize your analytical prowess to identify opportunities for operational improvements, implement scalable systems, and drive automation to enhance efficiency. You will be instrumental in identifying and leading strategic sourcing activities to lower the overall total cost of ownership for Amazon operations. The team is dedicated to ensuring equipment and service availability to meet business owner requirements. We are seeking individuals who can drive sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and execute contracts. Whether you're managing transportation initiatives, overseeing cross-functional programs, or focusing on strategic projects, your impact will be visible, ongoing, and contribute directly to our commitment to being the most customer-centric company on earth.Key job responsibilities• Establish sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and execute contracts to drive cost savings.• Drive and manage supplier relationships to enhance collaboration and achieve business goals.• Manage high spend categories, being accountable for cost savings, with a minimum of $80M in category spend.• Lead strategic sourcing activities to lower the overall total cost of ownership for Amazon operations.• Develop and negotiate framework agreements to reduce risk and support local teams in project-specific needsAbout the teamThe Amazon Logistics Supply Chain team owns the supply chain set-up and readiness for all new programs and products across multiple engineering categories (equipment, fixtures consumables etc.). We bring last & middle mile's ambitious goals to life by partnering with a wide set of stakeholders in Worldwide Engineering, WHS, Design, Operations and Procurement. We program manage vendors during the design, deployment, and change management stages. We partner internally and externally to deliver program milestones, cost, quality and sustainability.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in operations, supply chain, business, engineering, finance, or related fields.- 5+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement operations experience in indirect categories.- 5+ years of demonstrated analytical skills.- Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel (vlookups, pivot tables at minimum) ...

Amazon Extra Large (AMXL) is a single-threaded organization with ownership of the end-to-end (E2E) customer experience for large, heavy, and bulky products. AMXL consolidates E2E supply chain: strategy, data analytics, tech, operations, warehousing, order fulfillment, transportation, and delivery. AMXL also offers special handling services such as Room of Choice delivery, Haul-Away, and Installation/Assembly for select items. AMXL currently operates in NA, EU, JP, and IN, with plans for further expansion.The Senior Supply Chain Manager, AMXL NA Last Mile Long Term Planning team member will own the last mile new initiative strategy and execution plan for the 1-5 year horizon, dive deep into data to optimize and integrate existing strategies, and improve quality and financial metrics within the AMXL transportation network with innovative new solutions. You are able to effectively communicate in verbal and written form to senior stakeholders, solve ambiguous problem statements with a data-oriented approach, and identify and solve gaps with innovative solutions which improve customer experience, reduce cost, and create a best in class delivery network.Key job responsibilities- Create long term Last Mile NA volume plans during each planning cycle, by collaborating with execution, short term planning, launch and finance teams to gather crucial network design inputs such as route costs, vehicle capacity considerations, network changes (site moves, closures) and define the 3-5 year jurisdiction and routing strategy.- Build, maintain, improve, and operate supply chain optimization and simulation models in partnership with SCOT and MOP internal data analytics teams while considering tradeoffs between network speed, cost, product mix, and performance across NA for a regionalized network.- Own VP level goals on Last Mile Cost per package improvements and jurisdiction optimization across all NA delivery stations.- Scope requirements and integrate new business initiatives into existing operations and develop weekly/monthly station level flows and metrics.- Create an economic model in partnership with MOP data science teams to quantify incremental capacity costs, assess customer experience impact, and optimize peaking factors. This will lead to informed and cost-effective capacity planning, balancing cost and service quality for better customer experiences.- Communicate the network design and strategic visions through whitepapers, influencing leadership teams across retail, sellers, transportation operations, technology, and planning.- Less than 10% travel required.A day in the lifeThe Senior Supply Chain Manager will own the last mile new initiative strategy and execution plan for the 1-5 year horizon, analyze data to optimize and integrate existing strategies, and improve quality and financial metrics within the AMXL transportation network with innovative solutions. You are able to effectively communicate in verbal and written form to senior stakeholders, solve ambiguous problem statements with a data-oriented approach, and identify and solve gaps with innovative solutions which improve customer experience, reduce cost, and create a best in class delivery network. About the teamAmazon Extra Large (AMXL) is a single-threaded organization with ownership of the end-to-end (E2E) customer experience for large, heavy, and bulky products. AMXL consolidates E2E supply chain: strategy, data analytics, tech, operations, warehousing, order fulfillment, transportation, and delivery. AMXL also offers special handling services such as Room of Choice delivery, Haul-Away, and Installation/Assembly for select items. AMXL currently operates in NA, EU, JP, and IN, with plans for further expansion. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership ...

