Transportation Operations Leader

Amazon Jobs

Byhalia (MS)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 91,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking Transportation Area Managers to oversee teams across multiple sites, focusing on safety, quality, customer experience, and productivity. You will lead 20+ associates, drive Lean initiatives, partner with site leadership, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining a safe, inclusive workplace.

The role requires strong communication, a track record of process improvements, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

2+ years of employee and performance management experience.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.
Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma process improvements.
Experience managing a team of 20+ employees.

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.