AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Be a part of operating the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructure. As a Data Center Logistics Manager, you possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to Operational Excellence. You will be a key part of building success for the storage areas and parts distribution network. This is very much a hands-on role, so expect to be doing everything that you would expect your team to do – from handling deliveries through to cycle counting and inventory planning.
Key job responsibilities
Your main responsibilities as Logistics Manager include:
1. You will support the Data Center Operations team by maintaining receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations of parts, consumables and other supplies by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
2. Comply with local warehousing, health and safety and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
3. Safeguard warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring safety and security procedures and protocols.
4. Working with Procurement and other Regional Logistics Managers, you will control inventory levels by conducting physical counts and reconciling with inventory management tools.
5. Maintain the physical condition of the storage areas by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.
We work in a high security environment with sensitive equipment and maintaining this security and accountability will be a primary task. They are responsible for the security and tracking of parts within the storage areas and to the end user.
People Management
1. You will complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning a group of 6-9 direct employees and following up on work results.
2. Maintain staffing levels by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
3. Maintain Logistics staff productivity and goals by managing and coaching members of their team.
4. Contribute to continuous process improvements to deliver on our goals of high availability and low cost. They maintain up-to-date metrics dashboards and will create reports for management as required.
Safety
1. Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world-class safety culture. Own the safety initiatives and projects to foster a strong safety culture.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience (to be amended based on the region’s specifics)
- Extensive relevant work experience, including experiencing managing larger teams
- Experience in Inventory Management Systems and processes and knowledge of regional import and export practices and fluency in English
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in Warehouse management, Data Centre or in a hi-tech environment
- Knowledge of IT systems; Networks and Lean or Six Sigma
- EU driving license
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon.
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