Transportation Area Manager

Amazon.com, Inc.•Woodburn, OR

49d•$70,000 - $100,000

About The Position

At Amazon, we are working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and dependable people. Amazon is seeking Transportation Area Managers to work throughout the country. Amazon is one of the most recognizable brand names in the world and we distribute over a billion shipments each year to our loyal customers. Four key areas that you'll always focus on are the safety, quality, customer experience, and productivity of your department. Key responsibilities include: You and your team of Transportation Associates are responsible for Amazon customers receiving their orders. You are responsible for ensuring that you have properly trained people, and that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs. Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce. Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises. In addition, one of the most important aspects of your job is to lead change at internet speed because innovation has made us the global company that we are today. Amazon offers competitive packages, growth potential and a challenging and inclusive work environment. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 $70,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $100,000/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.

Requirements

2+ years of employee and performance management experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Nice To Haves

1+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
Experience managing a team of 20+ employees
Experience with process improvements (Lean process, Kaizen, and/or Six Sigma)
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.
Industry experience in: retail, F&B, military, manufacturing, automotive, biotech, electronics, energy, instrumentation, machinery, defense/aerospace, medical, cosmetics, production or distribution environments.

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
You and your team of Transportation Associates are responsible for Amazon customers receiving their orders.
You are responsible for ensuring that you have properly trained people, and that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs.
Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce.
Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises.
lead change at internet speed because innovation has made us the global company that we are today.