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Key Highlights
- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Senior Transportation Manager to lead operations and enhance customer experience. You'll be responsible for strategic planning and operational excellence within the TOM teams. This role requires strong leadership and operational management skills.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a proven track record in transportation management, with at least 5 years of experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment. Your ability to balance strategic planning with execution is key to your success, and you thrive on driving operational excellence. You are skilled in coaching and mentoring team members, fostering a culture of engagement and leadership development. Your analytical mindset allows you to effectively manage budgets and operational goals, ensuring that safety and productivity are prioritized. You are adept at identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing projects that enhance efficiency across the organization.
Desirable
Experience in logistics or supply chain management is a plus, as is familiarity with data-driven decision-making processes. You are comfortable working with cross-functional teams and have a knack for networking with other leaders to share best practices and drive results. Your strategic thinking enables you to forecast labor needs and plan for peak seasons effectively, ensuring that your team is always prepared to meet customer demands.
What you'll do
As a Senior Transportation Manager at Amazon, you will own the operational budget for your functional area, focusing on safety, productivity, and financial planning. You will lead a team of Operations and Area Managers, driving employee engagement and building leadership capabilities within the TOM organization. Your role will involve strategic long-term planning, where you will forecast labor needs and prepare for peak seasons. You will spearhead continuous improvement projects aimed at optimizing operations and enhancing productivity, working closely with your team to solicit ideas and address challenges. Your leadership will be crucial in achieving operational excellence and exceeding business objectives, as you collaborate with other leaders across the network to implement strategic initiatives that have a wide-ranging impact.
What we offer
At Amazon, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, financial, and other perks designed to support your well-being and career growth. We value our employees and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and collaboration, allowing you to make a significant impact on our operations and customer experience. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe in the potential of every candidate to contribute to our mission.
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