Logistics Operations Lead - PPF, Satellite Infrastructure Logistics, PPF
Amazon is hiring a Logistics Operations Lead - PPF, Satellite Infrastructure Logistics, PPF. It pays $63k-$110k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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Oversee warehousing, shipping, and inventory tracking for satellite infrastructure logistics at Amazon Leo.
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Amazon Leo Payload Processing Facility (PPF) is seeking an experienced logistics professional to assist with the 2nd shift activities listed below in both Florida as well as in French Guiana. This role is expected to travel up to 25% of the time internationally. Successful candidates must also be able to pass the federal security checks to receive an access badge to Kennedy Space Center.
Key job responsibilities
• Write, review, and provide feedback on team-related SOPs related to warehousing and inventory activities at the PPF
• Receive Amazon Leo managed and supplier shipments
• Use proprietary software and ERP systems to virtually receive and manage material
• Execute functional requirements of global trade and transportation management software requirements
• Provide guidance and expertise in logistics related discussions
• Accurately track and account for all inventory located at the PPF warehouse to include cycle counts
• Efficiently deliver material to PPF stakeholders, both physically and virtually
• Coordinate trailer or container movements within the PPF Yard
• Meet operational metrics related to warehouse receiving and inventory activities
• Effectively communicate high priority matters with Transportation leadership
• Shift schedule will vary, depending on production/launch schedules
• Operate equipment including; forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and hand cart
• Role requires up to 25% travel
A day in the life
You will start your morning reviewing shift turnover notes and checking inbound shipment schedules, flagging any delivery risks that need immediate attention. From there, you might join a daily standup to align on priorities with the warehouse and transportation teams. Throughout the day, you could be at the dock receiving shipments and verifying material condition, posting goods receipts in SAP, or out on the warehouse floor running cycle counts and resolving inventory variances. You will use forklifts and pallet jacks to move, stage, and deliver hardware to the cleanroom and integration teams. You will lead a team of warehouse associates across receiving and inventory activities, write and review SOPs, and connect with engineering and production peers to troubleshoot supply challenges together. This role includes up to 25% international travel to support launch operations in French Guiana.
About the team
Our team is focused on ensuring Amazon's hardware programs have the components and materials they need, when they need them. We partner closely with engineering, planning, and finance teams to deliver logistics solutions that balance cost, quality, and speed. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to improving how we work. If you are looking for a role where you can build foundational procurement skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes at scale, we would love to hear from you.
Basic qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Procurement, Logistics, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Analysis, Construction, or other related fields
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Math, Business or other related quantitative disciplines
Amazon 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, FL, Merritt Island - 62,600.00 - 109,600.00 USD annually
How we rate this
Logistics Operations Lead - PPF, Satellite Infrastructure Logistics, PPF at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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- Tell me about a project where logistics was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where inventory management was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where warehouse operations was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where supply chain was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where shipping was part of your work. What did you do?
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Logistics, Inventory Management, Warehouse Operations, Supply Chain, and Shipping. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
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