Sr. Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Intermodal

Amazons Intermodal (AZIM) team is looking for a strategic analytically-minded leader to join as a Senior Supply Chain Manager focused on intermodal network optimization. This is a high-impact role responsible for driving cost efficiency operational performance and strategic supply decisions across Amazons intermodal network spanning drayage operations rail partnerships equipment utilization and mode optimization.

The ideal candidate combines deep analytical capability with the ability to set strategic direction is comfortable influencing cross-functional partners and holding external providers accountable and thrives in a fast-paced environment where data-driven decisions directly impact network cost and service reliability. This role requires someone who can both identify the so what from complex data and drive initiatives from concept through execution.

Key job responsibilities
Network Cost & Supply Optimization
-Develop and drive supply mix strategies that optimize cost service and capacity across Amazons intermodal network
-Identify and execute initiatives to improve network efficiency including drayage optimization mode selection carrier mix and equipment utilization
-Build business cases for strategic investments and operational changes with quantified financial impact

Performance Management & Partner Accountability
-Monitor key performance indicators including transit time on-time delivery dwell equipment ratios and cost-per-unit metrics
-Own escalation and resolution processes for service failures compliance gaps and contractual disputes with external partners

Data-Driven Strategy & Insights
-Conduct deep-dive analyses on network performance data including lane-level metrics cost drivers capacity utilization and operational bottlenecks
-Translate analytical findings into strategic recommendations that influence network design sourcing decisions and operational improvements

Cross-Functional Partnership & Influence
-Partner with Product Tech and Finance to translate operational insights into product requirements success metrics and automation priorities
-Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing on contract strategy providing data-driven inputs to support negotiation positions

Executive Communication & Reporting
-Develop and present weekly/monthly performance reviews and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
-Author whitepapers and strategy documents that articulate network optimization opportunities financial impact and recommended actions

A day in the life
Analyze network cost and performance dashboards to identify emerging trends cost anomalies or service degradation requiring action

Conduct deep dives on lane-level supply mix decisions evaluating drayage vs. OTR trade-offs carrier allocation and capacity constraints

Lead performance review discussions with transportation partners to address service gaps and agree on corrective action plans

Partner with Product and Tech teams on roadmap priorities translating operational pain points into product requirements

Develop strategy documents and business cases for network optimization initiatives quantifying savings and implementation paths

Collaborate with Operations teams on execution challenges related to ramp congestion equipment positioning and carrier coordination

About the team
Amazon Intermodal (AZIM) is Amazons internal intermodal transportation program managing the movement of freight across the nations Class 1 railroad network. The team oversees rail strategy carrier relationships operational execution and financial performance for one of Amazons most cost-efficient long-haul transportation modes. We partner closely with Strategic Sourcing Drayage Operations Security and Finance to deliver reliable secure and cost-effective intermodal service at scale.

- 5 years of program or project management experience
- 5 years of supply chain 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

- 2 years of driving process improvements experience
- Masters degree or MBA in business operations human resources adult education organizational development instructional design or related field

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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 GA Atlanta - 115400.00 - 160000.00 USD annually