Senior Program Manager, EF Planning

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager for the External Fulfillment (EF) Planning Team within Amazon Japan's Operations Division.

EF handles order processing and shipping operations at fulfillment centers operated by third-party logistics (3PL) or vendors, focusing on large items, heavy items, and temperature-controlled products. The EF team contributes to the company's growth by expanding this service, offering a wide product selection with remarkably fast delivery speeds, thereby enriching our customers' shopping experience.

This position will be responsible for managing network capacity based on medium to long-term demand forecasts and planning/executing the launch of new logistics centers to support business growth.

One of the most rewarding aspects of this position is the opportunity to oversee the entire business and lead the planning and implementation of new logistics centers and networks with innovative capabilities that will drive Amazon's new business initiatives.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse industry backgrounds and experiences to lead the expansion of the EF business.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning and Execution of Mid to Long-term Launch Plans for New EF Sites: Manage demand forecasts and site capacity, create and execute launch plans, and adjust plans based on latest forecasts.
2. Proposal and Implementation of Logistics Network Solutions: Identify business environment changes, propose improvements, and collaborate with relevant departments to implement solutions. Plan and launch specialized logistics centers for new product categories.
3. Development and Control of Cost Plans: Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations teams to create and execute medium to long-term cost plans.
4. Planning and Execution of New EF Sites: Develop and implement plans for new sites, assess demand forecasts, and propose plan modifications as needed.
5. Logistics Network Improvements: Detect challenges, propose solutions, and execute plans swiftly, including the launch of centers with unique capabilities.
6. Cost Management: Create and manage medium to long-term cost strategies through collaboration with various teams and partners.

Work Environment

Flextime Work System: No core hours required, standard hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, weekends and public holidays off.

About the Team: Amazon promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, adhering to Japan's Equal Employment Opportunity Act. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other attributes. For accommodations, please visit this link .

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Over 5 years of project management experience, including cross-departmental projects, negotiations with vendors, and troubleshooting
• Basic or higher PC skills, especially MS Excel (Pivot Tables, Vlookup)
• Intermediate Japanese proficiency
• Business-level English reading and writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or consulting firms
• Business-level Japanese conversation skills
• Quantitative analysis skills and high IT literacy
• Degree or knowledge in engineering or operations
• SQL proficiency
• Positive attitude towards contributing to an inclusive culture and working in diverse groups

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