Area Manager II, IXD Operations

Amazon; Unidad Habitacional CIDECO; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Company - Servicios Comerciales Amazon Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. is launching its first Inbound Cross Dock (IXD) in Mexico. The Area Manager will lead multiple hourly teams, coach other managers, and ensure safety, quality, attendance, and performance across operations.

You will drive strategic initiatives, optimize processes, maintain SLAs, and enable timely customer deliveries while implementing new technologies to boost efficiency across the network.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of employee and performance management experience.
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• 3+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience.
• Experience in oral and written communication in English.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple departments/areas of hourly associates through coaching and performance management.
• Drive strategic initiatives and implement innovative solutions to improve efficiency across areas and shifts.
• Analyze data and metrics to identify trends, develop action plans, and drive improvement projects affecting multiple departments.
• Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery across operations.

Skills

Employee management

Performance metrics

English communication

Lean methods

Education

Bachelors degree

MBA

Tools

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Our MXCF Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for seasoned, customer-focused leaders who want to join our team as an Area Manager at our new Inbound Cross Dock (IXD) - the first of its kind in Mexico. This state-of-the-art facility represents a significant milestone in Amazon's expansion in Latin America, featuring new processes and innovative cross-docking solutions.

In this role, you will lead multiple teams of hourly workforce and will be responsible for developing and coaching other managers while ensuring the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance, and performance across operations. You will drive strategic initiatives and optimize processes while maintaining service level agreements and delivery expectations. Your scope includes ensuring inventory is efficiently processed and distributed from vendors to our Fulfillment Centers (FCs) at the right time and in the right quantities, supporting the broader Amazon fulfillment network and ultimately enabling timely customer deliveries. You will also be responsible for implementing new technologies and processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead multiple departments/areas of hourly associates through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Drive strategic initiatives and implement innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency across multiple areas/shifts.
• Analyze complex data and metrics to identify trends, develop action plans, and drive continuous improvement projects that impact multiple departments.
• Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promise at a broader scope while ensuring standardization across operations.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with all support teams including Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, Human Resources to develop and execute long-term strategies.
• Create and maintain performance management tools to drive accountability.
• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud.
• Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather.
• Continuously climb and descend stairs .(applies to sites with stairs)

A Typical Day Might Look Like This

• Begin with a comprehensive review of cross-departmental metrics and KPIs from previous shifts.
• Lead multiple area huddles to align goals, safety priorities, and operational strategies.
• Conduct Gemba walks across various departments to identify process improvement opportunities and ensure standardization.
• Drive problem-solving sessions to address systemic issues affecting multiple areas.
• Develop and implement process improvements to optimize productivity and quality.
• Lead critical projects that impact multiple operational areas.

You’ll be instrumental in shaping the future of our operations while maintaining day-to-day excellence across various departments.

About The Team

We're launching an exciting new operation in Mexico - our first Inbound Cross Dock (IXD) in the country! This represents a significant milestone in Amazon's growth in Latin America, and you'll be part of the founding team that will shape the future of our upstream operations in the region.

This team will play a crucial role in Amazon's supply chain network, managing the efficient flow of vendor and sellers shipments to multiple Fulfillment Centers across Mexico. We're focused on operational excellence, innovative solutions, and continuous improvement as we establish this key node in our logistics network that will streamline the receiving and distribution process of the inventory products.

If you're energized by the idea of being a founding member of a new operation and want to make your mark on Amazon's growth in Mexico, we want to hear from you!

Inclusive team culture

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Work Life Balance

We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.

Mentorship & Career Growth

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of employee and performance management experience
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
• 3+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
• Experience in oral and written communication in English
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, engineering, analytics or related field
• MBA, or Master's degree
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma

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Company - Servicios Comerciales Amazon Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V.

Job ID: A10522000