DescriptionAmazon Transportation Services (ATS) is looking for a Senior Program Manager with a strong delivery record and proven project management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional, and technology projects and programs within Amazon Transportation Services. This role will enable you to scope and create project plans, develop processes, coordinate and drive execution, and communicate executive presentations to senior management on status, risks and proposed changes. Cross functional coordination, project management, and experience with data mining, data analysis, Microsoft Excel, and SQL skills are essential.Key job responsibilities
Develop program expansion strategy and own top-level business goals
Write business plans/proposals to champion new initiatives
Run data analysis and simulations of operational scenarios to influence optimal program decisions
Earn trust with internal and external partners, and balance competing priorities in a rapidly changing environment
Development of the overall program strategy, tactically driving teams in and outside of your organization to deliver
Own program communication, accelerating progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, clearing blockers (e.g., path to green), escalating as appropriate
Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, boundary conditions and reasons behind leadership decisions
Partner with customers, internal/external teams, and engineering teams to determine what projects move forward and in what priority order
Oversee gaps between teams, processes and systems, helping teams reduce exposure to classic failure modes
Work with program managers, business leaders and executive team to communicate, impact critical business initiatives and drive delivery of results
Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for a portfolio of programs, providing visibility to the milestones, and performance across all projects and using this data to drive/influence
A day in the lifeYou will create and manage new programs, strategies, and initiatives to improve key metrics that increase the amount of driving and the quality of driving we can offer Amazon. In order to accomplish this, you will generate strategy documents and plans, developed alongside horizontal stakeholders, and presented to senior leadership to get approval to make impactful changes to our organization. You will problem solve, influence decisions, and strive for measurable goals that make an impact.About the teamThe Driving Products team provides end to end review of TOM’s driving services, requirements and needs. Driving Products is responsible for defining the driving capabilities TOMY offers to ATS Supply Planning, managing intake and prioritization of driving efforts, and operationalizing driving initiatives through coordination with TOM and ATS stakeholders.Basic Qualifications
5+ years of program or project management experience
Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
Bachelor's Degree or 2+ years of Amazon experience
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of driving process improvements experience
Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
Quantitative experience with process overhaul, cross-functional management, and lean six sigma fundamental usage.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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 $104,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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.
