Returnship Program UK (FTC) , Amazon Operations

Amazon Jobs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is launching its Returners Program to support individuals returning to work after an 18-month break. This paid 9-month opportunity offers coaching, mentorship, and professional development in a flexible environment. Candidates from various sectors are encouraged to apply, particularly those with project management and supply chain backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity to restart your career and connect with industry leaders, with potential for a permanent role pending performance.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced employees

Flexible working options

Access to training and networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• You have been out of the workplace for 18+ months.
• Experience in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 9-month paid employment opportunity.
• Receive specialized coaching to support your return.
• Leverage your skills and grow your network.

Skills

Microsoft Office suite

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Data analysis

Process improvement

Customer relationship management

Online merchandising

Sales/Business Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree

Job description

Overview

Amazon Operations – corporate middle mile is partnering with Career Returners to launch their Returners Program! The aim is to support those who have been out of the workplace for 18+ months to flexibly re‑start their career and develop their skills and experience in a progressive environment.

What you can expect from the program

• A 9‑month paid employment opportunity
• Specialized coaching from Career Returners to support your return to the workplace
• A mentor from a relevant Amazon employee affinity group
• A buddy to assist you in learning and development
• Access to a curated suite of training and learning opportunities
• Program of learning and networking opportunities with leaders from Amazon EU operations – ATS
• An opportunity to work in a role that will leverage your skills, update your resume with new experience, and grow your network
• The possibility of a permanent role, based on your performance, at the end of the programme.

Amazon offers flexible working options, including hybrid office/home working. All flexible working requests will be considered on a case by case basis with the manager at the end of the program.

Who is Amazon EU Operations for?

You will be an experienced professional who has the right to work in the country for which you are applying, and who has had a career break of 18+ months prior to joining the program in March/April of 2026. You may have been working small‑scale around other commitments or not done any paid work during this period.

You will be interested in joining a values‑led business, embracing the Amazon Leadership Principles and kick‑starting the next chapter of your career.

Amazon EU Operations is keen to hear from people whose previous careers were in a number of sectors including, but not limited to, retail, FMCG, transportation and logistics, financial services, consulting and advertising.

All candidates must have the right to work in the destination country by the first day of employment.

About the team

Amazon Operations – corporate are part of the wider Amazon Operations structure. Specifically, Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) is responsible for operational excellence and strategic planning in the middle mile ensuring that every Amazon parcel is delivered to the customer in the most efficient and customer centric manner, using various means of transportation, utilising our sortation and delivery stations. The corporate structure of this organisation is made up of, but not limited to, supply chain professionals, program and product managers, process improvement specialists and business development specialists.

Amazon is guided by their 16 Leadership Principles which include: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long‑term thinking. Amazon strives to be Earth’s most customer‑centric company, Earth’s best employer, and Earth’s safest place to work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams
• Experience in English‑language communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience working with stakeholders
• You have been out of the workplace for 18+ months
• Experience in a relevant field
• Experience in project/program management, supply chain, and/or inventory management
• Experience in a business analyst, data analyst or equivalent role
• Experience partnering with product and program management teams
• Experience in process improvement
• Experience with operations/supply chain
• Experience managing customer relationships
• Experience in Sales/Business Development or Account Management roles
• Experience in online merchandising and email campaigns
• Experience managing large amounts of data, including customer segments and online campaign metrics
• Experience building strategic relationships with stakeholders, including communicating and collaborating across teams and functions
• Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

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