Yard Area Manager - Oelde
Yard Area Manager - Oelde
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22-06-2025
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The Yard Area Manager is responsible for managing yard operations in coordination with Dock Receive and Ship teams to ensure FIFO processing and mitigate Customer Experience Risks at Amazon. Were working to be the most customer centric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people.
The EU Transportation Operations Management team is seeking an Area Managers in PAD1 to manage the yard operations in our yards. If you thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment we might be your perfect match. We dont like to sit still which is why we always treat every day like its day one. Its that kind of spirit that drives our success now and in the future. And you could be part of it. An ideal candidate has a background in transportation operations and has excellent program management skills.
He/she has the ability to lead and mentor people; analyze data and make sound recommendations in an often ambiguous environment. One of the main responsibilities in this role is to standardize and improve processes; while analyzing and eliminating root cause of defects within the current systems. This job will require exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence change at a local (facility) and global level.
We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build.
By submitting your resume and application information you authorize Amazon to transmit and store your information in the Amazon group of companies world-wide recruitment database and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.
Key job responsibilities
Partner with Site leadership to improve Safety On-time Performance of trucks in and out of yards and Customer Experience metrics
Channel communication between multiple stakeholders to streamline flow of trucks in the yard to ensure on-time arrival and departure of trucks
Accountable to report yard performance to the local site leadership identify root causes for structural issues and drive resolution with multiple stakeholders
Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and implementation of Lean tools
Work within various time constraints to meet critical business needs; while measuring and identifying activities performed.
Ability to work some weekend shifts as needed (this team provides tactical support to Amazons fulfillment network 6 days/week).
A day in the life
Youll work on a shift pattern at one of our sites making sure it is as productive as it can be. Your main focus will be to own and drive a culture of safety and uphold quality and shift performance standards. Youll also oversee process improvements within your area and drive implementation. A typical day is varied including everything from routine team management and daily operational responsibilities to process improvement and wide-scale operational contingency tasks. Youll also be a role model and mentor to new managers.
About the team
Customer Fulfilment or CF is where it all started for Amazon. CF has scaled up from a humble team of booksellers to a sophisticated global team which handles more than 1.5 million orders every day. The team is the foundation of our business and its efforts have helped us diversify across new regions and services. With the help of emerging technology were always looking for ways to offer a bigger better product range delivered quickly and affordably.
The CF team are the first people in the chain that helps customers get products at the speed were known for. Were based in Fulfilment Centres which are at the heart of Amazons fast-paced Operations network. Our centres are sometimes referred to as the First Mile because its where most Amazon packages start their journey. We help to manage dynamic inventory and facilitate speedy deliveries round the clock.
Lots of different people work in our Fulfilment Centres so there are plenty of opportunities for every skillset. Some of us work with physical products while others analyse data to help everyone across the business make smart decisions.
- A degree
- Relevant experience in people management
- Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders including your peers and leadership
- Relevant experience in using data or anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions
- Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English and local language
Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above wed love to hear from you.
- Experience working with Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen techniques
- Experience working in another logistics environment
- Relevant experience working with the MS Office suite (Word Excel Outlook) in a professional environment
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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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.
The EU Transportation Operations Management team is seeking an Area Managers in PAD1 to manage the yard operations in our yards. If you thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment we might be your perfect match. We dont like to sit still which is why we always treat every day like its day one. Its that kind of spirit that drives our success now and in the future. And you could be part of it. An ideal candidate has a background in transportation operations and has excellent program management skills.
He/she has the ability to lead and mentor people; analyze data and make sound recommendations in an often ambiguous environment. One of the main responsibilities in this role is to standardize and improve processes; while analyzing and eliminating root cause of defects within the current systems. This job will require exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence change at a local (facility) and global level.
We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build.
By submitting your resume and application information you authorize Amazon to transmit and store your information in the Amazon group of companies world-wide recruitment database and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.
Key job responsibilities
Partner with Site leadership to improve Safety On-time Performance of trucks in and out of yards and Customer Experience metrics
Channel communication between multiple stakeholders to streamline flow of trucks in the yard to ensure on-time arrival and departure of trucks
Accountable to report yard performance to the local site leadership identify root causes for structural issues and drive resolution with multiple stakeholders
Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and implementation of Lean tools
Work within various time constraints to meet critical business needs; while measuring and identifying activities performed.
Ability to work some weekend shifts as needed (this team provides tactical support to Amazons fulfillment network 6 days/week).
A day in the life
Youll work on a shift pattern at one of our sites making sure it is as productive as it can be. Your main focus will be to own and drive a culture of safety and uphold quality and shift performance standards. Youll also oversee process improvements within your area and drive implementation. A typical day is varied including everything from routine team management and daily operational responsibilities to process improvement and wide-scale operational contingency tasks. Youll also be a role model and mentor to new managers.
About the team
Customer Fulfilment or CF is where it all started for Amazon. CF has scaled up from a humble team of booksellers to a sophisticated global team which handles more than 1.5 million orders every day. The team is the foundation of our business and its efforts have helped us diversify across new regions and services. With the help of emerging technology were always looking for ways to offer a bigger better product range delivered quickly and affordably.
The CF team are the first people in the chain that helps customers get products at the speed were known for. Were based in Fulfilment Centres which are at the heart of Amazons fast-paced Operations network. Our centres are sometimes referred to as the First Mile because its where most Amazon packages start their journey. We help to manage dynamic inventory and facilitate speedy deliveries round the clock.
Lots of different people work in our Fulfilment Centres so there are plenty of opportunities for every skillset. Some of us work with physical products while others analyse data to help everyone across the business make smart decisions.
- A degree
- Relevant experience in people management
- Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders including your peers and leadership
- Relevant experience in using data or anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions
- Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English and local language
Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above wed love to hear from you.
- Experience working with Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen techniques
- Experience working in another logistics environment
- Relevant experience working with the MS Office suite (Word Excel Outlook) in a professional environment
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
m/w/d
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.
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