Yard Area Manager (Hiring Immediately)

apartmentAmazon TA placeRedditch scheduleFull-time calendar_month 
At Amazon, were working to be the most customer centric company on earth. To
get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. Amazon
is one of the most recognizable brand names in the world and we distribute

over a billion shipments each year to our loyal customers.

The EU Transportation Operations Management team is seeking Area Managers to
work in our Amazon EU sites and manage operations in our yards. If you thrive
in a challenging and fast-paced environment, we might be your perfect match.
We don’t like to sit still, which is why we always treat every day like its
day one. It’s that kind of spirit that drives our success now and in the

future. And you could be part of it.

The Yard Area Manager is responsible for managing yard operations in
coordination with Dock, Receive and Ship teams to ensure FIFO processing and
mitigate CX impact risks. An ideal candidate has a background in
transportation operations and has excellent program management skills. Heshe
has the ability to lead and mentor people; analyse data and make sound

recommendations in an often ambiguous environment.

One of the main responsibilities in this role is to standardize and improve
processes; while analysing and eliminating root cause of defects within the

current systems.

Key job responsibilities
  • Partner with Site leadership to improve On-time Performance of trucks in
and out of yards, Safety and Customer Experience metrics
  • Channelize communication between multiple stakeholders to streamline flow
of trucks in the yard to ensure on-time arrival and departure of trucks
  • Local site leadership, identify root causes for structural issues and drive
resolution with multiple stakeholders
  • Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and
implementation of Lean tools
  • Work within various time constraints to meet critical business needs; while
measuring and identifying activities performed.
  • Availability to work some weekend shifts as needed (this team provides

tactical support to Amazon’s fulfilment network 7 daysweek).

### BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • A completed Bachelor’s Degree or 2+ years Amazon experience
  • MS Office experience required, with intermediate proficiency in Excel;
Basic proficiency in SQL or Access
  • Experience with performance metrics, decision making based on data and
leading process improvements
  • Know-how of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Candidates must be flexible to work a variety of hours as business demands,

including overnight, weekends and holidays

### PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master degree in LogisticsSupply ChainMathematicsScienceEngineering
subjects
  • Work experience in operationssupply chainlogisticse-commerce is a plus
  • Experience of Six Sigma Lean analytical techniques is a plus
  • Experience of supply chain management and transportation concepts:
forecasting, planning, optimization, logistics, delivery performance, carrier
negotiation, inventory management, S&OP.;
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that
employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting
decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to
discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security
of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our
Privacy Notice (https:www.amazon.jobsenprivacy_page) to know more about

how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national

origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with

disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit

https:www.amazon.jobscontentenhow-we-hireaccommodations.

apartmentAmazon TAplaceRedditch
be your perfect match. We don’t like to sit still, which is why we always treat every day like its day one. It’s that kind of spirit that drives our success now and in the future. And you could be part of it. The Yard Area Manager is responsible...
apartmentAmazon TAplaceRedditch
be your perfect match. We don’t like to sit still, which is why we always treat every day like its day one. It’s that kind of spirit that drives our success now and in the future. And you could be part of it. The Yard Area Manager is responsible...
business_centerHigh salary

Structural Integrity Area Manager

apartmentEDFplaceGloucester, 29 mi from Redditch
Area Manager, to maintain design integrity through enacting the role of intelligent customer, for the specialist area of Structural Integrity which underpins the new reactor design and the safety case. In this role, you will be required to provide technical...