Global Strategic Planning & Programs Lead

Amazon; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Strategic Planning Program Manager (SPM) in North America to drive process initiatives and lead high-impact programs across Amazon’s North American network. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strategic problem solving, and collaboration with engineers, designers, and operations teams.

Candidates should be comfortable with ambiguity, travel up to 50%, and relocation to a corporate office within commuting distance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of program or project management experience.
• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements.
• Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other STEM field.
• Experience developing operational processes and data insights.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Excel and SQL.
• Experience building and maintaining business reporting frameworks, dashboards, or KPI tracking systems.
• Position includes travel up to 50% (Nationwide). Travel involves air travel to regional airports and driving to site locations.

Responsibilities

• High degree of organization – manage and prioritize scope and coordinate meetings.
• Dealing with Ambiguity & Strategic Problem Solving – find creative solutions and own the workaround.
• Written and Verbal Communication – write documents and presentations for leadership.
• Business & Data Analytics – use data to drive strategic decisions and improve operations.
• Program/Product Management – lead programs and products from planning to completion.

Skills

Program management

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or STEM

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Strategic Planning Program Manager (SPM) in North America to drive process initiatives and lead high-impact programs across Amazon’s North American network. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strategic problem solving, and collaboration with engineers, designers, and operations teams.

Candidates should be comfortable with ambiguity, travel up to 50%, and relocation to a corporate office within commuting distance.