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Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Japan Transportation to optimize logistics through innovative projects. This role combines project management and analytical skills, with opportunities to influence large-scale transformations in Amazon's supply chain. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in analytics and project leadership, contributing to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Full-flex working style
Work-Life Harmony

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation projects.
  • Experience with advanced analytics tools and BI platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic transformation initiatives across teams.
  • Lead large-scale network optimization programs with significant business impact.
  • Drive innovation in transportation network design through advanced analytics.

Skills

Analytical skills
Project management
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Python
R
Advanced SQL

Job description

Senior Program Manager, Japan Transportation

Join Amazon Japan's Dynamic Transportation Team!
We're seeking a talented Program Manager to join JP Transportation, the core division driving Amazon Japan's transportation network.
In this strategic role, you will conduct iterative simulations in virtual environments using in-house systems to optimize transportation network performance, analyzes and identifies optimal solutions and tactical plans and execution with balancing three critical metrics: operational quality, cost efficiency, and delivery speed.
This role gives you opportunities to improve analytical and project management skills and to have a lot of chances to drive to build the gigantic Amazon’s supply chain network by yourself.
Join us to shape the future of one of Japan's largest logistics networks and contribute to Amazon's mission of being Earth's most customer-centric company!
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JP Transportationは、アマゾンジャパンの輸送計画 の立案と実行を担う部門です。より確実に荷物をお届けすること、更なる配送スピードを実現することで、お客様から信頼されるサービスであり続けることに責任を持ちます。
Senior Program Managerは、自社システムを使用し、仮想空間でのシミュレーションを繰り返すことでアマゾンの輸送ネットワークにおける品質・コスト・配送スピードの最も効率よい数字を導き出します。さらに、その結果を戦略やアクションプランとしてプロジェクト化し、関連する部署や現場オペレーションの方々とのコミュニケーションを通じてプロジェクトを短期間で実現するよう進めます。
Senior Levelであるこのポジションはより規模が大きく複雑なプロジェクトを担い、アマゾンジャパンオペレーションのリーダーとも直接関わる機会があります。深く分析するスキルと、より早く効率的に進めるためのプロジェクトマネジメントスキルを磨くことができ、世界最大級の物流オペレーションを改善し、何百万人ものお客様により良い影響を与えるチャンスがあります。
日々変化するビジネス環境の中、貴方の高い分析スキルと実行スキルによって、アマゾンの大規模なサプライチェーンネットワークの成長させることができるポジションです。
我々と一緒に日本最大級の物流ネットワークを作り、 “地球で最もお客様を大切にする企業”というアマゾンのミッションにチャレンジしませんか?

Key job responsibilities
*After the final interview is completed, we will inform you about the project and the team you will be assigned to.
*最終選考終了後、具体的にお任せするプロジェクトや配属となるチームのご案内を差し上げます。


【General responsibilities】
- Develop and execute strategic transformation initiatives for across teams
- Establish governance frameworks and KPIs for transportation network performance
- Drive strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including C-level and external partners
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex, short-term or long-term programs
- Develop and implement risk management frameworks
<JP>
- チームを横断し、大規模かつ戦略的な施策の策定と実行
- 組織全体の輸送ネットワークパフォーマンスに関するガバナンスの枠組みとKPIを確立
- リーダーシップや外部パートナーを含む主要なステークホルダーとの戦略的なパートナーシップを推進
- 短期または複数年にわたる複雑な改善プログラムを実現するためのプロジェクトの主導
- リスク管理の枠組みを策定し実装する

【Based on assignments】
- Lead large-scale network optimization programs with significant business impact
- Drive innovation in transportation network design through advanced analytics and emerging technologies
- Architect next-generation logistics solutions incorporating AI/ML and predictive analytics
- Lead organization-wide sustainability initiatives and carbon reduction strategies
- Define and execute strategies for network expansion and capability enhancement
<JP>
- 自社システムを使用し、大規模な輸送ネットワーク最適化プログラムを主導
- 高度な分析システムと最新技術を活用し、輸送ネットワーク設計における革新を推進
- AI/MLと予測分析を取り入れた次世代の物流ソリューションを設計
- 組織全体の持続可能性に関する取り組みとカーボン削減戦略を主導
- 輸送ネットワークの拡大と機能強化のための戦略を策定し実行

A day in the life
- 9:00 - Review daily action plans and check emails/messages
- 10:00 - Review sessions with upper management to strengthen planning initiatives
- 12:00 - Lunch at Amazon Cafeteria
- 13:00 – Conduct/negotiate with other team leaders to ensure all projects on track
- 15:00 - Monitor progress of implemented projects and provide follow-up as needed
- 16:00 – Propose new business opportunities based on data driven approach.
- 17:00 – Check all daily activities and prepare for the next day
<JP>
- 9:00 – 1日のアクションプランの確認、各部署との調整、メールの対応
- 10:00 – 計画を稟議にかけて案件の承認を取得
- 12:00 – 社内のカフェテリアにてハンバーガーとサラダバーのランチ
- 13:00 – 計画の実現性をより高めるために各部署のリーダーと調整や交渉
- 15:00 – 自身が提案し実施したプロジェクトの進捗を確認し、必要に応じてフォローアップ
- 16:00 - 更なるビジネス拡大への模索するためにデータ分析や提案書を作成
- 17:00 – 1日のアクションの振り返りと、翌日の準備

About the team
The JP Transportation Team brings together professionals from diverse backgrounds, including consulting, web development, and manufacturing - not just logistics. We welcome candidates regardless of their logistics experience.
We prioritize "Work-Life Harmony" and foster an environment where employees with different backgrounds can thrive together. With our full-flex working style, team members, including working parents, can easily balance their work and personal lives.
<JP>
JP Transportation Teamは、様々な業界からの中途採用者が多く在籍しています。物流業界だけでなく、コンサルティング、Web、メーカー出身など、社員のバックグラウンドは多岐にわたります。物流業界での経験や知見がない方からのご応募も歓迎です。
働き方においては、"ワークライフハーモニー"という考え方を大切にしています。異なるキャリアやバックグラウンドを持つ社員同士が互いを理解し、快適に働ける環境づくりに力を入れています。
子育て中の社員も多く在籍しており、フルフレックス制度を活用した保育園の送迎など、個々の生活スタイルに合わせた柔軟な働き方を実現できる環境を整えています。

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- English: Intermediate (able to attend internal meetings, able to negotiate internally)
- Minimum 2 years of project management experience
- Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation projects
- Advanced analytical skills including statistical modeling and predictive analytics
- Demonstrated experience in building and leading large teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in global logistics operations and digital transformation initiatives
- Advanced certifications (PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, CSCP)
- Experience with advanced analytics tools (Python, R, Advanced SQL) and BI platforms
- Track record of successful P&L management
- Experience in merger integration or large-scale organizational transformation

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.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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