Amazon

Principal Program Manager, Amazon Customer Service

Amazon$137K — $186K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience working with both technical and non-technical teams
  • 7+ years in program or project management roles
  • 7+ years of experience presenting and communicating results to senior leadership
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Strong background in process automation and standardization
  • Demonstrated ability to define program requirements and utilize data for improvements

Responsibilities

  • Define and deliver the vision and strategy for feature launch readiness
  • Design scalable intake automation processes to expedite partner prioritization
  • Build and manage a centralized product roadmap for benefit tracking and risk identification
  • Establish frameworks for quarterly roadmap reviews and stakeholder engagement
  • Lead change management initiatives and manage UAT processes effectively
  • Develop feedback mechanisms to guide organizational prioritization
  • Mentor team members to enhance their skills in managing complex launches

Benefits

  • Health insurance including dental and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Parental leave options
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
  • Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) options
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Principal Program Manager to define and deliver programs with broad cross-organizational impact, owning the mechanisms that enable successful feature launches empowering CSAs and improving customer experience across the AE organization. In this role, you will set the vision and strategy for how we intake, prioritize, and launch features at scale. You will design mechanisms that transform how cross-functional teams - spanning Product, Technology, and Operations - collaborate to bring features from concept to launch readiness. This is a high-impact role for a strategic leader who thrives in ambiguity, influences without authority across senior stakeholders, and has a track record of building mechanisms that scale. You will own the end-to-end strategy for intake transformation, change management evolution - including stakeholder management, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and incubation - and product roadmap visibility. Your work will directly enable our vision to provide customers a convenient, high-quality, and delightful experience across all CS channels while empowering CSAs to focus on genuine human connection as technology handles complexity. Key job responsibilities - Define and deliver the vision, strategy, and mechanisms for feature launch readiness across the AE organization - Design and implement scalable intake automation that eliminates manual processes and accelerates partner prioritization - Build and own a centralized product roadmap mechanism that provides benefit tracking, status updates, and risk identification to cross-functional stakeholders - Establish quarterly roadmap reviews and feature-specific stakeholder engagement models that align Product, Technology, and Operations leadership - Lead change management evolution including stakeholder management frameworks, UAT processes, and incubation strategies for new feature launches - Design and own feedback mechanisms that inform organizational prioritization and long-term roadmap strategy across cross-functional stakeholders - Influence team priorities and business strategy through data-driven contributions, removing bottlenecks and creating scalable best practices - Mentor and develop team members, upskilling the organization's capability to manage complex, cross-functional launches independently - Identify and mitigate launch risks before they become roadblocks, ensuring critical initiatives maintain execution momentum - Write strategic narratives and present to senior leadership to drive alignment on launch strategies and investment decisions BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience - 7+ years of program or project management experience - 7+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience - Bachelor's degree - Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization - Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality - MBA - Experience owning program strategy, managing end-to-end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership - Experience working with, presenting to and influencing senior executives up to VP level 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. USA, WA, Seattle - 137,600.00 - 186,200.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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Market Cap
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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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