Logistics Operations Leader

Amazon; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Transportation Area Manager to lead a team of Transportation Associates, ensuring safety, quality, productivity and on-time customer delivery in the Wilmington, IL area.

The role requires 2+ years of people management, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and flexible scheduling. Candidates should have experience with Lean processes and a strong customer-service orientation. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of employee and performance management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience.
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with site leadership on quality and Customer Experience metrics, including the root cause analysis of problem areas
• Streamline logistics in the operation through the implementation of standard work and team leadership
• Support and commit to all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates
• Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and Lean tools
• You and your team of Transportation Associates are responsible for Amazon customers receiving their orders. You are responsible for ensuring that you have properly trained people, and that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs. Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce. Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Safety compliance

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Transportation Area Manager to lead a team of Transportation Associates, ensuring safety, quality, productivity and on-time customer delivery in the Wilmington, IL area.

The role requires 2+ years of people management, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and flexible scheduling. Candidates should have experience with Lean processes and a strong customer-service orientation. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.