Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is seeking a qualified Start-Up and Retrofit, Expansions and Initiatives (REI) Planning Manager to solve the complex challenges of ensuring planning, deployment and implementation of delivery station retrofits, expansions and network optimization for safety, capacity and flow. These programs make up some of AMZL's most strategic initiatives as the team automates and optimizes the network. In this role, the individual will have direct responsibility for all initiatives assigned and the end-to-end planning and implementation. You are responsible for the initiative health and successful launch in adherence with the orgs goals and OP2 commitments. The Start-Up and Retrofit, Expansions and Initiatives (REI) Planning Manager will be the programmatic liaison between a multitude of stakeholders including Design, Transportation Engineering Services (TES) Pre-Construction, Transportation Engineering Services (TES) Construction, Start-Up Execution, WHS, Capacity Engineering, Finance and many more. This role calls for an individual who can over index on ownership to de-conflict multiple competing initiatives and drive timely delivery. This role’s scope necessitates the ability to solve ambiguous issues and provide effective solutions to gaps between teams, processes and systems.

Key job responsibilities
• Lead multiple stakeholder teams to develop site level project timelines.
• Solve complex problems that pose risk to project delivery and key milestones through inquisitive deep dives with stakeholder Subject Matter Expert (SME) input.
• Lead stakeholder teams in identifying opportunities to reduce spend in assigned regions through analysis of available assets, business needs, and returns on investment.
• Clearly communicate project and program issues and challenges to senior leaders in writing and via in-person/ remote meetings.
• Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve project/ program management efficiency.
• Work within various time constraints to meet critical business needs.”
• Up to 15% travel required


About the team
Our team's mission is to set and achieve challenging yet attainable goals. We leverage data and robust mechanisms to track progress, escalate issues when needed, and solve problems efficiently. We maintain constant feedback loops to align our objectives with customer expectations. Adaptability is key – we're always prepared to pivot in response to shifting business priorities. We take pride in our strong sense of ownership, actively identifying and filling gaps across the organization. Our team thrives on taking initiative, driving improvements, and ensuring seamless execution of Last Mile projects through data-driven decision-making and effective stakeholder management.