Looking to be a part of the next big growth opportunity for Amazon? Want to redefine the future of Grocery Shopping? If yes then you are at the right place. Amazon Fresh is a new grocery store designed from the ground up to offer a seamless grocery shopping experience, whether customers are shopping in store or ordering a home delivery or curbside pickup online. We’ve taken our decades of operations and supply chain experience to offer our customers a wide assortment of national brands and high-quality produce, meat, and seafood along with a range of delicious prepared food consistently at low prices, available at their door step in two hours. We’ve also introduced new ways to make grocery shopping more convenient, including the Amazon Dash Cart, which enables customers to skip the checkout line, and new Alexa features to help customers manage their shopping lists and better navigate our aisles.Amazon Grocery Supply Chain team is looking for a motivated, analytical and passionate supply chain manager who can help us in improving our Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. S&OP is a critical part of the Amazon Fresh Supply Chain which is responsible for bringing efficiencies and reduce costs using data analysis, processes and visualization tools to support our growing business in the US. In this high impact role, you will collaborate with a number of Category and Operations leaders and will use data to drive discussions and gain alignment. It will require a willingness to dive into the details, solve new problems as they arise, leverage high judgment and gut instinct, look around corners, and always obsess over customers. This role requires an individual with excellent analytical abilities as well as outstanding business acumen and comfort with technical teams and systems. The successful candidate will be a self-starter comfortable with ambiguity, with strong attention to detail, and enjoying working with large scale of data. You will work side by side with a talented team of operators, product managers and software developers in an agile environment to develop product concepts, define requirements and priorities, and decide future roadmaps. This high visibility role is a great learning experience and offers candidates regular exposure to senior leaders in Amazon. Key job responsibilities- Own volume planning and forecasting for the Amazon Grocery Network in NA.- Provide Data analysis support by developing SQL queries and dashboards to facilitate business decisions among the Team.- Navigate through ambiguity, managing and coordinating multiple project assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, accepting ownership and accountability of the cross-functional processes and delivering on commitments.- Work with cross-functional teams to share the entire network business status in a timely manner.- Work closely with partner teams such as Retail, Instock, Marketing, and Operations teams to help improve volume planning for the business. - Work closely with Technology and Product teams to improve forecasting and planning models; test and validate model assumptions and outputs.A day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options3. Paid Time Off (PTO)4. 401(k) PlanLearn more about our benefits here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/internal/benefits/us-benefits-and-stockAbout the teamAmazon Grocery Logistics (AGL) Supply Chain team includes managing inbound supply chains supporting Grocery Fulfillment Centers (GFC) and Grocery Stores (GS), forecasting volume for under-the-roof operations in GFC, GS and Grocery Distribution Centers (GDC), as well as operating the end-to-end GDC supply chain connecting vendors to spokes. We aspire to provide our customers a fantastic shopping experience on both our online and physical stores by ensuring high in-stock rates, lowering customer friction where possible, improving operational excellence with enhanced predictability of network volumes, and reducing overall Cost-to-Serve (CTS).BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an advanced level, including: pivot tables, macros, index/match, vlookup, VBA, data links, etc.- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements- Knowledge of SQL at an intermediate level, including: compile queries, subqueries, aggregation/grouping, data modification, etc. ...

Amazon’s ROC, Team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Dispatch Operations Specialist to assist in the resolution of stakeholder issues of daily freight movements flowing into and out of our North American fulfillment centers and our associated fulfillment network. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team, and to have a positive impact on Amazon, our transportation partners and ultimately our customers. When network disruptions happen, you’ll be at the forefront of helping the network/transportation partners clear those issues and ensure our customers get shipments on time.An ideal candidate has a background in customer service/call center, transportation, and/or supply chain environments. Additionally, a passion for quickly providing solutions and resolution to challenges by using strong communication, problem solving and organizational skills is a must. Successful candidates will enjoy working in a fast-pace, high-volume environment with a lot of growth opportunity. They will thrive on accountability to themselves, team, carriers/drivers and work schedules! Key job responsibilities• Deliver outstanding carrier and driver experience/solutions, in a contact center environment, through researching, problem-solving, setting appropriate expectations and working within the Amazon Transportation network• Work in fast-paced environment, and adhere to schedules: start/stop, and breaks/lunches • Support workload surges and/or weather-related operations as needed to include working significant overtime during designated high-volume peaks • Use internal systems to gather data from multiple sources to support reporting on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis (AAP, Reach, Decisiv, FMC & YMS) • Work with cross-functional teams. Use analytical skills to drive data-driven decision, and effectively communicate insights to others across Transportation Operations Management (TOM), Amazon Freight Partners (AFP), and Fleet. • Provide support to field teams in driver assignment, load acceptance and driver/equipment availabilityBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 1+ years of working with computers and Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, and Excel) experience- High school or equivalent diploma- Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays- Are 18 years of age or older ...

