Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the world's most customer‑centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online.
Amazon Logistics is experiencing unprecedented growth and is looking to hire an experienced, innovative, hands‑on, and customer‑obsessed Project Manager responsible for owning all network‑wide projects from concept to handover across the full network of sites.
Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate design efforts between internal teams and outside vendors to develop optimal solutions for the Amazon logistical network, including equipment specifications and Fulfilment Centre (FC) layouts.
* Capital project management, including creation of conceptual drawings, equipment specifications and bid documentation to facilitate a competitive bid environment.
* Provide frequent on‑site monitoring and enforce installation schedules and vendor quality with MHE vendors/subcontractors.
* Inspect prospective and completed facilities in accordance with corporate standards and procedures, ensuring proper follow‑up on snagging lists and warranty work.
* Provide leadership and coordination between internal departments and MHE vendors for multiple installation sites.
* Develop and manage budget and contract documents including RFPs, change‑order controls, purchase orders and invoicing.
* Coordinate with local site management to ensure proper operator training, procedural compliance and maintenance practices for new and existing MHE equipment.
* Create, submit and track relevant capex documentation to ensure all projects are delivered on time and within budget.
* Work closely with UK Real Estate, IT and Process teams together with software and Operations Integration teams to ensure on‑time project delivery.
* Understand the operational process in detail, including all relevant WMS tools used on a daily basis.
Qualifications
* B.S. Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
* Recognised experience on equipment design and layout of mechanical handling/conveyance/packaging systems.
* Proven technical leadership experience in development and implementation of large‑scale, complex projects.
* In‑depth knowledge of standard industry practices including Lean Manufacturing.
* Excellent working knowledge using MS Excel, AutoCAD, MS Project and related software.
Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to travel throughout the UK, dependent on project location.
* Ability to design, specify and layout MHE from manual to automated solutions.
* Ability to effectively influence, negotiate and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
* Ability to function well in a fast‑paced work environment.
* Ability to provide leadership and technical guidance to field personnel – experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and/or Toyota Manufacturing System.
* Ability to financially justify and deliver complex solutions to capacity restraints.
* Ability to switch from a strategic view to a hands‑on approach.
* Ability to lead multi‑faced projects involving multiple disciplines in a fast‑paced environment.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
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