Amazon - Bellevue, WA

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Bellevue, WA
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Short Term Linehaul SS&O Senior Supply Chain Manager role at Amazon Transportation Services is a pivotal position that focuses on optimizing the transportation network to ensure efficient demand execution planning. This role is designed for individuals who are passionate about data analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will work closely with various stakeholders, including research scientists, data scientists, software teams, and program managers, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain dynamics within the Amazon Middle Mile network. The primary goal is to create a strategic plan that minimizes costs while ensuring the continuity of supply and enhancing customer satisfaction. In this role, the manager will be responsible for analyzing industry trends and network performance to identify opportunities for improvement in the demand execution plan. This includes leveraging system-level tools to optimize resource allocation and ensure timely delivery to customers. The manager will also oversee the full lifecycle of complex cross-functional programs, driving initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reduce risks associated with demand fluctuations. The position requires a strong analytical mindset, as the manager will need to validate commitments to the demand execution plan and drive improvements based on data-driven insights. The ability to influence stakeholders and foster collaboration across teams is crucial, as the manager will work to align processes and technology decisions with the overall goals of the Linehaul business. Additionally, the role involves developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and communicate results to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability in achieving quarterly objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with key internal and external stakeholders to determine the optimal network level demand execution plan.
  • Analyze industry trends and network performance to identify demand execution plan variation opportunities.
  • Manage network level demand execution plan and allocation to ensure optimal on-time customer delivery.
  • Drive demand execution plan optimization initiatives to lower liquidity risks and improve customer delivery.
  • Influence supply team stakeholders' processes and technology decisions for continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the lifecycle of complex cross-functional programs with significant organizational impact.
  • Define program objectives, analyze data, and drive improvements based on metrics.
  • Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment to understand business problems and limitations.
  • Coordinate resources needed to achieve quarterly goals with various teams.
  • Communicate the impact of critical business initiatives to program managers and executive teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of data analysis experience
  • 5+ years of program or project management experience
  • Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements
  • Experience owning program strategy and communicating results to senior leadership
  • Experience in complex problem solving in tight schedule environments
  • Experience working cross-functionally with tech and non-tech teams
  • Intermediate knowledge of Excel (e.g., pivot tables, nested logical/IF formulas)
  • Familiarity with SQL and building queries.

Nice-to-haves

  • Master's degree or MBA in a related field
  • 3+ years of driving process improvements experience
  • 5+ years of data analysis experience
  • 8+ years of program or project management experience
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel (e.g., advanced pivot tables, array formulas).

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
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