Supply Chain Compliance LeadThe Supply Chain Compliance Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive compliance program to ensure the organization's global supply chain operations adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. This critical role requires a subject matter expert who can drive consistent compliance practices across multiple functions and geographies.Key job responsibilities- Establish and oversee the implementation of a robust supply chain compliance framework, encompassing policies, procedures, training, and monitoring mechanisms.- Regularly monitor changes in supply chain-related laws, regulations, and industry best practices (e.g., FCPA, export controls, customs requirements) and update the compliance program accordingly.- Conduct in-depth risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps and vulnerabilities within the supply chain, including evaluating supplier practices and third-party relationships.- Develop and deliver targeted training programs to educate employees, suppliers, and logistics partners on their compliance obligations and responsibilities.- Implement effective due diligence and monitoring processes to ensure the organization's supply chain partners (e.g., suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers) adhere to all relevant compliance requirements.- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., legal, procurement, logistics) to embed compliance controls into supply chain operations, such as contract terms, supplier onboarding, and shipment verification.- Serve as the subject matter expert and central point of contact for all supply chain compliance-related inquiries and issues, providing guidance and support to various stakeholders.- Analyze compliance data and metrics to identify trends, detect anomalies, and recommend proactive measures to mitigate risks.- Maintain comprehensive documentation and reporting on the organization's supply chain compliance performance, preparing for audits and regulatory reviews as needed.- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop the strategic roadmap for supply chain compliance, aligning initiatives with the organization's overall risk management and operational objectives.A day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage - Maternity and Parental Leave Options - Paid Time Off (PTO) - 401(k) Plan If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain experience- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements- 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, compliance, or a related field, with a strong focus on global supply chain compliance requirements.- Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and applying a wide range of supply chain-related laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., customs, export controls, anti-corruption).- Proven track record of developing and implementing effective supply chain compliance programs, including the design of policies, procedures, and controls.- Excellent project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills to identify and mitigate compliance risks.- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities to influence cross-functional teams and deliver compelling compliance training.- In-depth understanding of supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, and customs processes. ...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to ownAWS is looking for a talented, driven, and high analytical Materials Manager with demonstrated experience driving supply with vendors and process improvements. This individual will be responsible for leading inventory management strategies to maximize customer experience, inventory levels, and operational efficiency. Materials Management is critical to maintaining efficient manufacturing capacity and delivering the end product to our customer at the right time.As a Materials Manager you will:- Create and clearly communicate supply schedules, priorities, and status to multiple internal and external stakeholders.- Design, develop and maintain scalable and reliable analytical tools, dashboards, and metrics that drive key decisions and resource prioritization.- Serve as a key member of the AWS Infrastructure supply chain team in helping to define and deliver complex supply chain strategies.- Handle multiple projects at once, deal with ambiguity and rapidly-changing priorities.Our environment is fast-paced and requires someone who delivers results and is comfortable working with tight deadlines, changing priorities, and ambiguity.Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS’ Infrastructure Services (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-edge 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. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!About the teamDiverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWSAmazon 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.Diverse ExperiencesAmazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship and Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s or an advanced degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field. - 6+ years of work experience in supply chain, planning, procurement, manufacturing or 4+ years with an advanced degree. - 5+ years of experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, etc. - 4+ years of experience in program, project, or product management, or leading an implementation of a product. ...

