Key job responsibilities
Own and direct complex, high-visibility programs involving multiple concurrent projects across European and international fulfillment networks
Provide strategic oversight of project management services, design services, and external partner performance for sophisticated automation initiatives
Lead design and engineering efforts for complex projects with minimal management oversight, making high-judgment decisions on technical approach and resource allocation
Develop and manage comprehensive program budgets, oversee spend approvals, and drive cost optimization strategies
Align and influence external project managers, architects, design consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to deliver in line with Amazon priorities
Drive horizontal business initiatives and process improvements that impact multiple teams and geographies
Lead design evaluations, external partner selections, contract negotiations, and project procurement functions
Develop measurable program strategies and ensure appropriate resources are allocated to achieve organizational goals
Build and maintain crucial relationships with customers, suppliers, and external partners; lead complex negotiations
Actively recruit top engineering talent and provide advanced mentorship to develop Operations Engineers at all levels
Contribute to long-term strategic planning and influence organizational priorities through data-driven recommendations
Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within the engineering organization
Represent engineering perspectives in senior leadership forums and business reviews
A day in the life
You will work on the design of multiple retrofits or conversions of existing Amazon Fulfillment Centers throughout the year. During the early project phases of project design and bidding, you will predominantly work in an Amazon office or from your home, and traveling to site periodically to meet with other stakeholders.
You will be progressively be given more important and extending responsibilities, within your projects and aside it, by taking the lead on other business horizontal tasks and supporting the whole OPS Engineering community in delivering high quality projects. Other business horizontal activities could include diversity initiatives and technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) roles. You will be constantly helped by the team, will respect and leverage diverse point of views and focus on inclusion of new members.
Speak, write, and read fluently in English at C1 level or above
Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment
Experience in technical leadership for industrial engineering projects or programs
Experience with program management spanning planning, execution and project delivery
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, Civil Engineering, Architecture (or country equivalent)
Master's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field
Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma and other operations engineer tools
Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.)
Experience in Logistics, Distribution or Fulfillment processes
Experience in managing cool chains, refrigeration equipment and installations, temperature-controlled environments
Additional language skills (French, German, Polish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Chinese (Mandarin), Afrikaans and Zulu ) are beneficial for cross-regional project coordination across EMEA
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