Senior Transportation Leader — Lean Ops & People Growth

Amazon Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in Washington's Kent area seeks an experienced operations leader to oversee a large, mixed workforce across multiple fulfillment centers. You will drive leadership development, Lean improvements, and scalable staffing while preparing for long-term career growth through cross-FC assignments.

The ideal candidate has direct management experience in manufacturing/logistics, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environment
• Experience with performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean methodologies
• Experience with the full staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions and terminations
• Candidates must be flexible to work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situation
• Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
• Prior leadership development training or participation
• Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
• Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization

Skills

People management

Performance metrics

Lean methodologies

Staffing lifecycle

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Amazon in Washington's Kent area seeks an experienced operations leader to oversee a large, mixed workforce across multiple fulfillment centers. You will drive leadership development, Lean improvements, and scalable staffing while preparing for long-term career growth through cross-FC assignments.

The ideal candidate has direct management experience in manufacturing/logistics, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends.