Logistics Operations Lead - PPF (2nd Shift), Leo, PPF Logistics

Amazon•Merritt Island, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity. Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Project Kuiper's Payload Processing Facility (PPF) is seeking an experienced logistics professional to assist with every day activities listed below in both Florida as well as in French Guiana. This role is expected to travel up to 25% of the time internationally. This position is for 2nd shift. Successful candidates must also be able to pass the federal security checks to receive an access badge to Kennedy Space Center. Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we are building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Innovation is part of our DNA. Our goal is to be Earth's most customer centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of art in space-based systems design and wireless system.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
3+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience, or Bachelor's degree
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach
Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks
Valid Driver’s license and able to satisfy Amazon driver eligibility criteria
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Passport
Ability and willingness to comply with the Government of French Guiana which mandates that travelers receive vaccinations for yellow fever
3+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience, or Bachelor's degree in logistics, business, or related field
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Role requires up to 25% travel

Nice To Haves

Experience prioritizing and handling multiple assignments at any given time while maintaining commitment to deadlines, or experience with end-to-end project management
Can communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
Experience in team leadership
Experience with enterprise systems including SAP, Oracle, and custom applications
Experience working proactively and independently, meeting deadlines, and delivering on projects and tasks
Experience in warehouse operations and logistics or equivalent
Knowledge of supply chain management concepts - forecasting, planning, sourcing, optimization and logistics or equivalent
Previous dangerous goods training/knowledge

Responsibilities

Write, review, and provide feedback on team-related SOPs related to warehousing and inventory activities at the PPF
Receive Kuiper managed and supplier shipments
Use proprietary software and ERP systems to virtually receive and manage material
Execute functional requirements of global trade and transportation management software requirements
Provide guidance and expertise in logistics related discussions
Accurately track and account for all inventory located at the PPF warehouse to include cycle counts
Efficiently deliver material to PPF stakeholders, both physically and virtually
Coordinate trailer or container movements within the PPF Yard
Receive, schedule, and coordinate inbound deliveries
Meet operational metrics related to warehouse receiving and inventory activities
Effectively communicate high priority matters with Transportation leadership
Shift schedule will vary, depending on production/launch schedules
Operate equipment including: forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and hand cart