Transportation Operations Manager, AWS Cloud Logistics

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 163,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks an experienced Transportation Manager to lead North America and Latin America last mile operations in ACL. You own the physical supply chain for AWS hardware delivery to data centers globally and drive scalable, data‑driven transportation strategies.

The role demands analytical thinking, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with carriers and internal teams. You will mentor staff and shape regional priorities while partnering with senior leadership to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or related field.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, Quicksight.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing or sourcing environments.

Responsibilities

• Own transportation within NALA, establishing workflows, procedures, and metrics.
• Manage a team of transportation specialists, coordinating day‑to‑day operations to deliver shipments on time and with high quality.
• Communicate with carriers, internal customers, and cross‑functional teams across the supply chain.
• Analyze data (Excel, SQL), publish performance metrics, and present to senior leadership.
• Define and drive accountability for transportation KPIs based on trends and data.
• Shape last mile strategy, resolve escalations, and fix defects at root cause.
• Create scalable SOPs; drive automation and process simplification with partners.
• Lead projects and program-manage regional/global operational priorities.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Process improvement

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

Excel

Pivot Tables

SQL

Tableau

Quicksight

Macros

Job description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking an experienced and strategic Transportation Manager to lead North America and Latin America (NALA) last mile transportation operations within AWS Cloud Logistics (ACL). This role owns the physical supply chain for AWS hardware delivering critical infrastructure components to data centers across the continents and abroad. You'll join a fast-moving, cross-functional team at the intersection of supply chain strategy and data center infrastructure delivery, managing day-to-day transportation operations while shaping the strategy that scales them.

An ideal candidate brings a background in transportation, freight forwarding, or logistics, paired with excellent data-driven problem resolution skills. They can influence teams, pull and analyze data with ease, drive process improvements, standardize operations, and eliminate the root causes of defects within current systems. This role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment.

Key job responsibilities

• Own transportation within NALA establishing workflows, procedures, and metrics
• Manage a team of transportation specialists, coordinating day-to-day operations to deliver shipments efficiently, on time, and at the highest quality of service
• Communicate effectively with carriers (LSPs), internal customers, and cross-functional stakeholder teams across the supply chain
• Analyze data (Excel, SQL), publish performance metrics, and deliver business reviews to senior leadership to improve transit times and service levels
• Define and drive accountability for transportation KPIs, acting on trends and available data
• Shape last mile supply chain strategy, resolve complex escalations, and eliminate root causes of defects
• Create scalable mechanisms and SOPs; drive automation and process simplification with partner teams
• Lead projects, support senior leadership initiatives, and program-manage regional/global operational priorities
• Understand partner technical requirements and coordinate with internal and external teams to drive fulfillment services
• Write documents cross-functionally and present at senior leader document reviews
• Mentor and coach team members; serve as the team's escalation point
• Own the COE review process, engage in AWST hiring (MGHD) and org planning, and level-set expectations with business partners

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of related industry experience
• 2+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in supply chain management, engineering, business management or other relevant field
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, macros, SQL, visualization tools - Tableau, Quicksight, etc.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments
• Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
• Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company
• Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or above in business administration, finance, economics, computer science, data science, engineering, or other related field
• 5+ years of working in data centers or critical infrastructure experience

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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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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