Sr. Program Manager, AWS, Global Deal Strategy and Programs
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Location: San Francisco, CA 94112
Description:
Are you passionate about driving data-driven programs and creating innovative business solutions? Do you excel at translating complex scenarios into simplified mechanisms and building consensus across diverse stakeholder groups? AWS has an exciting opportunity for you!
Global Deal Strategy & Programs (GDSP) is seeking a Program Manager to develop and implement scaling solution to help shape the future of our organization. You will work directly with the Director of GDSP Mechanisms and Scaling to create and execute cross-org programs that leverage data analytics and artificial intelligence to drive sustainable business outcomes. In this hands-on global role, you will work cross-functionally with members from various teams, including Operations, Analytics, Sales Compensation, Workforce Planning, HR, Finance and others to build and deploy mechanisms to improve efficiency across GDSP. This role requires an individual who can balance technical expertise with strategic thinking to build credibility with internal customers and stakeholders across all levels.
You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity, pivoting needs or competing priorities. You must be comfortable diving deep on the strategic, technical, and tactical levels. You will think up, propose, design, and implement big ideas to improve the business for both day-to-day operations and long-term solutions. You must be customer obsessed and apply high standards.
The ideal candidate has a strong interest in building innovative solutions; must have proven analytical capabilities (including ability to deep dive, root cause and permanently eliminate hazards and risks) and ability to multi-task; and can thrive in a fast-paced environment with exceptional communication and project management skills. The ideal candidate must have high judgment and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in many areas across the company.
Key job responsibilities
Working with the broader stakeholder community to help identify synergies and build corresponding processes that meets the aggregate needs of the business at scale.
Leading critical scaling initiatives focused on improving business outcomes, translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership.
Developing narratives, generating reports, and performing in-depth data analysis.
Building and maintaining mechanisms to track KPIs and conduct deep dives.
Communicating progress, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
Driving accountability across stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
\tBuilding and manage relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment on scaling initiatives.
Leverage data analytics and artificial intelligence to drive sustainable business outcomes.
Working with tech teams on automating processes and improving operational excellence.
Developing standardized processes and best practices to improve organizational efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
\t8+ years of program or project management experience.
\t5+ years of leading process improvements experience.
\tDirect experience working deal team/sales and customer facing teams.
\tTrack record of building and implementing scalable solutions and managing complex, cross-functional programs.
\tDeep experience using data and metrics to identify gaps and drive improvements.
\tExperience developing and owning program strategy, work back schedules, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership.
\tAdvanced Excel.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of program or project management experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Direct experience working deal team/sales and customer facing teams.
- Track record of building and implementing scalable solutions and managing complex, cross-functional programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
- 5+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Advanced Excel skills
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $104,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Global Deal Strategy & Programs (GDSP) is seeking a Program Manager to develop and implement scaling solution to help shape the future of our organization. You will work directly with the Director of GDSP Mechanisms and Scaling to create and execute cross-org programs that leverage data analytics and artificial intelligence to drive sustainable business outcomes. In this hands-on global role, you will work cross-functionally with members from various teams, including Operations, Analytics, Sales Compensation, Workforce Planning, HR, Finance and others to build and deploy mechanisms to improve efficiency across GDSP. This role requires an individual who can balance technical expertise with strategic thinking to build credibility with internal customers and stakeholders across all levels.
You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity, pivoting needs or competing priorities. You must be comfortable diving deep on the strategic, technical, and tactical levels. You will think up, propose, design, and implement big ideas to improve the business for both day-to-day operations and long-term solutions. You must be customer obsessed and apply high standards.
The ideal candidate has a strong interest in building innovative solutions; must have proven analytical capabilities (including ability to deep dive, root cause and permanently eliminate hazards and risks) and ability to multi-task; and can thrive in a fast-paced environment with exceptional communication and project management skills. The ideal candidate must have high judgment and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in many areas across the company.
Key job responsibilities
Working with the broader stakeholder community to help identify synergies and build corresponding processes that meets the aggregate needs of the business at scale.
Leading critical scaling initiatives focused on improving business outcomes, translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership.
Developing narratives, generating reports, and performing in-depth data analysis.
Building and maintaining mechanisms to track KPIs and conduct deep dives.
Communicating progress, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
Driving accountability across stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
\tBuilding and manage relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment on scaling initiatives.
Leverage data analytics and artificial intelligence to drive sustainable business outcomes.
Working with tech teams on automating processes and improving operational excellence.
Developing standardized processes and best practices to improve organizational efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
\t8+ years of program or project management experience.
\t5+ years of leading process improvements experience.
\tDirect experience working deal team/sales and customer facing teams.
\tTrack record of building and implementing scalable solutions and managing complex, cross-functional programs.
\tDeep experience using data and metrics to identify gaps and drive improvements.
\tExperience developing and owning program strategy, work back schedules, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership.
\tAdvanced Excel.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of program or project management experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Direct experience working deal team/sales and customer facing teams.
- Track record of building and implementing scalable solutions and managing complex, cross-functional programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
- 5+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Advanced Excel skills
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $104,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.