Supply Chain Operations Specialist, Process Operational Excellence Team (POET)

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Specialist to join their Process Operational Excellence Team. In this role, you will drive operational excellence and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance supply chain efficiency. The position requires a strong background in program management and process improvement, along with a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in program management, process improvement, and project execution.
• 2+ years in supply chain, procurement, planning, manufacturing, finance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal customers to resolve supply chain challenges.
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance operational excellence.
• Guide capacity delivery planning and execution.

Skills

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, Business, Supply Chain or related quantitative discipline

Job description

Supply Chain Operations Specialist, Process Operational Excellence Team (POET)

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Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion

Join our dynamic supply chain team where you'll shape the future of global operations while solving fascinating logistics challenges. Your innovative solutions will directly impact millions of customers worldwide through our expanding network of products and services.

Why You Will Enjoy It

In this highly visible and critical role, you will be the voice of the customer in developing operational excellence plans and work extensively with AWS teams including operations, engineering, product management, and finance to help grow the business. You will use your operational and analytical skills to set a vision for the future, translate this vision into reality, and innovate on behalf of our customers. You will have ownership, not just responsibility. In addition, you will be part of a growing, fast paced, and fun team.

Key job responsibilities

Key Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal customers to resolve supply chain challenges and nurture stakeholder relationships
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance operational excellence
• Provide thoughtful communication and status updates to stakeholders
• Guide capacity delivery planning and execution
• Foster cross-functional partnerships to drive continuous improvement
  
  

A day in the life

You'll engage with diverse teams to address supply chain opportunities, monitor performance metrics, and ensure smooth order execution. Your role connects manufacturing, transportation, and installation teams while serving as a trusted advisor for operational excellence.

About The Team

We are a collaborative group of problem solvers who support each other in delivering exceptional results. Our team includes process improvement specialists and data analysts who work together to enhance the customer experience. We value diverse perspectives and celebrate innovative solutions that drive our business forward.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Diverse Experiences

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, Business, Supply Chain or related quantitative discipline
• 4+ years of experience in program management, process improvement, and project execution
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, planning, manufacturing, finance or related field
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and improving global supply chains
• International business experience
• Import/export logistics knowledge
• Familiarity with supply chain modeling and statistical analysis tools
• Understanding of data center infrastructure and supply chains
  
  

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $55,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $120,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.


Company - Amazon Web Services, Inc.

Job ID: A2973937

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Management, and Product Management

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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