Manager, Logistics & Supply Chain, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.


Key job responsibilities
The Kuiper team is looking for a Logistics Manager - Internal Transportation Ops to lead and scale the Intercampus Transportation Program, implement and lead processes, and support the external supply chain team to manage domestic and international outbound freight and third-party logistics services. This position will also take on the challenge of managing busy and congested yards by influencing and optimizing yard design and implementing yard management practices.

The ideal candidate has experience in global logistics, trade compliance, operational experience, has great business acumen and judgment, analytical abilities, written and verbal communication skills, and most importantly, a proven record of implementing scalable logistics programs. They will have a bias toward data driven decision making, be comfortable with ambiguity and juggling multiple projects, be able to think big and creatively (while paying careful attention to detail), and enjoy working in a dynamic environment.

Specifically, in this role you will:
• Own and lead all Kuiper Intercampus Transportation Operations and manage the third-party logistics service provider relationship
• Work with Manufacturing Operations and Inventory Management to develop and implement the Kuiper inventory and logistics processes, systems and controls
• Scale logistics capabilities and capacities to meet Kuiper objectives with increasing volumes
• Manage internal and external third party freight and logistics suppliers
• Extract insights from data and be able to communicate appropriate triggers and actions
• Exhibit a constant passion for delivering an exceptional customer experience
• Influence supplier selections and engineering design decisions to factor sustainable quality
• Influence supplier investments in continuous improvement to improve results at continually lower costs and risks
• Prepare and provide data driven reviews to management with a focus on optimizing the supply chain for expediency and security
• Represent Kuiper Supply Chain on cross-functional initiatives.
• Own existing yard management and the design and improvement of yard flow.

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.

A day in the life
Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious and earn trust. At Amazon, our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people.

Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

Innovation is part of our DNA! Our goal is to be Earth's most customer-centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design and wireless systems.

We're dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work.


• 4+ years of relevant experience in industry and/or academia.
• 4+ years of experience in transportation, supply chain operations or logistics
• 3+ years of experience managing third party logistics providers
• 3+ years of experience managing and developing teams
• 3+ years of experience managing inbound/outbound freight yards


• Be comfortable with ambiguity and curious to learn new skills
• Curious to learn in depth about both technology and our customers concepts, and pushing your comfort zone.
• An effective multi-tasker who navigates a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with grace and efficiency.
• Experience with inventory management, inbound/outbound, and warehousing
• Experience with global trade compliance and supplier compliance auditing
• Experience designing and implementing freight yards or improving freight yard flow.


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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $101,200/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.