Amazon
Principal Program Manager, Global Logistics, Business Operations
Amazon, Bellevue, Washington, us, 98009
Description
Join Amazon's Global Logistics team as a Principal Program Manager, driving major new logistics product launches for import and domestic transportation businesses. You'll lead cross-functional teams to implement strategic growth initiatives, ensuring successful expansion of our freight forwarder product and key service areas. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to shape the future of global logistics, working with diverse teams and senior leadership to deliver innovative solutions that enhance Amazon's transportation network.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and execute complex project plans for major growth initiatives
Lead cross-functional workstreams, including finance, legal, operations, and marketing
Create and implement Go-To-Market strategies for new product launches
Manage stakeholder communications and provide regular updates to VP-level leadership
Identify and mitigate risks across multiple interdependent workstreams
A day in the life
Your day might involve collaborating with business teams on new proposals, coordinating with partner teams on compliance solutions, aligning tech and program dependencies, and making strategic decisions to keep deliveries on track. You'll balance multiple priorities, from providing implementation guidance to developing pricing strategies and operational readiness plans.
About the team
The Global Logistics Business Operations team is at the forefront of Amazon's transportation innovation. We focus on expanding our global reach, enhancing customer experiences, and optimizing our logistics network. Join us in revolutionizing the way products move around the world, creating solutions that benefit millions of customers and sellers globally.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/internal/benefits/us-benefits-and-stock
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in management, business administration, economics, engineering, marketing
7+ years of program or project management experience
7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
Experience managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership
Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization
Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Proficiency in data analysis and using metrics to drive decision-making
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
Preferred Qualifications
Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality
MBA
PMP certificate
5+ years of experience working in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations
Experience with global logistics operations and international trade regulations
Knowledge of Amazon's logistics network and e-commerce operations
Proven ability to launch new products or services in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $124,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $206,500/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.
Join Amazon's Global Logistics team as a Principal Program Manager, driving major new logistics product launches for import and domestic transportation businesses. You'll lead cross-functional teams to implement strategic growth initiatives, ensuring successful expansion of our freight forwarder product and key service areas. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to shape the future of global logistics, working with diverse teams and senior leadership to deliver innovative solutions that enhance Amazon's transportation network.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and execute complex project plans for major growth initiatives
Lead cross-functional workstreams, including finance, legal, operations, and marketing
Create and implement Go-To-Market strategies for new product launches
Manage stakeholder communications and provide regular updates to VP-level leadership
Identify and mitigate risks across multiple interdependent workstreams
A day in the life
Your day might involve collaborating with business teams on new proposals, coordinating with partner teams on compliance solutions, aligning tech and program dependencies, and making strategic decisions to keep deliveries on track. You'll balance multiple priorities, from providing implementation guidance to developing pricing strategies and operational readiness plans.
About the team
The Global Logistics Business Operations team is at the forefront of Amazon's transportation innovation. We focus on expanding our global reach, enhancing customer experiences, and optimizing our logistics network. Join us in revolutionizing the way products move around the world, creating solutions that benefit millions of customers and sellers globally.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/internal/benefits/us-benefits-and-stock
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in management, business administration, economics, engineering, marketing
7+ years of program or project management experience
7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
Experience managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership
Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization
Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Proficiency in data analysis and using metrics to drive decision-making
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
Preferred Qualifications
Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality
MBA
PMP certificate
5+ years of experience working in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations
Experience with global logistics operations and international trade regulations
Knowledge of Amazon's logistics network and e-commerce operations
Proven ability to launch new products or services in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $124,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $206,500/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.