DescriptionAre you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world dilemmas that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and guidance you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.This Sr. Program Manager role plays a critical part in enabling the Design Engineering Services team strategic operational planning processes to ensure the organization is focused on the right work, at the right time, with the right investment and resourcing.Key job responsibilitiesBusiness Writing
Uses clear, concise narrative writing skills with the ability to tell a story effectively using data in papers and discussions to change future action.
Writes the development of ambitious business requirements for major initiatives that are clear, actionable, and deliver the outcomes intended with minimal rework.
Process Improvement
Architects the vision and operationalizes it into ambitious goals and deliverables.
Designs and drives regular reviews of current processes, manages a portfolio of improvement ideas for maximum value.
Anticipates potential obstacles and prioritizes changes for the operation.
Decision Making
Develops quality business cases, influences policy, and drive enhancements.
Writes associated white papers that stand on their own to support recommendations.
Presents complex and/or controversial process changes to senior level leadership.
Responds to escalations, providing roots cause analysis and implements solutions.
Business and Financial Acumen
Operationalizes annual business strategy and business performance measurements (OP1/OP2/Goals).
Helps develop the business strategy, with key focus on operationalizing to produce results.
Works with knowledge of HR practices and employment regulations.
Advises and develops solutions with customers involving significant business and/or financial results.
Thinks conceptually about financial returns and costs to achieve business outcomes.
Sets direction and helps other leaders use cost benefit analysis and financial return calculations.
Global Thinking
Inspires and champions the development of global Amazon business strategies and practices where differences are the result of local law or intended variation for the enhanced financial results.
Program Management
Governs multiple projects from different process or project teams.
Leads the team through scope changes and unintended breakdowns.
Mobilizes the team to keep pushing toward successful completion.
Ensures the development of a clear problem statement and desired end state.
A day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits to 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. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:North Reading, MA, USA | Seattle, WA, USABasic Qualifications
5+ years of program or project management experience
Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of driving process improvements experience
Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
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.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $92,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.