Join us at the forefront of Amazons sustainability initiatives to work on environmental and social advancements to support Amazons long term worldwide sustainability strategy. 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 Worldwide Environment team (focusing on waste water circularity and biodiversity) utilizes science-based approaches to lower Amazons environmental impact in the areas of waste water and biodiversity across the operations of our business units and products making meaningful and measurable impacts in the communities in which we operate.
Were seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to drive critical waste reduction and circular solutions initiatives across our global operations. This strategic role will directly impact Amazons environmental footprint across our fulfillment centers transportation network and retail operations.
Working at the intersection of sustainability operations and innovation youll collaborate with senior leadership to develop and scale programs that revolutionize how Amazon manages waste and resources.
Youll be responsible for creating and implementing frameworks that drive measurable environmental improvements while maintaining operational excellence across our worldwide facilities. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on global sustainability practices and diverse stakeholders across Amazon.
A successful Sustainability Specialist must be able to work independently be comfortable with ambiguity and influence internal/external partners at all levels of the organization.
Key job responsibilities
- Manage the development and execution of waste prevention and diversion programs
- Work with diverse and senior stakeholders to develop coordinate and implement waste prevention and diversion frameworks into the business
- Use analytical tools to evaluate program impact and available data
- Own recommendations for sustainability-related solutions including business cases to get buy-in from senior stakeholders
About the team
Diverse Experiences:
World Wide Sustainability values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture:
Its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (inclusive diversity) conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth:
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance:
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
- 5 years of program or project management experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy end to end delivery and communicating results to senior leadership
- 2 years of driving process improvements experience
- Masters degree or MBA in business operations human resources adult education organizational development instructional design or related field
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at WA Seattle - 115600.00 - 160000.00 USD annually