Principal Supply Chain Optimization, AWS Cloud Logistics

Amazon • $176K — $239K *

Bellevue, WA 98006In-Person

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8 - 10 years of experience

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Qualifications

10+ years of supply chain experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Proven experience in program management across planning, execution, and project delivery.
5+ years collaborating cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
Strong background in logistics, operations, or transportation management.
Preferred degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related quantitative fields.

Responsibilities

Define and execute logistics network optimization strategy focused on facility placement and transportation routing.
Lead complex, cross-functional programs managing risks and dependencies at scale.
Collaborate closely with engineering teams to influence product roadmaps and optimize decision systems.
Ensure network designs translate into sustainable operational models by working with operations leaders.
Communicate strategies and recommendations to senior leadership in clear, concise formats.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription).
401(k) matching to support retirement savings.
Paid time off to promote work-life balance.
Parental leave for new parents.
Access to comprehensive mental health support and resources.

Full Job Description

We are seeking a Principal leader to own logistics network optimization strategy and execution across the global portfolio, connecting transportation, warehousing and manufacturing for optimal outcomes. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role at the intersection of technology, supply chain design, and operational execution. You will lead end-to-end program management of our data center supply chain and distribution network structure - defining where we place facilities, how we route hardware flow from OEMs and Contract Manufacturers through to data center rack deployment. This role will partner with technology teams, 3PL operators, and suppliers to continuously improve speed and resilience at massive scale.

The right candidate combines deep supply chain and network design expertise with strong technical fluency, executive presence, and a builder mentality. You will influence VP+ leaders, drive multi-year roadmaps, and deliver programs that scale the network to meet AWS's exponential capacity demands.

Key job responsibilities

-Network Optimization Strategy: Define and execute the long-term logistics network optimization strategy including facility placement, capacity planning, inventory positioning, and transportation routing
• Program Management: Lead complex, cross-functional programs spanning multiple teams, workstreams, and delivery milestones; manage dependencies, risks, and escalation paths at scale
• Technology Partnership: Partner closely with engineering and technology teams to define requirements, influence roadmaps, and drive adoption of optimization tools, automation, and data-driven decision systems
• Operations Integration: Collaborate with operations leaders to ensure network design decisions translate into executable, sustainable operational models
• Stakeholder Influence: Communicate strategy, trade-offs, and recommendations to senior leadership (VP+); write crisp documents (6-pagers, OP narratives, WBRs) that drive alignment and decisions
• Org Leadership: Mentor and develop team members; set the bar for operational excellence and delivery within the organization

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 10+ years of supply chain experience, or Bachelor's degree

- Experience with program management spanning planning, execution and project delivery

- Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience

- Experience in program management, logistics, operations, supply chain, transportation, or a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Math, Business or other related quantitative disciplines

- Experience in the application of network design, including knowledge of major routing protocols, topology design, network hardware, device configuration, and traffic engineering

- Experience in any of the following: Cloud Architecture, Systems Design, Software Development, Infrastructure Architecture, Data Engineering or DevOps

- Knowledge of data analytics with tools such as Tableau, SQL, Quick-sight

- Experience leading large-scale, technical or engineering programs with a proven record of thought leadership, business case development, realizing customer benefits, and successful program completion

- Experience working in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment

- Experience working across teams and influencing teams that are not your own

- Strong written communication skills with experience authoring Amazon-style 6-pagers and narratives

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, Bellevue - 176,900.00 - 239,400.00 USD annually

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Size

1,608 employees

Market Cap

$832.6 billion

Industry

Retail & Consumer Goods

Net Income

$21.3 billion

Founded

1994

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