Supply Chain Manager at Amazon

oProvides Logistics support across major operations company-wide (Perishables Purchasing)oContributes to development of the organizations overall supply and logistics strategy.oSupports various launch activities by performing services including:Attends and participates in regional national and inter-team meetingsMaintaining OneNote updates (SOPs)Forecasting - LogisticsoIdentifies evaluates and capitalizes on opportunities to reduce costs by improving buying patterns and supply channels through collaboration with purchasingoAccurately manages email flow maintains good records of communications and provides documentation as required to support inquiries and help with issue resolutionoCompiles data ensures accuracy and performs in-depth analysis as neededoAnalyzes and interprets data results and communicates findings to the teamoCommunicates all relevant information and keeps everyone on the same page at all times; fosters collaboration with the group to lower cost of goods to WFMoAssists with the development of new reporting tools to be used by buying teams (global and regional to support purchasing operational needs and executive decision-making)oPrepares materials and supports buyer communication as neededoMonitors the functional activity processes and outcomes; recommend areas for continuous improvementoWith oversight performs the truck forecasting tasks particularly for holiday planningoAssists with managing transportation carriersoSupports team leadership by communicating truck planning issues interpreting weekly reports and resolving arrival conflictsoCommunicates represents and upholds WFMs core values and business philosophy to Team Members and vendor/supply/carrier partnersoProvides data and works as liaison for WFM Purchasing teamoMonitors the trucking and delivery schedules to proactively identify potential issues and conflicts for all regionsoWorks with trucking delivery storage and other stakeholders to resolve issues.oReviews periodic reports for patterns trends and systemic issues; communicating improvement recommendations to Senior Team Leader oDrives improvement in key performance metrics such as order fill rate on-time delivery inventory turns service levels at shelf returns and inventory levels versus budget.oTracks and reports on key metrics on a regular basis.oResponsible for daily tracking of load status while in transit understanding and documenting dwell time at pick up and delivery locations.oEnsures optimal use of processes and policies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the Transportation Management System (TMS)oMaintains complete and accurate records of all transactions and projections.oAssist with planning and execution of Transportation Procurement RFPsKey job responsibilitiesoAdvanced knowledge of inventory management carrier relations ordering and disposition processes and standardsoAdvanced proficiency with standard ordering delivery trucking and transportation practices and procedures.oExcellent mathematical skillsoAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.oStrong desire to enable others to achieve successoComfortable with ongoing shifts in demands and prioritiesoClarifies and handles multiple concurrent and diverse activitiesoExcellent client service skillsoConveys and or consults on issues of moderate to significant complexityoRegularly interacts with colleagues or customers up to the senior leadership leveloProvides process and policy advice to Team Members and clients/customersoReceives general direction work may be completed without pre-established proceduresoResolves complex issues escalated from TMsoProvides direction and coaching for TMsoApplies analytical skills to evaluate and interprets complex situationsoPresents problem analyses and recommends solutions in a creative and logical manneroHandles a diverse range of issues requiring evaluation of a variety of factors including business trendsoPossesses deep understanding of the WFM organizations structure hierarchy and approval levelsoUnderstands and influences the types and timing of various departmental deadlines and eventsoUnderstands how Logistics decision and recommendations may impact third-party business and operations- 2 years of program or project management experience- 1 years of supply chain experience- Bachelors degree or equivalent or 2 years of Amazon experience- Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology- Experience in MS Access and SQL- Experience in requirement gathering and ability to write clear and detailed requirement documentAmazon 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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt 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 $57800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $106100/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Inventory Control,Procurement,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,SAP Supply Chain Management,Production Planning,Supplier Management,ERP Systems,Materials Management,Logistics,Manufacturing,MRP Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Supply Chain Management Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 57800 - 106100