Amazon

Description

Sr Transportation Project Manager is responsible for leading and orchestrating comprehensive peak period preparation strategies across the transportation network, working closely with S&OP, topology, network design, configuration teams in addition to transportation peak captains to ensure optimal network performance during high-volume periods.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead medium and short-term peak planning initiatives, aligning transportation capacity with forecasted demand
• Collaborate with S&OP teams to develop integrated peak readiness plans across all transportation miles
• Analyze and optimize network configurations and topology to meet peak period requirements
• Ensure network connections and nodes are properly configured and ready for increased volume
• Design and implement contingency plans for potential capacity constraints
• Oversee capacity planning and resource allocation across various transportation teams
• Monitor and assess network performance metrics to identify potential bottlenecks
• Lead transportation peak readiness and war rooms meetings

About the team

Operational Excellence team drives end to end performance success and continuous improvement. At its core, the team maintains a strong process orientation coupled with a data-driven decision-making approach, ensuring all improvements are measurable and impactful. Their customer-focused mindset guides their efforts to optimize operations while maintaining service quality. The team excels in cross-functional collaboration, breaking down departmental silos to implement comprehensive solutions, and leverages various problem-solving methodologies. With a clear results orientation, they develop and implement standardized best practices while managing operational risks. Our holistic approach to operational excellence ensures sustained growth and competitive advantage.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
• Experience in employee and performance management
• Speak, write, and read fluently in English
• Experience with VBA, Python, SQL, or other database language
• Experience in project and program management
• Experience with operations/supply chain

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with performance metrics and process improvement and Lean techniques

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.