Program Manager, IN Launch, GESI-IN Launch
Amazon is hiring a Program Manager, IN Launch, GESI-IN Launch in Gurugram, India. Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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Manage the end-to-end launch of new Amazon sites and infrastructure in India.
In order to be successful in this position, you need to be comfortable interfacing and driving various BU’s launches, including INFC, IXD/RC, DRCC, SDC, SC, AMZL, GSF, QC & 3P launches for respective BU’s. This will be an exciting opportunity for you if you possess a high level of autonomy and integrity while managing a variety of job responsibilities. You will be part of a high functioning team that is interconnected and supportive of each other to help complete multiple, complex and high capital projects simultaneously.
The individual will be responsible for entire region (IN Network Operate in 3 Regions, “North & East”, “South & Central” and “West”). The role will be based out of 3 regions with up to 50% of time on job travel across states. This is the fusion of strategical as well as tactical during full cycle of launch.
Key job responsibilities
The successful candidate:
• Is structured and organized, to plan the use of resource to meet deadlines.
• Has strong interpersonal skills, to motivate and lead core teams working on launch.
• Has strong communication skills to build relationships and identify with stakeholders across the organization.
• Is able to use their initiative and make decisions under pressure.
• Has the ability to seek opportunities to drive year on year performance and process improvements
• Will compile, manage and report on weekly launch metrics and be responsible for leading many high-profile meetings to align on launch requirements.
• Has the ability to learn fast and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Has operational skills and experience.
• Can work closely with core team from operational and construction sites.
• Setup mechanism for tracking overall launch, support function 4M and signage delivery system.
• Drive learnings and adhoc requirements through CM mechanism from respective stakeholders.
• Can work independently to solve problems and drive actions with a variety of stakeholders.
• Monitors and reports on the progress of all launch activity within the site project including significant milestones and any conditions which would affect project schedule.
• Should be able to ask “Why” and request details in regards to the impact of any changes requested by different teams.
• Is capable of taking accountability while providing status, asking for help, and immediately escalating issues and problems as necessary.
• Should be able to coordinate activities while onsite as well as from the office.
• Possesses a broad technical background and has the ability to “roll up their sleeves” and jump in to support, along with Coordinating the activities of different functions and act as the anchor or single point of contact for the launch process
A day in the life
• End-to-End project coordination, managing multiple stakeholders to ensure all Road to Launch tasks are completed as per program
• Managing Launch calls with regional teams, documenting key actionable and ensure closure of key points.
• Ensuring support function 4M cycle completion as per process.
• Ensuring all function signage cycle completion as per process.
• Ensure 5S marking BOQ closure as per site requirement.
• Coordinate with RE for site selection process as per SLA and POR NBD with SIM mechanism in place.
• Ensure TAX registration process and support seller onboarding process as per Launch tenets.
• Ensuring overall site readiness through thorough composite reviews and effective communication on in-flight changes
• Post launch lessons learned sessions to drive year-on-year improvements
• Managing continuous improvement in 4M, Playbook, Signages and launch mechanism.
About the team
Our team is focused on driving programmatic excellence across Amazon, delivering results that matter to customers and the business. We operate in a collaborative environment where new ideas are welcomed and simplification is a priority. As we continue to grow, we are investing in automation, data-driven planning, and scalable mechanisms that raise the bar on how we deliver. This is a team where your leadership will have a direct impact on both the people you manage and the programs you own.
Basic qualifications
- 5+ years of program or project management experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Experience owning program strategy, end-to-end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
Preferred qualifications
- 2+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
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