Sr. Sustainability Manager, Americas Lead, Human Rights & Social Impact, WW Sustainability
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Job Location:
Arlington, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
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 Sustainability (WWS) organization capitalizes on Amazons scale and speed to build a more resilient and sustainable company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally and drive solutions that enable our customers businesses and the world to become more sustainable.
Amazons Human Rights & Social Impact program drives customer trust business continuity and sustainable social impact by embedding respect for human rights and the environment throughout Amazons entire value chain. We implement company-wide standards and commitments such as our Global Human Rights Principles (GHRP) and Supply Chain Standards (SCS). We seek to continuously improve the tools and processes used in integrating human rights and environmental due diligence across the business.
The Human Rights & Social Impact (HRSI) team is looking for a Business Strategy & Integration lead to support the human rights risk mitigation strategy for Amazon businesses in the Americas. This role will engage with cross-functional teams internally and externally to mitigate human rights risks within Amazons supply chains.
This person will deploy communications and tools to reach a large number of supplier and business stakeholders to effectively implement programs and will also develop mechanisms including standard operating procedures to uphold Amazon policies and standards.
The ideal candidate must effectively handle day-to-day issues (constantly thinking about how to invent and simplify to improve!) and engage strategize on longer-term program-wide initiatives.
To be successful in this role you will require strong written communication skills attention to detail and top notch project management abilities. Experience managing complex time-sensitive issues is valuable for this role. As is experience as a customer-obsessed problem solver with a passion for human rights and sustainability.
Key job responsibilities
- Coordinate with multiple Amazon businesses and functions across the Americas as well as third-party social responsibility service providers and suppliers
- Proactively work with cross functional teams to enhance and evolve programs to drive measurable improvements on process efficiency and improvements
- Analyze data to track trends and initiate deep dives to detect opportunities
- Participate in region partnerships with industry associations identifying opportunities for leveraging the membership
- Develop and improve project and program management processes prioritizing ways to leverage technology and automate
About the team
Diverse Experiences:
World Wide Sustainability values diverse experiences. We encourage all 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.
- Bachelors degree in human rights business data science public administration finance engineering human resources law or related field
- 5-10 years human rights experience in compliance audit or risk management
- Demonstrated expertise in global supply chains across manufacturing and service provider environments and/or human rights principles and labor standards
- Extensive years of experience at a senior level working on human rights labor rights multi-stakeholder initiatives international development labor rights training or social responsibility
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
- Experience using lean process improvement six sigma methodologies or related performance metrics/process improvements to increase efficiency within processes forecasting planning optimization or logistics
- Experience with budgeting forecasting and variance analysis
- Masters degree in human rights law business data science public administration finance engineering human resources 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.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 Worldwide Sustainability (WWS) organization capitalizes on Amazons scale and speed to build a more resilient and sustainable company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally and drive solutions that enable our customers businesses and the world to become more sustainable.
Amazons Human Rights & Social Impact program drives customer trust business continuity and sustainable social impact by embedding respect for human rights and the environment throughout Amazons entire value chain. We implement company-wide standards and commitments such as our Global Human Rights Principles (GHRP) and Supply Chain Standards (SCS). We seek to continuously improve the tools and processes used in integrating human rights and environmental due diligence across the business.
The Human Rights & Social Impact (HRSI) team is looking for a Business Strategy & Integration lead to support the human rights risk mitigation strategy for Amazon businesses in the Americas. This role will engage with cross-functional teams internally and externally to mitigate human rights risks within Amazons supply chains.
This person will deploy communications and tools to reach a large number of supplier and business stakeholders to effectively implement programs and will also develop mechanisms including standard operating procedures to uphold Amazon policies and standards.
The ideal candidate must effectively handle day-to-day issues (constantly thinking about how to invent and simplify to improve!) and engage strategize on longer-term program-wide initiatives.
To be successful in this role you will require strong written communication skills attention to detail and top notch project management abilities. Experience managing complex time-sensitive issues is valuable for this role. As is experience as a customer-obsessed problem solver with a passion for human rights and sustainability.
Key job responsibilities
- Coordinate with multiple Amazon businesses and functions across the Americas as well as third-party social responsibility service providers and suppliers
- Proactively work with cross functional teams to enhance and evolve programs to drive measurable improvements on process efficiency and improvements
- Analyze data to track trends and initiate deep dives to detect opportunities
- Participate in region partnerships with industry associations identifying opportunities for leveraging the membership
- Develop and improve project and program management processes prioritizing ways to leverage technology and automate
About the team
Diverse Experiences:
World Wide Sustainability values diverse experiences. We encourage all 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.
- Bachelors degree in human rights business data science public administration finance engineering human resources law or related field
- 5-10 years human rights experience in compliance audit or risk management
- Demonstrated expertise in global supply chains across manufacturing and service provider environments and/or human rights principles and labor standards
- Extensive years of experience at a senior level working on human rights labor rights multi-stakeholder initiatives international development labor rights training or social responsibility
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
- Experience using lean process improvement six sigma methodologies or related performance metrics/process improvements to increase efficiency within processes forecasting planning optimization or logistics
- Experience with budgeting forecasting and variance analysis
- Masters degree in human rights law business data science public administration finance engineering human resources 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.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 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 CA San Francisco - 153500.00 - 207600.00 USD annually
USA NY New York - 153500.00 - 207600.00 USD annually
USA VA Arlington - 139500.00 - 188700.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 139500.00 - 188700.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Program Management
- Data Collection
- Environmental Services
- Industrial Cleaning
- Root cause Analysis
- OSHA
- Project Management
- Team Management
- EPA
- Leadership Experience
- EHS
- Manufacturing
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