Do you want to be part of the foundational team that's building new products for customers in an exciting market segment? Amazon Air Cargo is seeking a motivated Principal Supply Chain Manager, Carrier Strategy to be a core member of the Air Cargo leadership team. This position will lead the Air Cargo carrier strategy and implementation.As a Principal Supply Chain Manager, you will work with executive leaders both internally and externally. You will work across key internal teams including carrier operations, procurement, sales, and business. You will define the carrier strategy, the roadmaps and action plan, and will implement. You will be the external face of Air Cargo with carriers and will partner with carriers and internal teams to implement. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment and will be required to lead not only at the strategic level, but also tactically day-to-day by diving deeply into business and technical domains. As a multi-discipline leader, working as part of the engineering organization, you will support and finalize many decisions.Key job responsibilities- End-to-end ownership of the Cargo carrier strategy, from idea generation to implementation- Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally across multiple teams in business, operations, technology, and planning to define strategic roadmaps- Communicate and own the carrier facing implementation of the strategy- Thrive in ambiguity- Think Big and long term- Understand a wide variety of business and operational topics, as well as translate requirements into actionable plans with carriers- Manage stakeholders, influencing with and without authorityAbout the teamMeet Amazon Air, yes Amazon has its own airplanes! We delight our customers by providing super fast delivery across the widest variety of selection and customers. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 7+ years of program or project management experience- 7+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 10+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements ...

Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to effectively drive enhancement of our Supply Chain Inventory, Shipping, Receiving and Transportation strategies. In this role, you will lead projects, own value-stream KPIs, and develop mechanisms for communicating status, risk, and business challenges. The ideal candidate must be adept at cross-team coordination, project management, and analyze data, with a proven history of delivering results.Export Control License: This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.Key job responsibilities- Optimizing and managing the flow of goods within the supply chain network.- Identify and mitigate risks, preventing them from escalating into program blockers.- Evaluate and prioritize projects in conjunction with customer needs and technical team inputs.- Analyze and synthesize data to identify opportunities for enhancement of the customer experience.- Identify, drive and document improvement initiatives to help with a fast-scaling program.This position is Seattle based and will required 5 days a week in the office work schedule; this position may have up to 10% domestic travel.A day in the lifeBeing a Supply Chain Manager for Amazon Prime Air involves lots of problem solving. You’ll work with a number of teams to navigate challenges when situations impact our business. You’ll spend time resolving tactical issues and looking at the bigger picture to drive Amazon towards achieving a large-scale drone delivery service for our customers.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain experience- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements- Experience with performing/troubleshooting inventory processes within ERP systems ...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Supply Chain & Procurement (ISCaP) organization works to deliver 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. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company.The Supply Chain Planning team is looking for an exceptional TiPM (Technical Infrastructure Program Manager) to help us build on this mission as the volume of products, services, and locations continues to grow. The ideal candidate is one who thrives in ambiguity, is very customer obsessed, focused on operational excellence and is willing to take high degree of ownership for their program vision and execution of ideas. The ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, make data driven decisions, and apply good judgement to manage escalations, competing priorities, and deliverables is essential to this role. Successful candidates will be able to balance think big with realities of delivering on customer promises today. They will also have excellent analytical and creative thinking skills, and the ability to break down complex problems with no clear answers (and at times, conflicting data) into simple, innovative solutions and/or clear, measurable implementation plans. Key job responsibilities- Manage the Sales and Operations Planning process (S&OP) for a large subset of AWS Networking Infrastructure- Understand the technical requirements of our partners and work closely with the internal development teams to guide the direction of supply chain activities.- Develop new analytical models to understand the overlap between supply and demand. - Execute strategic business objectives while working with key internal stakeholders to improve the supply chain with the latest internal and external information.- Prepare and give detailed data-driven business reviews to senior management, focused on improving forecasting accuracy and associated impacts.- You will be a positive influencer across diverse teams, be able to effectively rally support for your initiatives, and be able to help deeply technical teams create simple solutions to meet your program goals.- Keys to success in this role include exceptional analytics, judgment, and communication skills.About the teamAbout AWSDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Why AWS?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.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of technical infrastructure management experience- Knowledge of best practices and emerging technologies, related to infrastructure (i.e. network, data center, hardware, software)- Experience with varying scenarios of infrastructure builds ...

