Description
Join Amazon's dynamic environment as a Supply Chain Manager with a planning background, where you will play a crucial role in shaping and optimizing various facets of our operations, concentrating on managing the flow of goods, information, or services within the supply chain network.
We have exciting opportunities across different business units, each seeking a skilled professional to lead strategic initiatives and drive process improvements within our supply chain network. As a strategic Supply Chain Manager, you'll take end-to-end ownership of operations, emphasizing capacity planning, logistics optimization, network design, and analysis of operational efficiency.
In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business, operations, program management, product, finance, and more. Utilize your analytical prowess to identify opportunities for operational improvements, implement scalable systems, and drive automation to enhance efficiency, with a particular focus on optimizing the physical flow and operations within the supply chain network. Whether you're managing network capacity 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
Lead 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.
A day in the life
Your day starts with a global team standup where you'll review network performance metrics and identify any immediate optimization needs across international transportation lanes. Throughout the day, you'll:
Lead strategic planning sessions with cross-functional stakeholders to align on network capacity initiatives and performance targets
Analyze real-time data streams to identify bottlenecks and optimization opportunities within inbound freight systems
Collaborate with regional teams to implement and monitor new transportation solutions that enhance network fluidity
Partner with technology teams to develop and refine automated planning systems that improve resource utilization
Conduct deep-dive analyses of key performance indicators to drive data-backed decisions for network improvements
Between coordinating with global partners and driving strategic initiatives, you'll find yourself constantly innovating and problem-solving to enhance Amazon's vast logistics network. The role offers a unique blend of strategic thinking and tactical execution, where you'll see the direct impact of your work on Amazon's global supply chain efficiency.
About the team
We are passionate innovators within Amazon's Global Logistics organization, focused on revolutionizing how goods move across international networks. Our diverse team brings together expertise in supply chain management, data analytics, and operational excellence to create scalable solutions that transform traditional logistics paradigms.
We foster a culture of experimentation and continuous learning, where team members are encouraged to think big and challenge conventional approaches. Our collaborative environment thrives on data-driven decision-making and embraces complexity as an opportunity for innovation. By joining our team, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to optimizing Amazon's global supply chain while maintaining our customer-centric focus.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
5+ years of supply chain experience
3+ years of program or project management experience
Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
5+ years of forecasting, designing or modeling supply chains
MS Excel: Intermediate - V-lookups and Pivot Tables at minimum.
SQL: Basic - utilize to extract, manipulate and analyze data.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
Experience of Six Sigma/Lean analytical techniques
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!
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $103,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
