Business Analyst III, Yard Capacity Planning & Execution
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join the dynamic Transportation Services organization with Amazons TOM (Transportation Operations Management) Yard Capacity team! We are seeking a talented individual contributor to support our growing transportation network in support of network projects programs and initiatives. This role offers flexible location options across these offices: Nashville TN Bellevue WA or Arlington VA.
As part of the TOM organization you will be at the forefront of transforming how we plan for and operate our network of trailer this role you will own the full lifecycle of complex cross-functional yard capacity planning programs and initiatives. You will manage capacity and risk identification supporting a network of 500 sites. You will work with network planning teams to forecast demand engineering teams to evaluate how retrofits impact yard capacity and in yard throughput build and use models to understand our ever-changing capacity and define solutions that support the end-to-end supply chain. This role marries operational knowledge with exceptional statistical and analytical thinking as you will identify risk and influence upstream planning functions across design real estate and this role you will communicate and collaborate with front-line to senior leaders in Operations Finance Supply Chain Planning Engineering and Real Estate. You will be a part of a high-visibility program that helps to define the future of transportation through each mile of the Amazon supply chain.
Key job responsibilities
Determine and gain alignment across TOM Operations leadership and planning teams on yard capacity inputs thresholds and risk identification across a network of 500 sites
Identify buildings at risk based on yard constraints and develop short- and long-term solutions including evaluating the impact of engineering solves retrofits and network design changes on yard capacity and throughput
Responsible for strategic yard capacity planning and forecasting including long-term programs and network changes
Map inter dependencies between technology physical constraints and engineering requirements to assess how upstream changes impact downstream operations
Collaborate with Operations Finance Supply Chain Planning Engineering and Real Estate to drive programmatic changes and yard capacity adoption
Develop and automate capacity models to support dynamic network planning and end-to-end supply chain decisions
Manage and deliver results on complex cross-functional projects communicating progress and risks to leadership
Develop and govern KPI reporting across a portfolio of programs providing visibility into milestones and performance
Gather and analyze data to drive business decisions and continuously improve processes and remove cost from operations
A day in the life
Your day will involve working on large cross-functional projects. This will include managing project deliverables providing feedback on site and program requirements as well as communicating progress and risks to leadership.
You will collaborate closely with business line stakeholders central planning engineering and real estate teams to drive adoption and intake of yard capacity thresholds.
Throughout this work you will need to think expansively about how network changes and yard constraints can impact operations and capacity. You will be tasked with constantly exploring new innovative ways to drive improvements and efficiencies.
About the team
The Yard Capacity Planning and Procurement Team optimizes Amazons yard operations through integrated capacity planning and procurement solutions. We manage short-term capacity needs mid-term optimization long-term strategy and yard procurement. Our mission is to ensure efficient utilization of trailer yards while addressing capacity constraints across Amazons logistics network. We collaborate across broad stakeholder teams to implement data-driven strategies that enhance yard management achieve cost savings and improve operational efficiency.
- 5 years of product or program management product marketing business development or technology experience
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field
- Experience defining requirements and using data and metrics to draw business insights
- Experience making business recommendations and influencing stakeholders
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large complicated programs
- Experience delivering forecasting budgeting and variance analysis and data interpretation of results or experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models analysis and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g. financial savings operational improvements or customer benefits)
- Masters degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field
- Experience in writing SQL queries and creating business intelligence reports using Tableau Power BI
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience in SQL Server/MySQL
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.
As part of the TOM organization you will be at the forefront of transforming how we plan for and operate our network of trailer this role you will own the full lifecycle of complex cross-functional yard capacity planning programs and initiatives. You will manage capacity and risk identification supporting a network of 500 sites. You will work with network planning teams to forecast demand engineering teams to evaluate how retrofits impact yard capacity and in yard throughput build and use models to understand our ever-changing capacity and define solutions that support the end-to-end supply chain. This role marries operational knowledge with exceptional statistical and analytical thinking as you will identify risk and influence upstream planning functions across design real estate and this role you will communicate and collaborate with front-line to senior leaders in Operations Finance Supply Chain Planning Engineering and Real Estate. You will be a part of a high-visibility program that helps to define the future of transportation through each mile of the Amazon supply chain.
Key job responsibilities
Determine and gain alignment across TOM Operations leadership and planning teams on yard capacity inputs thresholds and risk identification across a network of 500 sites
Identify buildings at risk based on yard constraints and develop short- and long-term solutions including evaluating the impact of engineering solves retrofits and network design changes on yard capacity and throughput
Responsible for strategic yard capacity planning and forecasting including long-term programs and network changes
Map inter dependencies between technology physical constraints and engineering requirements to assess how upstream changes impact downstream operations
Collaborate with Operations Finance Supply Chain Planning Engineering and Real Estate to drive programmatic changes and yard capacity adoption
Develop and automate capacity models to support dynamic network planning and end-to-end supply chain decisions
Manage and deliver results on complex cross-functional projects communicating progress and risks to leadership
Develop and govern KPI reporting across a portfolio of programs providing visibility into milestones and performance
Gather and analyze data to drive business decisions and continuously improve processes and remove cost from operations
A day in the life
Your day will involve working on large cross-functional projects. This will include managing project deliverables providing feedback on site and program requirements as well as communicating progress and risks to leadership.
You will collaborate closely with business line stakeholders central planning engineering and real estate teams to drive adoption and intake of yard capacity thresholds.
Throughout this work you will need to think expansively about how network changes and yard constraints can impact operations and capacity. You will be tasked with constantly exploring new innovative ways to drive improvements and efficiencies.
About the team
The Yard Capacity Planning and Procurement Team optimizes Amazons yard operations through integrated capacity planning and procurement solutions. We manage short-term capacity needs mid-term optimization long-term strategy and yard procurement. Our mission is to ensure efficient utilization of trailer yards while addressing capacity constraints across Amazons logistics network. We collaborate across broad stakeholder teams to implement data-driven strategies that enhance yard management achieve cost savings and improve operational efficiency.
- 5 years of product or program management product marketing business development or technology experience
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field
- Experience defining requirements and using data and metrics to draw business insights
- Experience making business recommendations and influencing stakeholders
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large complicated programs
- Experience delivering forecasting budgeting and variance analysis and data interpretation of results or experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models analysis and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g. financial savings operational improvements or customer benefits)
- Masters degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field
- Experience in writing SQL queries and creating business intelligence reports using Tableau Power BI
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience in SQL Server/MySQL
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.
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 TN Nashville - 106400.00 - 151800.00 USD annually
USA VA Arlington - 118200.00 - 160000.00 USD annually
USA WA Bellevue - 118200.00 - 160000.00 USD annually
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