Be a part of operating the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructure. Amazon Web Services is seeking bright, motivated, hardworking individuals to fill Data center Logistics Specialist positions. The ideal candidate possesses a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to Safety & Operational Excellence.Logistics Specialists monitor inventory levels to ensure that proper stock levels are maintained to support build and repair activities. They receive parts, maintain inventory, and check-out parts as needed to Data center Technicians and Engineers. They will also be responsible for loading and unloading shipments and transporting parts between different locations.This position involves frequent lifting of materials and products. Logistics Specialists will be required to keep precise records of all commodities going in and out of company. They must also maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all work spaces. They must be available to work weekend shift work.Key job responsibilitiesA Logistics Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to the following tasks:• Submission of Merchandise Returns through vendor portals• Submission of Pick up Requests• Monitoring relatable ticket queues• Correspondence with internal and external stakeholders.• Prepare materials in a warehouse / data center environment• Virtual device movement in internal inventory system• Package materials for transport• Uphold cleanliness standards and expectations• Inventory counts & auditsAdditionally, this role may require travel between multiple sites within the same geographical region in a personal vehicle.About the teamAWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.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.Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• High School or equivalent diploma • 18 years or older• Valid drivers license with reliable form of transportation ...

At Amazon, we are excited to offer graduate students the opportunity to launch into big careers with limitless possibilities. We know searching for an internship role is as much about finding a company where you can picture yourself being successful as it is about finding the right role. We look forward to meeting you and your classmates this year. As we get to know you more, we invite you to get to know us better.Key job responsibilitiesLead strategic initiatives related to network capacity within Amazon's various business units.Concentrate on optimizing and managing the flow of goods, information, or services within the supply chain network.Balance supply and demand, assess and improve the efficiency of distribution networks, warehouses, or logistics operations.Analyze and synthesize data to identify opportunities for enhancing customer experiences and operational efficiency in network capacity.Define metrics, develop program management mechanisms, and invent/simplify processes to drive decision-making in complex network capacity situations.Collaborate with stakeholders across different functions, influencing and facilitating agreements to achieve shared network capacity goals.Manage cross-functional network capacity initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement and adherence to lean philosophy at scale.Own a portfolio of cross-functional programs related to network capacity, driving performance improvement and efficiency in project delivery.Identify and deliver operational improvement opportunities in network capacity, focusing on inventory management, logistics strategy, and transportation optimization.Monitor and optimize key network capacity metrics to ensure the smooth flow of goods or services through the supply chain network.About the team-Most roles for this position will be located at Amazon’s company headquarters in Seattle, WA. Successful applicants will be expected to relocate to their team location upon starting at Amazon.-Role and team placement are based on business needs and as Amazon continues to grow and flex, we are looking for candidates who want to own, build and impact the customer experience rather than are tied to a specific role or team.-Internship start dates will be between May-June 2025 for a 12-week, consecutive internship.-For more information, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/career-programs/university/mba.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Are 18 years of age or older.- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum.- Currently pursuing an MBA or Master's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field with a graduation conferral date between December 2025 and June 2026.- 3+ years of professional work and/or military experience which occurred after the completion of your undergraduate degree. ...

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that delight our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet.Amazon Robotics is located in the greater Boston area, the epicenter of robotics innovation, with development rubs also in Seattle and Europe. Our diverse teams come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots, mechatronic systems and pack automation solutions. We design autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more. The Amazon Robotics Supply Chain and Operations organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. The Supply Chain team is seeking an experienced Sr. Global Commodity Manager for Semiconductors (FPGAs, MCUs, CPUs, ASICs, Memories and other core components) with a background in global supplier management, new supplier introduction, supplier development, and executing sourcing decisions to support new product introduction and long-term commodity strategy. The ideal candidate for this position will be self-managed and driven sourcing strategist, with experience in semiconductor industry, mapping and aligning design and technology roadmaps, experience in creating sourcing strategies, and business acumen to support engineering teams to develop latest technologies through strong vendor base, without capacity constrain, while achieving cost reduction goals. The Sr. Global Commodity Manager has an important role in ensuring their respective commodity and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications necessary for Robotics to satisfy its internal Manufacturing Operations, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain, and Hardware Engineering customers. Key job responsibilitiesThis candidate will work collaboratively with multiple business functions in a team environment and will be responsible for the following: - Managing overall supplier relationships including supplier performance, capability, capacity planning, contracting, risk mitigation, and cost and quality improvements. - Collaborating with technical operations, engineering, and program teams on new product introduction programs to define standard and custom product requirements to ensure that sourcing strategies meet the technical capabilities, cost, and business objectives. - Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for communicating forecast and capacity requirements for sustaining and new products. - Supporting the purchasing and planning teams by monitoring supplier performance and addressing supply and/or quality issues. - Aligning supplier strategies to Robotics objectives for sustaining production and new product release. - Developing a commodity and supplier technology roadmap, aligning business requirements with supplier capabilities. - Responsible for maintaining monthly supplier scorecards and conducting quarterly executive business reviews. - Periodic travel to supplier’s domestic and international manufacturing sites, approximately 25%.A day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options3. Paid Time Off (PTO)4. 