Sr. Economist, Topline Forecasting
Sr. Economist, Topline Forecasting
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Where will Amazons growth come from in the next year What about over the next five What are the drivers and factors of such growth Are we investing enough in our infrastructure or too much How do our customers react to changes in prices product selection or delivery times These are among the most important questions at Amazon today. The Forecasting team in the Supply Chain Optimization Technologies (SCOT) organization is dedicated to answering these questions using quantitative and statistical methods. We build accurate predictive models and deploy automated software solutions to provide forecasting insights to business leaders at the most senior levels throughout the company.
Economists in the Forecasting Macroeconomics & Finance field document interpret and forecast Amazon business dynamics. This position is well suited for economists adept at combining timesseries statistical methods with strong economic analysis and intuition. It could be a good fit for candidates with research experience in: macroeconometrics and/or empirical macroeconomics; international macroeconomics; timeseries econometrics; forecasting; financial econometrics and/or empirical finance; and the use of micro and panel data to improve and validate traditional aggregate models.
Economists at Amazon are expected to work directly with our senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems faced across Amazon. The Forecasting Macroeconomics & Finance field utilizes methods at the frontier of economics to develop formal models to understand the past and the present predict the future and identify relevant risks and opportunities. For example we analyze the internal and external drivers of growth and profitability and how these drivers interact with the customer experience in the short medium and longterm. We build econometric models of dynamic systems using our world class data tools formalizing problems using rigorous science to solve business issues and further delight customers.
PhD in economics or equivalent
Experience in econometrics (e.g. program evaluation forecasting time series panel data or high dimensional problems) economic theory and quantitative methods
Experience in analytics and applied economics
Experience in developing and executing an analytic vision to solve businessrelevant problems
Experience in building statistical models using R Python STATA or a related software
Experience in industry consulting government or academic research
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 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 $143300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247600/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.
Economists in the Forecasting Macroeconomics & Finance field document interpret and forecast Amazon business dynamics. This position is well suited for economists adept at combining timesseries statistical methods with strong economic analysis and intuition. It could be a good fit for candidates with research experience in: macroeconometrics and/or empirical macroeconomics; international macroeconomics; timeseries econometrics; forecasting; financial econometrics and/or empirical finance; and the use of micro and panel data to improve and validate traditional aggregate models.
Economists at Amazon are expected to work directly with our senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems faced across Amazon. The Forecasting Macroeconomics & Finance field utilizes methods at the frontier of economics to develop formal models to understand the past and the present predict the future and identify relevant risks and opportunities. For example we analyze the internal and external drivers of growth and profitability and how these drivers interact with the customer experience in the short medium and longterm. We build econometric models of dynamic systems using our world class data tools formalizing problems using rigorous science to solve business issues and further delight customers.
PhD in economics or equivalent
Experience in econometrics (e.g. program evaluation forecasting time series panel data or high dimensional problems) economic theory and quantitative methods
Experience in analytics and applied economics
Experience in developing and executing an analytic vision to solve businessrelevant problems
Experience in building statistical models using R Python STATA or a related software
Experience in industry consulting government or academic research
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 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 $143300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247600/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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