Principal Audit Project Manager Governance and External Affairs
Principal Audit Project Manager Governance and External Affairs
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At Amazon we strive to be Earths best employer. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. As a member of our Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team you will have an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to that goal and grow a safe environment for our customers and employees.
We are looking for a Principal Audit Project Manager to oversee audit activities across Amazons Worldwide Operations with a focus on the external audit program and project management of the internal audit program. In this high visibility role you will build relationships with senior leaders and execute strategy to scale across WHS auditing while driving improvements throughout the program and company. Our WHS Audit team is crossfunctional and you will manage a wide range of thirdparty contractors across multiple regions. We are seeking an individual with a strong project management and audit background. Join us and take your audit project management leadership experiences and innovative ideas to the next level.
This role has regular interaction with various business units across Amazon and requires strong interpersonal and communication skills. You must be an excellent writer who can succinctly communicate complicated technical and operational issues in business terms. You must be comfortable developing strategy and performing in a highly collaborative environment and working with your peers to accomplish joint projects and meet the objectives of WHS. You must be a strong project manager who can manage endtoend audit projects and borrowed resources often managing multiple projects at once.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate high judgement clear communication creative approaches the ability to think big and a consistent track record of delivering results. You will thrive in a collaborative diverse and dynamic environment and you will effectively work autonomously in an ambiguous environment and be able to lead and develop cross functional teams.
This role requires ability to travel up to 30.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and lead the strategy and for the external audit program across Amazons Worldwide Stores business.
End to End (E2E) project management of the global internal audit program to ensure standardization and of key milestones are met and achieved throughout each step in the audit process
You will be responsible managing a budget including soliciting bids submitting of purchase orders and reconciliation of budgets
You will oversee a portfolio of external audits and will mentor and support audit managers and lead auditors to help them scope plan and execute highquality and impactful audits which address the most important opportunities/risks.
You will insist on the highest standards for your team and your audits and you will be able to dive deep into every audit area apply broad technical knowledge sound business judgment and partner with key stakeholders.
You will understand complex business processes system workflows and technology to be able to identify the full range of risks relevant to the businesses and to help guide business owners in defining effective and valueadded risk mitigation plans.
A day in the life
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 fulltime employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
About the team
The incumbent must be an effective communicator and be able to send clear concise and consistent messages both verbally and in writing and possess excellent program management skills. This individual needs to be an expert in audit and project management. They must also have an applied understanding of global safety regulations codes and harmonized consensus standards.
Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or other related fields from an accredited university
10 years of environmental health and safety experience
7 years of audit experience
7 years of program or project management experience
7 years of delivering cross functional projects experience
7 years of managing analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience
Advanced degree in a relevant field of study
Relevant certifications (e.g. CSP CIH NEBOSH)
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Familiarity with relevant frameworks (e.g. ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001
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 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 $124900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $206500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.
We are looking for a Principal Audit Project Manager to oversee audit activities across Amazons Worldwide Operations with a focus on the external audit program and project management of the internal audit program. In this high visibility role you will build relationships with senior leaders and execute strategy to scale across WHS auditing while driving improvements throughout the program and company. Our WHS Audit team is crossfunctional and you will manage a wide range of thirdparty contractors across multiple regions. We are seeking an individual with a strong project management and audit background. Join us and take your audit project management leadership experiences and innovative ideas to the next level.
This role has regular interaction with various business units across Amazon and requires strong interpersonal and communication skills. You must be an excellent writer who can succinctly communicate complicated technical and operational issues in business terms. You must be comfortable developing strategy and performing in a highly collaborative environment and working with your peers to accomplish joint projects and meet the objectives of WHS. You must be a strong project manager who can manage endtoend audit projects and borrowed resources often managing multiple projects at once.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate high judgement clear communication creative approaches the ability to think big and a consistent track record of delivering results. You will thrive in a collaborative diverse and dynamic environment and you will effectively work autonomously in an ambiguous environment and be able to lead and develop cross functional teams.
This role requires ability to travel up to 30.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and lead the strategy and for the external audit program across Amazons Worldwide Stores business.
End to End (E2E) project management of the global internal audit program to ensure standardization and of key milestones are met and achieved throughout each step in the audit process
You will be responsible managing a budget including soliciting bids submitting of purchase orders and reconciliation of budgets
You will oversee a portfolio of external audits and will mentor and support audit managers and lead auditors to help them scope plan and execute highquality and impactful audits which address the most important opportunities/risks.
You will insist on the highest standards for your team and your audits and you will be able to dive deep into every audit area apply broad technical knowledge sound business judgment and partner with key stakeholders.
You will understand complex business processes system workflows and technology to be able to identify the full range of risks relevant to the businesses and to help guide business owners in defining effective and valueadded risk mitigation plans.
A day in the life
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 fulltime employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
About the team
The incumbent must be an effective communicator and be able to send clear concise and consistent messages both verbally and in writing and possess excellent program management skills. This individual needs to be an expert in audit and project management. They must also have an applied understanding of global safety regulations codes and harmonized consensus standards.
Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or other related fields from an accredited university
10 years of environmental health and safety experience
7 years of audit experience
7 years of program or project management experience
7 years of delivering cross functional projects experience
7 years of managing analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience
Advanced degree in a relevant field of study
Relevant certifications (e.g. CSP CIH NEBOSH)
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Familiarity with relevant frameworks (e.g. ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001
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 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 $124900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $206500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.
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