401(k) Plan If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in business economics, engineering, analytics, mathematics, statistics, information technology or equivalent- 7+ years of experience in supply chain, commodity management, and supplier management in a high-volume, global manufacturing environment.- 5+ years of direct experience working with a global supply base of the relevant commodity.- Ability to review and understand engineering requirements and design documents for mechanical and electro-mechanical parts.- Experience developing, leading, and executing global supplier cost, risk, and lead time reduction strategies.- Demonstrated use of technical, analytical, and management skills to lead RFQs, supplier selection, supplier capacity planning, and supplier risk identification/mitigation in NPI programs. ...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. This position is located in Seattle, WA, Arlington, VA, or Austin, TX.Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-edge 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. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth! The AIS Power & Cooling team is looking for a results-oriented individual to own sourcing and supply management for Data Center Power & Cooling Equipment. Our Procurement Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the supply that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS. As a member of the Power and Cooling Procurement Team, you will manage the end-to-end global sourcing and supply chain for one or more of the categories that reside within the Power and Cooling Equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This role's primary responsibility is to maintain unconstrained supply on a global scale for the responsible categories and work with our internal customers and business partners to understand demand signals and drive the appropriate supply strategies to deliver continuity of supply. This has to be achieved while enabling procurement with low cost structure and flexibility in adapting to volatile demand.Key job responsibilities - Develop, implement, and manages sourcing and supply chain strategies on a global scale - Drive the strategic aspects of large complex cross-functional projects - Develop and maintain supplier capacity modeling - Understand demand inputs and position supply to support unconstrained growth at AWS scale in both the short-term and long-term horizons - Engage with global supply chain counterparts to drive leading supply chain practices and initiatives- Partner with engineering teams to drive NPI initiatives and value-engineering initiatives. - Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices - Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making - Manage supplier lead times and drive them to meet AWS business requirements - Manage supplier performance and allocation of material to demands based on priority - Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage - Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals - Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable, scalable, relative advantage in your category - Requires travel up to 15% of the yearAbout the teamDiverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWSAmazon 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.Diverse ExperiencesAmazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship and Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field- 4+ years of experience in electrical, mechanical, infrastructure or data center construction industries- 6+ years of experience in supplier performance management in sourcing and/or supply chain with direct ownership of executive-level negotiation- 6+ years experience of end-to-end supply chain management with emphasis on flexibility and scalability ...

Last Mile Engineering is searching for an innovative and solutions-oriented Mechanical Engineer / Industrial Designer to lead automation and material handling equipment (MHE) initiatives of developing next generation, world-class Last Mile transportation building designs. Are you an innovative leader that wants to design the next generation of world-class delivery station and logistics systems across the globe? Do you want a high level of ownership in solving complex problems? Does the challenge of designing systems/buildings that leverage ground breaking automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies and robotics appeal to you? If so, we have the job for you!We’re looking to add high-impact engineers to our team. In this role, you will collaborate with internal and external teams to design high-quality, cost-effective solutions for our delivery stations. Your projects will be a variety of delivery station concepts and template-based design solutions that will enhance the effectiveness of Amazon's last mile network. You will work with a team of highly skilled and highly engaged engineers in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. Ability to travel 40% to interact with internal and external business, operational and technical leaders.Key job responsibilities• Lead and coordinate design efforts to develop optimal automation/MHE equipment design solutions for the last mile network through equipment specification, material flow, process design, site layout, and intellectual property considerations.• Collaboration with internal teams and external vendors and stakeholders to generate high-quality, cost-effective solutions in very short periods of time.• Simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.• Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects, retrofits and building designs• Effective communication skills, ability to execute the vision, detailed roadmap, and specific technical solutions to make a compelling business case with senior executives.• Ability to travel up to 40% to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders.About the teamThe AMZL Central Engineering organization, designs, pilots and deploys Automation technologies within AMZL network. The team owns the full life-cycle of the automation tech from concept to pilot to full scale deployment and continuous improvement post deployment.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (or equivalent related experience)• 7+ years Experience in Mechanical Engineering or Facility design with automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.• 5+ years Experience with process design based on Lean Principles.• 5+ years Experience in Capital project management• 5+ years Experience with concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making.• 5+ years Experience with ownership/management of engineering design projects• 5+ years Experience using business/technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software ...

