Regional Transportation Operations Leader

Amazon Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC is seeking a Transportation Operations Manager to oversee operations at multiple sites within a defined region. The role emphasizes driving process improvements, ensuring safety and quality, and motivating teams to meet aggressive deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in management, a relevant degree, and flexibility to work varied hours, including nights and weekends. Travel up to 50% is expected. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in employee and performance management.
• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years Amazon experience.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Experience leading a team of 2+ salaried and 70+ indirect employees.
• Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma process-improvement experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering/Operations/Logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Transportation Area Managers across sites to streamline logistics.
• Ensure safety, quality, performance and customer experience in your region.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities per company policies and procedures.
• Strategic planning, forecasting, and coaching to meet operational goals.
• Mentor, train and develop teammates for career progression.
• Share best practices across shifts and the network.

Skills

Employee management

Lean techniques

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering/Operations/Logistics degree

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC is seeking a Transportation Operations Manager to oversee operations at multiple sites within a defined region. The role emphasizes driving process improvements, ensuring safety and quality, and motivating teams to meet aggressive deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in management, a relevant degree, and flexibility to work varied hours, including nights and weekends. Travel up to 50% is expected. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided.