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Sr. Launch & Expansion Manager, EU DSP Expansion, Last Mile

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Amazon

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, program management experience, strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, ownership mindset, and EU language proficiency.
  • You will manage competing priorities, dive into work streams, write business cases, prioritize impactful tasks, maintain project plans, gather stakeholder feedback, and drive decision-making documentation.

Requirements

  • - Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, economics, engineering or related field
  • - Experience in program or operations management
  • - History of managing multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
  • - Superior analytical and quantitative skills; experience using data and metrics to test theories, confirm assumptions, and measure success
  • - Proven ability to identify, analyse, and solve ambiguous problems with an extreme attention to detail
  • - A track record of taking ownership and successfully delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • - MBA and/or advanced degree in mathematics, economics, or a technical discipline
  • - Experience in product, programs or operations management within the logistics industry
  • - Additional EU languages: French, German, Italian or Spanish

Responsibilities

  • Manage several competing priorities ensuring critical projects remain visible to all stakeholders whilst maintaining a plan for less urgent matters
  • Dive deep into various work streams and not be afraid to learn about each stakeholders contribution, challenges
  • Write and review business cases using information acquired from various stakeholders
  • Prioritize work-streams that have the biggest impact on timelines and report status in a timely manner
  • Possesses a strong management technical approach but at the same time be able to 'roll up their sleeves' and jump in to solve bottlenecks where needed
  • Be comfortable in different projects and roles, sometimes supporting, sometimes leading and escalating any blockers to achieving project growth
  • Maintain the overall project plan that enables the teams to be successful based upon the project milestones and Go-Live
  • Obtain stakeholder feedback, compile white papers and run monthly business review processes to update all stakeholders
  • Doc writing at high-bar to drive decisions

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Sr. Launch & Expansion Manager position?

A Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, economics, engineering, or a related field is required. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

What type of experience is necessary for this role?

Candidates should have experience in program or operations management, and a history of managing multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.

Are analytical skills important for this position?

Yes, superior analytical and quantitative skills are essential, along with experience using data and metrics to test theories, confirm assumptions, and measure success.

Will the role involve travel?

Yes, this role may require travel across the EU and internationally.

Is prior experience in logistics or supply chain preferred?

Yes, experience within the logistics industry, particularly in last mile delivery, supply chain, or program management, is considered a plus.

What will be the primary focus of the Sr. Launch & Expansion Manager?

The primary focus will be to deliver launch and expansion plans for new last mile transportation initiatives, particularly aimed at attracting delivery partners.

How essential is stakeholder management in this position?

Exceptional project and stakeholder management skills are critical, as the role involves working closely with multiple stakeholders and facilitating communication.

What languages are preferred for this role?

Additional EU languages such as French, German, Italian, or Spanish are preferred.

Is the company committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Amazon is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to employing a diverse workforce as central to its success.

Will the candidate be expected to take initiative in problem-solving?

Yes, candidates should have a proven ability to identify, analyze, and solve ambiguous problems with a strong attention to detail.

Amazon

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. We are driven by the excitement of building technologies, inventing products, and providing services that change lives. We embrace new ways of doing things, make decisions quickly, and are not afraid to fail. We have the scope and capabilities of a large company, and the spirit and heart of a small one. Together, Amazonians research and develop new technologies from Amazon Web Services to Alexa on behalf of our customers: shoppers, sellers, content creators, and developers around the world. Our mission is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our actions, goals, projects, programs, and inventions begin and end with the customer top of mind. You'll also hear us say that at Amazon, it's always "Day 1."​ What do we mean? That our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon's very first day - to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and focus on delighting our customers.