On the Amazon Robotics (AR) team, we build dynamic partnerships between people and intelligent machines. This intricate collaboration helps Amazon fulfill orders with unmatched accuracy. Working in symphony with our robotic technology, employees have the opportunity to extend their technical capabilities by working alongside some of the industry's most advanced technologies. This includes our fleet of autonomous mobile robots (the world’s largest), sophisticated control software, and technologies like language perception, machine learning, object recognition, and semantic understanding of environments. These technologies help employees deliver an ever-improving customer and employee experience, as well as improve the safety of our facilities. We focus on solving near term opportunities while charting a roadmap for how we will navigate the product development needs to maximize business value over the next 3 – 5 years.We are actively seeking for Sr. Manager Procurement for Amazon Robotics Supply Chain (RSC) organization. RSC organization sources, manufactures, delivers a portfolio of robotics technology globally and supports our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. RSC Procurement team is comprised of Procurement managers who are the interface between RSC teams and suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supply chain, domain expert to dive deep into the supply chain processes, along with the supply chain procurement technologies required to scale business for the next three to five years. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing a team of procurement professionals, and ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services for AR customers. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, identifies and evaluates suppliers, and drive cost reduction to ensure reliable supply and competitive pricing. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with a strong interest in developing high performance teams and contributors on those teams.You work cross functionally to identify and deliver value for AR customers. You will develop and implement procurement policies, processes, and systems to drive efficiencies and continuous improvement in the indirect procurement function. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supply chain, domain expert to dive deep into the procurement processes, along with the automation required to scale procurement function for the next three to five years.This role will require strong leadership skills and interaction/influence with teams across Amazon to drive the improvement of procurement function. The ideal candidate will be curious, have strong attention to detail, be energized by a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, be comfortable thinking big while also diving deep, will have high judgement and comfort managing senior stakeholders. Your goal is to develop/deliver innovative processes to create financial benefits through procurement. You will be a thought leader on procurement management, good communicator, and ability to build relationships with internal customers and suppliers. Key job responsibilities• Lead the strategic procurement process for a portfolio of spend categories, including analyzing demand, researching supplier markets, developing procurement strategies, and conducting competitive bid events• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and other commercial terms• Hire and Develop a strong performing Program Management organization• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders in Finance, AR, IT, and other teams to align procurement activities with the broader business needs• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and other innovations to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the indirect procurement function• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply, address issues, and identify opportunities for innovationBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 7+ years of team management experience- 9+ years of supply chain experience- 9+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- MBA- 8+ years of experience in strategic procurement or materials management- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and develop data-driven recommendations- Proven track record of successfully negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships- Proficient in procurement systems, tools, and technologies- Advanced knowledge of procurement best practices, market dynamics, and industry trends ...

The Amazon Robotics Global Logistics team is looking for a Global Transportation Manager to manage ocean and airfreight planning for freight moving from suppliers and manufacturing hubs into Amazon's new and existing fulfillment centers. This role has a vendor management component, with the candidate engaging regularly with 3PL partners and carriers.The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background that enables them to manage multiple stakeholders across different programs, a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically about supply chain initiatives and the ability to persuade senior leaders to build consensus on objectives. Knowledge of international logistics is preferred.Key job responsibilities• You will be responsible for translating demand forecasts, operational constraints and market conditions into international freight budgets and capacity plans.• You will negotiate rates for ocean, port dry operations, and airfreight with 3PLs• You will be accountable for carrier performance and ensure our partners are efficient, effective, and compliant to our operational standards.• You will develop risk management strategies for seasonal peak volumes, identify at-risk operations and proactively developing/executing contingency protocols to avoid service failures.• You will provide input on logistics strategy for the purposes of network planning and cost optimization.• You will retrieve and analyze data using Excel, Tableau, SQL or other data visualization tools.• You will partner with internal Amazon logistics solutions teams for ocean and airfreight.• You will assess available technology to support our planning processes.• Successful candidates will be excellent communicators, curious, highly motivated and effective within distributed teams.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership ...