Program Manager Project Management Office, JP Launch & Expansion

JP L&E PMO drives innovation and operational excellence by leveraging economies of scale and global best practices to support hundreds of projects in AMZLs rapid expansion across Japan. This is a pivotal time to joinour increasing scope and
responsibilities are fueling team growth creating opportunities to shape how we scale and operate. As a PMO team
member youll apply diverse skills to enhance project execution and operational effectiveness. Close collaboration with
cross-functional teams and external stakeholders provides high visibility and the chance to drive meaningful impact.

About Amazon Japan Operations
Amazon Japan Operations (JP Ops) is responsible for Amazon Japans end-to-end logistics and operations in Japan operating
a large-scale highly integrated supply chain spanning from First Mile to Last Mile. Through Fulfillment Centers (FC) Sort
Centers (SC) Delivery Stations (DS) and Sub Same-Day Delivery stations (SSD) we continuously challenge ourselves to
deliver packages faster more reliably and at lower cost.

About End-to-End Supply Chain & Speed Services
End-to-End Supply Chain & Speed Services is the core organization within JP Ops that owns supply chain strategy as well as
network design and execution. By integrating Supply Chain Network Design/Planning and Transportation Planning the
organization optimizes forecasting planning network flow and execution in an end-to-end manner. It also leads speed-
focused services such as Same-Day Delivery Quick Commerce freezer and perishable grocery and micromobility enabling
rapid innovation at scale to continuously elevate customer experience.



About the team
About JP Launch and Expansion (L&E)
JP Launch and Expansion (L&E) is the project management organization under End-to-End Supply Chain & Speed Services
that turns supply chain strategy into a real operating network. L&E owns execution end-to-endfrom upstream activities
such as site selection investment return analysis and internal investment approvals through launch planning hiring
system configuration training and go-live readiness. L&E does not stop at planning or approvals. We make decisions drive
execution on the ground and build Amazon Japans operations as real operating sites.
Spanning from First Mile to Last Mile L&E plays a central role in driving Launch & Expansion across JP Ops.
L&E is currently composed of the following teams:
Core Planning and Execution (CPE)
CPE manages the Last Mile Core network composed of DS XPT and AMPL covering new launches closures and network
configuration changes.
The team leads end-to-end execution including site selection investment business case design internal approvals and
start-up execution while optimizing the network from a mid- to long-term perspective.
A team that designs implements and optimizes the Last Mile Core network with a long-term view.
SSD Planning and Execution (SPE)
SPE owns SSD and AMZL projects from launch through closure. To support the growth of Same-Day Delivery the team
drives project execution that balances speed with repeatability and scalability.
A team that rapidly scales the Same-Day Delivery network a key growth area.
Retrofit Expansion and Initiative (REI)
REI leads end-to-end execution for new and emerging initiatives with a primary focus on Quick Commerce (QC). Working
closely with global teams REI scales these initiatives in Japan and establishes sustainable standards including new programs
such as Amazon Storage Unit (ASU).
A team that turns early concepts into viable scalable businesses.
Launch Configuration and Verification (LCV)
LCV is responsible for system configuration and verification across all Last Mile node types. With a strong focus on Right
First Time the team supports reliable start-ups with a target of zero DPMO at launch.
A team that ensures successful launches through robust system design and verification.
Project Management Office (PMO)
PMO operates horizontally across L&E governing SOPs and playbooks monitoring project progress and managing PMIS to
ensure execution discipline and visibility.
A team that raises execution quality across L&E through standardization and continuous improvement.
Career Path
What makes L&E unique is that we do not simply sit between strategy and executionwe own both.
Few organizations within Amazon offer the opportunity to lead end-to-end from upstream decisions such as network
strategy and investment prioritization to on-the-ground execution and operational stabilization.

In L&E you are not confined to a single site or function. You operate with a network-wide perspective across Japan
Operations constantly balancing local execution with system-level optimization.
This naturally builds the ability to think and decide not in silos but in terms of overall impact.
With high ownership and accountability L&E provides hands-on experience in driving complex ambiguous projects to
completion.
This experience accelerates growth not only as a project manager but as a future leader who can shape and execute
strategy.
For those who want to move beyond delivering tasks and instead define decide and build what comes next L&E offers a
uniquely dense and rewarding environment.


- 6 years of program or project management experience
- Experience using English communication skills both written and verbal to foster seamless interaction with stakeholders at all levels
- Bachelors degree

- Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Supply Chain/Logistics or a related field
- Strong attention to detail with a track record of identifying and proactively addressing errors and discrepancies
- Professional proficiency in Japanese including verbal and written communication facilitation and negotiation skills
- Bachelors degree MBA or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification in relevant fields such as Business
- Adaptable and curious mindset with the ability to leverage available tools whether SQL Python GenAIor emerging technologiesto solve data challenges and demonstrate tangible business impact

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