Sr. Risk Manager, Transportation, Risk, and Compliance

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Sr. Risk Manager, Transportation, Risk, and Compliance

View more categories View less categories Sector Audit, Project and Program Management Role Manager Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time

DESCRIPTION

Amazon's Transportation Risk & Compliance (TRC) team provides a framework for Amazon's transportation programs to identify and manage risk in a rapidly growing and complex, global environment. Our primary mission is to perform independent and objective assessments of risks and test controls embedded in Amazon business partners' processes, aiming to optimize strategic objectives by minimizing negative surprises.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join our Global Risk Management (GRM) team. As Amazon develops new transportation solutions, this global role will collaborate with business leaders to maximize success through tailored risk management techniques. The successful candidate will propose innovative approaches and risk mitigation strategies throughout the business lifecycle, working closely with legal, business, product, and operations teams to ensure safety and compliance for Amazon and its transportation partners.

Key job responsibilities

1. Assist Amazon transportation stakeholders (e.g., risk partners and business leaders) in identifying and managing potential risks (regulatory, operational, or reputational) that could impact strategic objectives if left unaddressed.
2. Apply the risk management framework to Amazon transportation programs and influence the product landscape for audits and controls.
3. Guide senior leadership, address risk management concerns, implement mitigation strategies, and influence the product roadmap.
4. Perform readiness reviews on new program launches.

A day in the life

This Senior Risk Manager will leverage their knowledge of regulations, industry standards, and risk assessment and mitigation experience to shape Amazon's transportation policies and strategies throughout the business lifecycle.

About the team

The TRC's risk management function aims to proactively identify and manage risks across Amazon's transportation organization, supporting growth by aligning risk management with performance and objectives. The goal is to provide the business with risk information to support fact-based decision-making and optimize strategic execution.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications
• Experience in compliance, audit, or risk management
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Experience using technology and implementing lean principles / Six Sigma methodologies for process improvements
• Master's degree or equivalent

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