Global Logistics Program Manager, Global Logistics Japan
Job Summary
We are seeking a Program Manager to effectively manage the creation and enhancement of our FBA supply chain and transportation this role you will scope large projects track project timelines and develop mechanisms for communicating status risk and business challenges. The ideal candidate must be adept at cross-team coordination project management and data analysis with a proven history of delivering results.
Key job responsibilities
Supply chain transportation or logistic network management solution experience
Manage and oversee various cross-functional programs ensuring successful delivery.
Develop and refine program strategies effectively leading and motivating teams.
Set clear objectives for programs leveraging data analytics to drive improvements and achieve metrics.
Navigate and resolve ambiguities in business scenarios applying creative problem-solving skills.
Foster collaboration with internal and external partners to optimize resource allocation and project success.
Evaluate and prioritize projects in conjunction with customer needs and technical team inputs.
Bridge gaps in team dynamics processes and systems preventing common project pitfalls.
Identify and mitigate risks preventing them from escalating into major issues.
Regularly communicate with senior managers business leaders and other stakeholders to support key business initiatives.
Develop implement and oversee KPI reporting for a program portfolio ensuring clear visibility of milestones and project performance.
Manage and communicate project budgets effectively.
A day in the life
Leadership and Strategy: Lead business and planning reviews with senior leaders ensuring alignment and execution of strategic initiatives. Develop and implement strategies to enhance supply chain performance and support business growth.
Operational Excellence: Create a robust and cost-efficient supply chain ensuring reliable delivery processes. Drive execution discipline in operations across various stakeholders including Global Logistics Japan Operations Retail and FBA US Fulfillment Centers Procurement Finance Compliance and Legal.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize a strong analytical background to make data-driven decisions. Analyze data and metrics to identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with multiple stakeholders across different programs. Lead through influence demonstrating the ability to think broadly and strategically about supply chain initiatives and build consensus among senior leaders.
Team Development: As the scope of the role expands and business volumes grow hire and develop a high-performing team. Provide leadership and mentorship to foster professional growth and ensure team success.
Collaboration and Execution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements. Ensure seamless execution of operational strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Travel Requirements: This role may require travel to various Amazon facilities and on-site visits with Carriers and Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) based on business needs.
About the team
Global Logistics (GL) is a dynamic team of seasoned logistics professionals carrier specialists and program managers dedicated to enhancing Amazons cross-border logistics. Our goal is to improve cost speed and reliability enabling customers worldwide to access selections from any part of the globe. The Asia-Pacific Japan and Brazil (APJ/BR) team manages import operations across seven countries: Japan (JP) Brazil (BR) Australia (AU) through comprehensive cross-border Business-to-Business programs.
We are seeking a Program Manager in Tokyo Japan to join our GL APJ/BR team. This individual will be instrumental in refining the cost speed and quality of multiple sourced programs and managing Destination Operations in Japan. They will collaborate with Amazon stakeholders and third-party logistics (3PL) partners in and destination countries to develop capabilities manage projects and formulate and execute operational strategies.
If you are passionate about logistics and supply chain management and have a proven track record of driving operational excellence we invite you to apply for the Program Manager role at Amazons Global Logistics APJ/BR team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Amazons global growth and make a significant impact on our logistics operations.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. Please find general information about our Employee Benefits below:
- 3 years of program or project management experience
- 3 years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
- 3 years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Bachelors degree
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
- Read speak & write Japanese and English at business level
- 3 years of driving end to end delivery and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 3 years of driving process improvements experience
- Experience in stakeholder management dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
- Experience building processes project management and schedules
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