Operations Manager - London Area
Description
Onsite Opportunity to join one of Amazon's sites in the London Area (UK). Onsite Opportunity to join one of Amazon's sites in the London Area. This recruitment process anticipates the hiring needs from our buildings in the region; so, if you are passionate about Operations and interested in working on a proactive plan to find an senior leadership role to be based in the London Area, we'd love to see your application!
Operations is the beating heart of Amazon. This key part of our business makes sure we fulfill and dispatch orders efficiently so that our customers get their items on time. Its driven by Operations Managers who bring the team together to push excellence in safety, quality and productivity across our sites. At your site, youll lead other managers and create the operational plan that helps your teams meet their targets. This role is all about driving operational excellence to create the Amazon of tomorrow.
Key job responsibilities
Manage and develop a... team of Area Managers
Lead operational teams on a shift, deal with issues, and positively impact site performance
Analyse shift performance against relevant business objectives, and put in place actions to improve our operational excellence
Work closely with other support teams, including HR, Finance, Health and Safety, and Security
Design and deliver initiatives across the sites to improve operational performance
A day in the life
Youll lead shifts at one of our operational sites. Youll also be the key link between a number of teams, including finance, safety and operations integration teams. That means youll be close to the day-to-day operations at your site but also contribute to new ways to innovate at your site.
A typical day will involve meetings with different areas of the business, deep diving into performance and risk metrics for sites, and looking ahead to prepare for different levels of demand. Every day will also involve mentoring and coaching your team. Youll be a source of leadership and support your team to be the best managers they can be.
Basic Qualifications
A degree
Relevant experience in people and stakeholder management
Relevant experience in using data or anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions
Relevant experience in key areas of production and supply chains
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above, wed love to hear from you.
Experience in Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen techniques
Experience in a similar logistical working environment
Relevant experience working with the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional environment
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations.
Company - Amazon UK Services Ltd.
Job ID: A2745458
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Onsite Opportunity to join one of Amazon's sites in the London Area (UK). Onsite Opportunity to join one of Amazon's sites in the London Area. This recruitment process anticipates the hiring needs from our buildings in the region; so, if you are passionate about Operations and interested in working on a proactive plan to find an senior leadership role to be based in the London Area, we'd love to see your application!
Operations is the beating heart of Amazon. This key part of our business makes sure we fulfill and dispatch orders efficiently so that our customers get their items on time. Its driven by Operations Managers who bring the team together to push excellence in safety, quality and productivity across our sites. At your site, youll lead other managers and create the operational plan that helps your teams meet their targets. This role is all about driving operational excellence to create the Amazon of tomorrow.
Key job responsibilities
Manage and develop a... team of Area Managers
Lead operational teams on a shift, deal with issues, and positively impact site performance
Analyse shift performance against relevant business objectives, and put in place actions to improve our operational excellence
Work closely with other support teams, including HR, Finance, Health and Safety, and Security
Design and deliver initiatives across the sites to improve operational performance
A day in the life
Youll lead shifts at one of our operational sites. Youll also be the key link between a number of teams, including finance, safety and operations integration teams. That means youll be close to the day-to-day operations at your site but also contribute to new ways to innovate at your site.
A typical day will involve meetings with different areas of the business, deep diving into performance and risk metrics for sites, and looking ahead to prepare for different levels of demand. Every day will also involve mentoring and coaching your team. Youll be a source of leadership and support your team to be the best managers they can be.
Basic Qualifications
A degree
Relevant experience in people and stakeholder management
Relevant experience in using data or anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions
Relevant experience in key areas of production and supply chains
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above, wed love to hear from you.
Experience in Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen techniques
Experience in a similar logistical working environment
Relevant experience working with the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional environment
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations.
Company - Amazon UK Services Ltd.
Job ID: A2745458
Apply Now