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Quick Commerce Senior Planning Manager

On-site in Barcelona·Added 1 month ago (last checked 16 Oct)

Amazon

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Our summary

Hours
Includes weekends
Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
English
Required
Experience
Senior level
Education
University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Experience in people management

- Experience communicating complex information and solutions to senior stakeholders and influencing decisions, or experience communicating results to senior leadership

- Experience using data analysis to drive business decisions

- Experience engaging, verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders to convey complex ideas in a clear, concise manner

- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience

Nice to have

- Knowledge of Six Sigma tools, Lean techniques, PMP or similar standards preferred

- Experience performing data analysis in manufacturing, production, distribution, logistics environments, retail, or grocery in a management role

- Experience working with the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional environment

The role

Are you ready to be part of Amazon's most innovative and fastest-growing delivery service?

We're revolutionizing the retail landscape by building an ultra-fast delivery service that will delight customers across major European cities. Our Quick Commerce initiative represents the next frontier in customer obsession, focused on bringing essential items to customers faster than ever before.

As senior Planning Manager in Quick Commerce Central Operations, you will own the operational mechanisms, processes, and communication frameworks that enable seamless execution across the EU Quick Commerce network. You will lead business reviews, design and implement standard work, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance performance, reduce defects, and scale operations. You will work closely with schedulers, site operators, delivery partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and protect customer promise.

We're looking for individuals who embody our bias for action, can think big, and are excited about solving complex logistics challenges in real-time. You'll be part of a team that's building the future of retail, working across EU markets to ensure we maintain our promise of ultra-fast delivery to our customers.

What you'll do

Key job responsibilities

Business Reviews & Performance Management

* Lead and facilitate daily, weekly, and monthly business reviews across the Quick Commerce network, driving accountability and action on key performance metrics

* Design and implement business review mechanisms that enable data-driven decision making and rapid issue resolution

* Create and maintain performance dashboards and reporting mechanisms that provide visibility into operational health

Process Design & Standard Work

* Define and document standard operating procedures for shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of operations across time zones and shifts

* Develop scalable standard work that enables consistent execution across multiple stores and markets

* Design and implement quality control mechanisms to ensure adherence to standard work

Communication & Stakeholder Management

* Build and optimize communication mechanisms between Central Operations, stores, delivery partners, and cross-functional teams

* Establish clear escalation paths and communication protocols for operational issues

* Facilitate information flow across shifts, ensuring critical context is preserved during handovers

* Partner with operations teams, delivery partners, and stakeholders to align on priorities and resolve systemic issues

* Act as an escalation point for complex operational challenges requiring cross-functional coordination

Data Analysis & Insights

* Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement

* Use data to inform operational decisions, capacity planning, and resource allocation

How you'll work

The position offers a 10h20 to 18h30 fix schedule, with working days being Tuesday to Saturday. An provides a career growth plan to continue developing in our organization

Hiring process

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About Amazon

Amazon is a global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the world's largest employers and operates a vast network of fulfillment centers, data centers, and corporate offices across the globe. In Spain, Amazon has a significant presence with corporate offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center facilities, including in Huesca and other regions. The company is known for its customer-centric culture, innovation, and fast-paced work environment, offering a wide range of roles from engineering and operations to corporate and creative positions.

Industry
E-commerce and Cloud
Founded
1994
Employees
1,000,000+
Headquarters
Seattle, USA
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Huesca

Good to know if you are moving

  • Amazon offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa sponsorship and support for moving to Spain.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center locations.
  • Amazon is known for its leadership principles, which are integral to its corporate culture and are important for career advancement.
  • Employees often have the opportunity to work on global projects and collaborate with teams across different countries.
  • Amazon provides competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, stock options, and career development programs.

In their own words

About the company & team

About the team

You will balance leading business reviews with designing operational improvements and supporting live operations. Your day may include facilitating a network-wide DBR, deep diving on delivery performance trends, collaborating with schedulers on shift handover protocols, partnering with site operators on process gaps, and analyzing data to inform capacity decisions. You will continuously evaluate opportunities to improve delivery speed, quality, and cost while contributing to the long-term strategy of Quick Commerce operations.

Additional information

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.

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