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Amazon

265 open roles

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Amazon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak intermediate Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Alcalá de Henares

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Senior-level role.

  • University degree

    “- A degree” — per the ad.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Experience in manufacturing, production, distribution logistics environments, retail, or grocery management roles

- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization

- A degree

- Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English and upper intermediate proficiency in the local language

Nice to have

- Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above, we’d love to hear from you.

- A bachelor’s, advanced or master’s degree in engineering, supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing

- Experience in managing third-party relationships

- Experience of applying Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies

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.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The role

Description

Our operations help everything to come together at Amazon. As the Site Leader/Senior Operations Manager in a fast-paced and challenging environment, you’ll be the person who knows your area of the business inside out. You’ll own the operational metrics and set the strategy for your area of the business to deliver for our customers and ultimately grow our operations. You’ll also develop a large team and coach and mentor team leaders.

Key job responsibilities

Monitor operational metrics and business performance

Contribute to planning the operational budget, considering everything from financial and labour planning

Protect high standards of operational Health and Safety

Strategic planning for the next three, six and twelve months, with a particular focus on peak-season planning

Be accountable for operational leadership by measuring performance, offering feedback, and providing development support

A day in the life

You’ll be based at one of our operational sites. Spending lots of time on site will help you develop your team and collaborate on operational planning. This role has two sides. You’ll manage and motivate a team of leaders. At the same time, you’ll focus on long-term objectives. This includes creating contingency plans to keep operations running and mitigate against disruptions and driving initiatives that boost quality, safety and productivity. You’ll be a source of accountability and a business-wide champion of best practice.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Online application

  2. Assessments

    Online test · Not every role

    Role-specific online assessments where the role requires them.

  3. Phone screening

    Phone call · Not every role

    If you meet the basic qualifications you may be asked to complete a phone screening.

  4. Interview loop

    With current employees

    Individual interviews with current employees, each assessing different aspects of your skills and experience; in person or remote.

  • Some candidates move directly to the interview loop without a phone screening.
  • Role-specific interview prep guides are published for SDE, SDM, PM, BIE and other roles.

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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