Logistics Operations Lead PPF, Satellite Infrastructure Logistics, PPF
Merritt Island, FL - USA
Job Summary
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Amazon Leo Payload Processing Facility (PPF) is seeking an experienced logistics professional to assist with the 2nd shift activities listed below in both Florida as well as in French Guiana. This role is expected to travel up to 25% of the time internationally. Successful candidates must also be able to pass the federal security checks to receive an access badge to Kennedy Space Center.
Key job responsibilities
Write review and provide feedback on team-related SOPs related to warehousing and inventory activities at the PPF
Receive Amazon Leo managed and supplier shipments
Use proprietary software and ERP systems to virtually receive and manage material
Execute functional requirements of global trade and transportation management software requirements
Provide guidance and expertise in logistics related discussions
Accurately track and account for all inventory located at the PPF warehouse to include cycle counts
Efficiently deliver material to PPF stakeholders both physically and virtually
Coordinate trailer or container movements within the PPF Yard
Meet operational metrics related to warehouse receiving and inventory activities
Effectively communicate high priority matters with Transportation leadership
Shift schedule will vary depending on production/launch schedules
Operate equipment including; forklifts pallet jacks electric pallet jacks and hand cart
Role requires up to 25% travel
A day in the life
You will start your morning reviewing shift turnover notes and checking inbound shipment schedules flagging any delivery risks that need immediate attention. From there you might join a daily standup to align on priorities with the warehouse and transportation teams. Throughout the day you could be at the dock receiving shipments and verifying material condition posting goods receipts in SAP or out on the warehouse floor running cycle counts and resolving inventory variances. You will use forklifts and pallet jacks to move stage and deliver hardware to the cleanroom and integration teams. You will lead a team of warehouse associates across receiving and inventory activities write and review SOPs and connect with engineering and production peers to troubleshoot supply challenges together. This role includes up to 25% international travel to support launch operations in French Guiana.
About the team
Our team is focused on ensuring Amazons hardware programs have the components and materials they need when they need them. We partner closely with engineering planning and finance teams to deliver logistics solutions that balance cost quality and speed. We value collaboration continuous learning and a commitment to improving how we work. If you are looking for a role where you can build foundational procurement skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes at scale we would love to hear from you.
- Bachelors degree or above in Business Procurement Logistics Accounting Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Analysis Construction or other related fields
- Bachelors degree or above in Supply Chain Management Engineering Math Business or other related quantitative disciplines
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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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 FL Merritt Island - 62600.00 - 109600.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Manager
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