Transportation Operations Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: Lead and supervise a team of Transportation Area Managers that are located within the individual sites in an effort to streamline logistics within each individual operationResponsible for the overall safety, quality and performance and customer experience of your regionCarry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and proceduresAccountability for meeting and exceeding operational goalsStrategic planning and forecasting; appraise performance; reward and coach employees; resolve problems; address staffing needsMentor, train and develop teammates for career progression and learningAbility to develop and share best practices across the shifts and networkTravel up to 50% may be requiredCandidates must be flexible to work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidaysBasic qualifications- 3+ years of employee and performance management experience- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidaysPreferred qualification - 1+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience- Experience managing a team of 2+ salaried employees and 70+ indirect employees- Experience scoping, leading, and implementing process improvements through: Lean process, Kaizen, and/or Six Sigma.- Demonstrated problem solving skills and analytical skills- Excellent customer service skills, communication skills and interpersonal skills- Track record of meeting or exceeding department performance goals- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.- Experience in: military, manufacturing, automotive, biotech, electronics, energy, instrumentation, machinery, defense/aerospace, medical, cosmetics, production, or distribution environments. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at .USA, CO, Colorado Springs - 91,000.00 - 136,500.00 USD annually