Warehouse Operations Manager, AWS Cloud Logistics

DESCRIPTION:

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 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.

AWS Infrastructure is seeking a talented, driven, and ambitious Warehouse Operations Manager with proven experience in driving process improvement and managing complex logistics challenges. The ideal candidate will:

1. Oversee day-to-day management of a 3P warehouse operator
2. Ensure site and product integrity
3. Lead process optimization initiatives
4. Execute projects that contribute to strategic goals
5. Champion lean operations principles
6. Manage vendors from a tactical and strategic perspective

This position will require UK nationality requirements to be met.

The successful candidate will have a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and driving tangible results in a fast-paced environment.

The position is based in London (Slough).

Key job responsibilities

1. Liaise with transport and brokerage teams to ensure a consistent delivery profile to our data centre customers
2. Manage the 3rd party vendor across various aspects of warehouse management - security posture / inventory accuracy / site productivity / resource allocation
3. Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
4. Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a secure work environment.
5. Drive optimization initiatives by leveraging technology and best-in-class lean operation techniques.
6. Conduct trend analyses to identify bottlenecks and develop solutions.
7. Present data-driven business reviews to senior management.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of direct experience in warehouse / logistics management
• 5+ years of vendor management, demonstrating tangible results in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Lean methodology
• Ability to prioritize activities with changing timelines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Global logistics or supply chain experience
• Expertise in data-driven process improvement tools and metrics
• Experience engaging with vendors at a senior management level, Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• 3+ years of experience analyzing business problems using various analytical tools
• 2+ years of experience leveraging technology to drive process improvements

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