Launch Program manager, Amazon Now, Amazon Now Launch (Fulfillment & Operations)

Amazon; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Saudi Arabia is hiring a Launch Program Manager to oversee the launch of new facilities. The role requires strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate across teams. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of program management experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and advanced knowledge of Excel and SQL. If you have a passion for operational excellence and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply now!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of program or project management experience.
• 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data.
• Ability to travel within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Work backwards from the customer to scope and define program requirements.
• Demonstrate high ownership to drive multiple actions simultaneously.
• End-to-End project coordination with stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

Launch Program manager, Amazon Now, Amazon Now Launch

Are you interested in launching the next generation of Amazon FC's in the region? Do you want to be part of the ongoing growth and expansion of Amazon’s network? The key to this mission is strategic, large scale project management initiatives that will allow us to scale our organization for the future in an extraordinary manner. The Launch team is seeking a qualified candidate with a strong delivery record and proven project management experience to own strategic and tactical, cross-functional operations projects associated with the launch of the new FCs. The launch manager will own scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, mitigating schedule risks, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks, and process/product changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and communication skills are essential.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Work backwards from the customer to scope and define program requirements and critical milestones
• Demonstrate a high level of ownership to drive multiple time sensitive actions items simultaneously through multiple teams
• Own Program trackers to communicate progress and updates to internal/external stakeholders
• Problem solve with a high degree of ambiguity and operating in a rapidly evolving and changing landscape
• End-to-End project coordination, managing multiple stakeholders to ensure all Road to Launch tasks are completed as per program
• Collaborate and influence team members, work with internal and external stakeholders, and present projects to senior leadership on a regular basis
• Gathering and analyzing data on launch performance results
• Establish and develop initiatives to support expansion strategies

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of program or project management experience
• 2+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
• 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
• Bachelor's degree or above
• Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
• Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to drive improvements
• Ability to travel within Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology
• Experience in MS Access and SQL
• Experience in requirement gathering and ability to write clear and detailed requirement document

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