Program Manager I, Global Logistics Imports

Amazon; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Program Manager in Tempe, AZ to own strategic and cross-functional programs across multiple verticals. Responsibilities include scoping, planning, process development, execution, and executive updates on status and risks.

The role requires strong analytics, stakeholder management, and ability to drive customer-centric programs across internal and external partners. A background in logistics or supply chain is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related field.
• 2+ years of program or project management experience.
• Intermediate Excel skills: pivot tables, charts, lookups, data cleansing.
• 2+ years developing program strategies and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements.
• Experience owning end-to-end delivery and communicating results to leadership.
• Experience cross-functionally with tech and non-tech teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee cross-functional programs, ensuring successful delivery.
• Develop and refine program strategies, effectively leading teams.
• Set clear objectives for programs, leveraging data analytics to drive improvements.
• Navigate ambiguities in business scenarios, applying creative problem-solving.
• Foster collaboration with internal and external partners to optimize resources.
• Evaluate and prioritize projects with customer needs and tech inputs.
• Bridge gaps in team dynamics, processes and systems to prevent pitfalls.
• Identify and mitigate risks and avoid major issues.
• Regularly communicate with senior managers and stakeholders to support initiatives.
• Develop, implement and oversee KPI reporting for a program portfolio.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Excel skills

Project scoping

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain / related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

Amazon is looking for a Program Manager with a strong delivery record and proven project management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional and technology projects and programs across multiple verticals. This role requires scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks and process/product changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. The ideal candidate will leverage extensive project management experience, combined with deep analytical capabilities and a keen sense of innovation, to lead complex projects from conception to completion.

Amazon is looking for a Program Manager with a strong delivery record and proven project management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional and technology projects and programs across multiple verticals. This role requires scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks and process/product changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. The ideal candidate will leverage extensive project management experience, combined with deep analytical capabilities and a keen sense of innovation, to lead complex projects from conception to completion.

Amazon supports vendors, sellers, and third-party partners around the globe. As a Program Manager with Amazon, you will have the opportunity to develop the business requirements and influence the success of these partners. In this role, you will own operational programs related to our vendors, and third-party partners and work to resolve operational issues. As a program manager you will work cross-functionally to drive customer centric programs. This role requires a deep need for stakeholder management, an ability to synthesize data and information, and communication across internal and external partners.

Key job responsibilities

• Manage and oversee various cross-functional programs, ensuring successful delivery.
• Develop and refine program strategies, effectively leading and motivating teams.
• Set clear objectives for programs, leveraging data analytics to drive improvements and achieve metrics.
• Navigate and resolve ambiguities in business scenarios, applying creative problem-solving skills.
• Foster collaboration with internal and external partners to optimize resource allocation and project success.
• Evaluate and prioritize projects in conjunction with customer needs and technical team inputs.
• Bridge gaps in team dynamics, processes, and systems, preventing common project pitfalls.
• Identify and mitigate risks, preventing them from escalating into major issues.
• Regularly communicate with senior managers, business leaders, and other stakeholders to support key business initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and oversee KPI reporting for a program portfolio, ensuring clear visibility of milestones and project performance.
• Manage and communicate project budgets effectively.

About The Team

Global Logistics Imports optimizes speed and cost, we execute the timely movement of freight from global manufacturing hubs cross-border into Amazon’s international marketplaces for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) sellers and retail direct import vendors. Leveraging the capabilities of world-class logistics providers and internal Amazon supply chain solutions, Global Mile increases selection and lowers cost for our customers.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, innovative, hands-on, and customer-obsessed Carrier Manager that can manage the origin service of Amazon’s import networks. As a Carrier Manager, you will be responsible for the operational setup and execution of the origin service of the Amazon import supply chain that meets our customers’ needs while satisfying performance and budget goals.

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

Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/internal/benefits/us-benefits-and-stock

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
• 2+ years of program or project management experience
• Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.)
• 2+ years of developing program strategies and plans, diving execution, and influencing senior stakeholders experience
• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
• Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
• Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology
• Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
• Experience in project management including resource planning, managing schedules, reporting project status and prioritizing tasks
• 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,

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.

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Company

Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10490680