Early Life Cycle Manager, Early Life Cycle Management

Amazon; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Amazon seeks an ELM Project Manager to lead end-to-end project lifecycles for new launches in the Central RME team. You will coordinate engineering, product, and operations to deliver on time with high quality, while developing detailed plans and risk mitigation strategies.

Role requires up to 75% nationwide travel and working from a corporate office when not traveling. Relocation assistance may be provided and eligibility varies by location.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial engineer, operations engineer, manufacturing engineer, or project engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio and MS Project.
• Experience with automated material handling systems, packaging technologies and storage solutions.
• Understanding of performance metrics such as OEE, downtime, throughput or quality.
• Experience with third-party vendor management is a plus; Six Sigma/lean manufacturing knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete project lifecycle for new launches, including requirements gathering, planning, and deployment.
• Own large-scale engineering projects from planning through installation, commissioning, and launch support.
• Assess and communicate project status; escalate risks and delays across teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations to define scope, objectives, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed plans, schedules, and milestones with clear cross-functional ownership.
• Create risk mitigation and business continuity plans with site RME teams.
• Plan resources and coordinate project teams for on-time delivery.
• Support RME qualification processes and vendor management as needed.
• Prepare launch plans for new sites and assist field teams with executions.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk mitigation

Data-driven decision-making

Manufacturing metrics understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Visio

AutoCAD

VBA

SQL

Job description

DescriptionAt Amazon, we strive to be the most customer-centric company on earth. We are seeking a dedicated ELM Project Manager to join our Central RME (Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering) team and help us achieve this goal. As an ELM Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing end‑to‑end project lifecycles for new launches within our RME division. This position requires deep expertise in project management, strong technical acumen, and the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure on‑time delivery and high‑quality outcomes. This role requires up to 75% nationwide travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided. If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Key job responsibilities

• Manage the complete project lifecycle for new launches, including requirements gathering, planning, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and successful deployment.
• Own large‑scale engineering projects from planning and design through installation, commissioning, qualification, and launch support.
• Assess and communicate project status, driving escalations on potential risks and delays across multiple teams.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and operations teams to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones, ensuring effective communication and coordination across all stakeholders.
• Create Business Continuity and Risk Mitigation plans with site RME teams to allow seamless handover to Construction or Operations Engineering.
• Conduct resource planning and allocation for project teams.
• Support the expansion and execution of the RME qualification process, including vendor management and feedback.
• Prepare and deliver RME launch plans for new sites and support the RME field team in executing launch activities.
• Continuously aim for improved safety, equipment uptime, efficiency, cost management, quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability within Amazon.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full‑time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial engineer, operations engineer, manufacturing engineer, or project engineer in a manufacturing environment experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and MS Project) at an advanced level
• Knowledge of automated material handling systems, packaging technologies and storage solutions
• Knowledge of performance metrics such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), downtime, throughput, or quality
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, VBA, and SQL at the intermediate level
• Experience working with and managing third party vendors
• Experience with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing

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

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.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, GA, Atlanta - 76,600.00 - 114,900.00 USD annually

USA, NY, New York - 84,300.00 - 126,400.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Irving - 76,600.00 - 114,900.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 76,600.00 - 114,900.00 USD annually

Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10486151