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DESCRIPTION

• Multiple locations available across Midlands, Manchester, and London delivery station network

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 seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead mission-critical engineering and facilities initiatives across our rapidly expanding network. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to drive large-scale transformation projects from conception through completion, including new site launches, facility optimizations, and strategic infrastructure developments.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in UK regulatory compliance and statutory requirements while continuously elevating our operational standards. This position requires a strategic mindset to enhance existing processes, coupled with hands-on project execution capabilities. The successful candidate will own and deliver network-wide initiatives that directly impact our ability to serve customers and support Amazon's continued growth in the UK market.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design efforts between internal teams and outside vendors to develop optimal solutions for Amazon Logistical network, including equipment specifications and Fulfillment Centre (FC) layouts.
• Capital project management, including the preparation of conceptual designs, equipment specifications, and bid documentation to support a competitive tendering process
• Provide frequent on-site monitoring and enforcement of installation schedules and vendor quality with Material Handling Equipment (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
• Lead and coordinate 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, maintenance practices are followed for new and existing MHE
• Create, submit and track the relevant CAPEX documentation to ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Work closely with the UK Real Estate, IT and Process teams along with the Software and Operations Integration teams to ensure on time project delivery
• Understand the Operational process in detail, including all the relevant Warehouse Management System (WMS) tools used on a daily basis

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
• Experience working with the designs of complex automated MHE, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing
• Experience in technical leadership of developing, testing, and implementing of large-scale, complex technology projects
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing, transportation and logistics, or fulfillment and distribution centers
• Experience using MS Excel, MS Project, AutoCAD and commercial off-the-shelf technologies such as Tableau, SQL, or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in end-to-end project management, including strategic planning and execution
• Expertise in complex MHE operations and packaging lines or process design utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles
• Experience negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience delivering results in a high-velocity, technology-driven environment while managing multiple concurrent priorities
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen
• Ability to drive business impact through data-driven analysis and financial modeling, resulting in quantifiable improvements (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits)
• Hands-on technical expertise in security engineering
• Experience managing cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment

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