Description
The AWS Cloud Logistics team seeks an experienced Supply Chain professional to join our Florence, KY location. In this role, you'll manage transportation operations for one of the world's fastest-growing industries while driving continuous improvement projects to optimize our operations. Join our dynamic, data-driven team and be part of an exciting opportunity to shape the future of cloud logistics.
AWS Infrastructure Services is the backbone of Amazon's cloud computing operations. We are responsible for every aspect of AWS's global infrastructure - from design and planning to delivery and operations. Our team ensures millions of customers have uninterrupted access to AWS services by managing data centers worldwide, including all servers, storage systems, networks, and critical facility infrastructure. We tackle complex supply chain challenges at an unprecedented scale, optimizing thousands of variables to keep the cloud running smoothly. We're seeking innovative problem-solvers who are ready to help shape the future of global cloud infrastructure.
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.
The ideal candidate brings a strong transportation background paired with exceptional data-driven problem-solving abilities. We seek someone who can effectively collaborate with and influence external partners while demonstrating expertise in data analysis and interpretation. The successful candidate will drive process improvements, implement standardization, and systematically eliminate root causes of operational defects. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and thrive in our dynamic environment. This role combines strategic thinking with
This role is perfect for you if you:
Have a passion for both international and domestic transportation logistics
Thrive on analyzing complex data sets and translating them into actionable business insights, particularly using advanced Excel formulas and data visualization
Take full ownership of projects, driving decisions from initial concept through successful implementation
Excel at program management and have a proven track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives
Key job responsibilities
Partner with external Logistics Service Providers and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless operations
Extract and analyze data from multiple databases to monitor business performance and generate actionable insights
Create and distribute key performance metrics to drive strategic business decisions
Demonstrate quick analytical thinking to assess business trends and make data-driven decisions
Lead root cause analysis initiatives to optimize Amazon's transportation operations and eliminate inefficiencies
Collaborate across Supply Chain teams to develop and implement standardized solutions
Effectively manage time-sensitive deliverables while maintaining high quality standards
Spearhead medium to large-scale projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives
About the team
About the team
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.
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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
3+ years of supply chain, forecasting, manufacturing, sourcing/procurement, or vendor 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
Bachelor's degree
Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Proven experience in multi-modal transportation operations (ground, air, and ocean)
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
3+ years of driving process improvements experience
Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
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