Transport Manager - Dortmund, Transportation Associate Programme (TAP) (m / w / d) - Amazon Deu[...]

Amazon Deutschland W25 Transport GmbH - K84; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ein führender internationaler Logistikdienstleister sucht einen Transportation Area Manager für die Überwachung und Optimierung der Transportoperationen in Nordrhein-Westfalen. Der Kandidat wird dafür verantwortlich sein, das Team zu leiten, die Prozesse zu verbessern und für ein sicheres Arbeitsumfeld zu sorgen. Die Rolle erfordert Führungskompetenz, umfassende Erfahrung in der Transportbranche und fließende Englisch- und Deutschkenntnisse. Das Unternehmen bietet eine dynamische, technologiegestützte Arbeitsumgebung mit Wachstumsmöglichkeiten.

Qualifikationen

• Erfahrung in der Leitung großangelegter Transportoperationen.
• Erfahrung mit Leistungskennzahlen und Prozessverbesserungen.
• Fähigkeit zur unabhängigen Entwicklung skalierbarer Lösungen.

Aufgaben

• Sicherstellung der Sicherheit des Teams und Förderung der Gesundheitsstandards.
• Wahrung der Engagement- und Motivationsstandards innerhalb des Teams.
• Zusammenarbeit mit interdisziplinären Teams und Einhaltung von Qualitätsstandards.

Kenntnisse

Führungskompetenz

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Überzeugungskraft

Ausbildung

Abschluss in relevanten Bereichen

Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Masterabschluss in relevanten Fächern

Jobbeschreibung

Über uns Operations is the beating heart of Amazon. This key part of our business makes sure we fulfill and dispatch orders efficiently so that our customers get their items on time.

Position: Transportation Area Manager

As a Transportation Area Manager, you will be a responsible and accountable leader for a team of associates within Germany. You will oversee operations and engagement during your shift, aiming to optimize associates' experience and performance, focusing on load planning, efficiency, and safety.

This team is entrepreneurial, wears many hats, and works in a highly collaborative environment. We seek candidates with a safety-focused, customer-obsessed background in transportation and logistics, experienced in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Scope and Vision

The TAP scope includes executing Over the Road journeys (middle mile linehaul) and Shunting with Amazon Associates trained to become fully qualified TAP Drivers (TD). Our vision is to provide a world-class employment experience in a modern, technology-driven environment prioritizing safety.

Our mission is to deliver a safe, sustainable, profitable, and top-tier transport operation supporting Amazon’s growth and offering new career paths. The team is expanding rapidly across the German Network, providing opportunities within management and the transportation industry.

Work Environment and Travel

The team will spend time between the office in Dortmund (1-2 days/week) and four sites within the DTM cluster (DTM1, DTM2, DTM9, PAD1), with travel reimbursement for personal car mileage. Full onboarding and training will be provided, including travel to the UK for shadowing with experienced teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure team safety and promote Amazon’s Health and Safety standards.
• Maintain high engagement and motivation within your team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and uphold process quality standards.
• Drive process improvements, analyze root causes, and implement solutions.
• Support project management and system rollouts, providing feedback.
• Monitor daily metrics, report exceptions, and ensure fleet and driver compliance.
• Travel within the cluster to oversee operations.

A Day in the Life

You’ll work in shifts at one of our sites, focusing on safety, quality, and performance. Your role includes managing operations, improving processes, and mentoring new managers. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends, is required due to the 24/7 operation.

Location & Business Travel

Travel across four Amazon facilities in Dortmund is expected, with a typical schedule of 1-2 days in the office and the rest at facilities. Flexibility to start and end your day at different locations is necessary.

About the Team

The Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team plays a vital role using air, sea, and road transport, as well as sortation centers, to ensure efficient delivery. The team leverages data for decision-making, prioritizes safety, and strives for innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale transport operations and managing people.
• Degree and valid Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Experience with performance metrics and process improvements.
• Ability to develop scalable solutions independently.
• Proficiency in English and German (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in relevant fields.
• Experience with contingent workforce during peak seasons.
• Experience with a commercial road haulage permit.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity. If you need accommodations during the application process, please visit our website for support. We value your passion and skills in building a diverse and inclusive workplace.