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Capacity Planning Manager in Barcelona

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

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Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Education: University degree

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Amazon is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Barcelona.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Bachelor's degree or above

- Experience communicating and working with a wide range of groups, including Technology, Product Management, Accounting, CS, and Senior Management

- Experience with tools/systems to analyze data including Excel, Access, SQL or other data management systems

- Experience identifying and solving complex problems through data analysis

- Experience in stakeholder management and communication management

Nice to have

- Master's degree or above

- Experience in program management, logistics, operations, supply chain, transportation, or equivalent

- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience in managing and troublshooting network and experience in software development

- Knowledge of advanced skills in Excel as well as any data visualization tools like Tableau or similar BI tools (familiarity with Tableau preferred)

The role

Capacity Planning is a high-powered creative team which is shaping the transportation planning and execution within the Last Mile & Middle Mile operations network. This team develops and applies innovative transportation management concepts to improve and enhance the transportation network and bring the best customer experience through reliability and cost efficiencies. We are looking for a Capacity Planning Manager to own and implement strategic, cross-functional management initiatives. The role is based in Barcelona.

As Capacity Planning Manager, you’ll drive and manage the implementation of creative, data-driven change in Amazon, leading improvement initiatives. You’ll use strategic thinking to define and implement an efficient project plan. Capacity Planning Managers have significant responsibilities, and you’ll deal with complex challenges with creativity, innovation, and leadership. With a responsibility extending beyond process improvements, you could also contribute to improving other areas of the business, like diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What you'll do

Key job responsibilities

- Lead process improvement initiatives with aim to improve operational performance.

- Establish and maintain the operations metrics and communicate them to leadership and other stakeholders through daily/weekly review meetings.

- Document the standard operating procedures and take proactive steps to ensure that best practices are shared across all departments and among the network.

- Work closely with stakeholders to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives in their areas.

- Independently own the designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining the large scale projects.

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.

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About the team

Amazon couldn’t deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient. We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination – quickly, conveniently and sustainably.

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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