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**This is a 12-month fixed term contract**

The Worldwide Environment team utilizes science-based approaches to lower Amazon's environmental impact across our global operations. We focus on developing scalable solutions in waste reduction, water conservation, circular economy, and biodiversity protection. Our work directly contributes to Amazon's Climate Pledge and environmental commitments making meaningful and measurable impacts in the communities in which we operate.

We're seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to drive critical waste reduction and circular solutions initiatives across our global operations. This strategic role will directly impact Amazon's environmental footprint across our fulfillment centers, transportation network, and retail operations.

Working at the intersection of sustainability, operations, and innovation, you'll collaborate with senior leadership to develop and scale programs that revolutionize how Amazon manages waste and resources. You'll be responsible for creating and implementing frameworks that drive measurable environmental improvements while maintaining operational excellence across our worldwide facilities. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on global sustainability practices while working with cutting-edge technologies and diverse stakeholders across Amazon.

A successful Program Manager must be able to work independently, be comfortable with ambiguity, and influence internal/external partners at all levels of the organization. This role particularly suits someone with strong analytical abilities, relationship building skills, and project management capabilities.

Key job responsibilities
• Manage the development and execution of waste prevention and diversion programs
• Work with diverse and senior stakeholders to develop, coordinate, and implement waste prevention and diversion frameworks into the business
• Use analytical tools to evaluate program impact and available data
• Own recommendations for sustainability-related solutions, including business cases to get buy-in from senior stakeholders

- Experience in program or project management
- Bachelor's degree
- Program management experience in sustainability or environmental initiatives
- Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder environmental projects
- Proficiency in data analysis tools

- Master's degree
- Experience leading waste management, circular economy, or environmental programs
- Knowledge of global environmental regulations and compliance requirements
- Strong stakeholder management and influence skills
- Excellence in written and verbal communication

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