<p>DESCRIPTION</p> <p>At Amazon Air (AIR), process-driven techniques help us deliver smiles to both our internal and external customers daily. AIR embraces multiple problem-solving approaches with consideration and respect for each other. Our diversity unites us, and your thoughts, ideas, and contributions are highly valued in addressing any challenge we encounter. There is no limit to how high you can "soar" in AIR.</p> <p>As a Supply Chain Manager for AIR Central Planning, you will analyze and resolve complex network challenges across our blue badge (BB) sites. Your role will involve assessing daily operational disruptions, material handling equipment (MHE) limitations, and capacity constraints. You'll use these insights to make strategic decisions about capacity optimization and resource allocation, ensuring our network operates efficiently and effectively.</p> <p>You will partner closely with the Labor Planning team to provide feedback and process update recommendations to further automate and optimize workstreams.</p> <p>Key job responsibilities</p> <p>This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including occasional weekend work and non-standard hours to meet operational demands.</p> <ul> <li>Partner with Operations, Labor Planning, Network Planning, and Tech teams to review operational challenges and conduct capacity analyses </li><li>Manage day-before (D-1) capacity adjustments for volume and labor allocation across the network, while leveraging near real-time data regarding network disruptions </li><li>Create and distribute updated and optimized day-before (D-1) plans to operators and support teams </li><li>Lead cross-functional initiatives to address network disruptions and optimize capacity at blue badge sites </li><li>Analyze operational data and implement strategic solutions to improve network efficiency </li><li>Travel domestically up to 15% of the time to various facilities in the Amazon network </li></ul> <p>A day in the life</p> <p>You'll tackle challenges to boost capacity across our AIR network, enhancing our service to customers. Your role involves analyzing prior week plans, latest demand signals, and current network disruptions. You'll run daily optimization plans to identify capacity improvement opportunities within the AIR blue badge network. Managing day-before (D-1) labor postings and setting new volume expectations will be key responsibilities. Your decisions will directly influence our network's efficiency and our ability to meet customer needs. This role offers a perfect blend of strategic thinking, data analysis, and practical problem-solving in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.</p> <p>About the team</p> <p>The Central Planning team expands planning processes to a day-before (D-1) cadence by optimizing planning capabilities through near real-time network disruption data and enhanced demand planning.</p> <p>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>3+ years of program or project management experience </li><li>3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience </li><li>3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience </li><li>2+ years of supply chain experience </li><li>Bachelor's degree </li><li>Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL </li><li>Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements </li></ul> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience </li><li>3+ years of driving process improvements experience </li><li>Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization </li><li>Experience building processes, project management, and schedules </li></ul> <p>Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.</p> <p>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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</p>