Sr. Transportation Manager, TOM

Amazon

Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County

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DescriptionOur Senior Transportation Managers play a crucial role in exceeding expectations and providing a superb customer experience; critical to Amazon's success, which is built on a foundation of customer obsession, and innovation. This position is a multi-faceted role requiring the ability to balance strategy and execution. The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for all aspects of the operations of the TOM teams within a specific node and may include responsibilities for stand-alone sites as well. You will lead a dynamic team of Operations and Area Managers to achieve operational excellence through coaching and mentoring the team; driving employee engagement, and building leadership bench strength within the TOM organization.Multiple roles are expected across the network with flexibility for location based on candidates current location and relocation preferences.Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables:- Owns and delivers the operational budget for functional area, including safety, productivity, financial and labor planning, and operational goals for TOM- Responsible for providing strategic level/long-term planning (3, 6, and 12 months out) including labor planning, forecasting, and peak season planning- Drives continuous improvement projects to optimize operations and improve productivity to meet and exceed business objectives; works on strategic projects that have total building and network-wide impact. Effectively leverages the Operations and Area Managers to solicit ideas and understand problems and challenges in the building.- Networks with other leaders across the network to solicit and share process improvements and drive efficiencies and cost savings.- Establishes objectives and metrics for safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience- Sets clear goals and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds leaders accountable- Mentors and develops leaders and staff- Participates in recruiting to identify and evaluate associates and internal/external candidates for promotion and hire.- Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Safety, IT and other leaders) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiativesBasic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon experience- Experience with performance metrics and process improvement and Lean techniques- Experience with staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, and terminations- Work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays- 5+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environmentPreferred Qualifications- Master's degree or above in relevant field of operations- Experience working in fast paced environments, and managing workload even during times of stress, or escalated activity- Experience in the areas of management and leadership development, organization development, learning and development, group facilitation, training and training design, or equivalent business experience- 8+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment- Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation- Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100- Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organizationAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.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.The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .USA, IA, Bondurant

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