As a Line Haul Manager for air network, you will be responsible for executing carrier operations for the assigned region. The role is part of Line Haul operations team. You will work closely with internal stakeholders including Fulfillment Centers, Sort Centers &amp; Last Mile operations team and external stakeholders like vendors and carriers. We are looking for individuals with proven ability to drive process improvements &amp; ability to keep pace with our explosive growth while motivating others to meet the challenges of an extremely deadline driven environment. The individual should have a can-do attitude and an ability to solve problems independently with limited guidance. Your role will involve managing operational metrics, lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage carrier relationships and plan for any changes in network. Roles &amp; Responsibilities - Manage the weekly creation and daily management of the line haul schedule and associated systems - Transportation carrier performance management, such as on-time truck performance, placements - Management and Liaising with Co-Loading vendors - Tracking existing metrics to detect &amp; remove any defects - Continuous Improvement Management with carriers, as well as development of SOPs - Lead carrier relationships with senion leaders for 1-2 carriers directly - Plan scale up of capacities for peak - Assisting with project support, ensuring Amazon's requirements, guidelines and policies are communicated and executed by Transportation carriers - Lead initiatives on network speed, DFI and reliability for your region - Maintain and improve communication between Amazon and external carrier, stepping in to mediate wherever necessary - Understand industry landscape and assess impact on operations and plan changes Skills &amp; Experience - BE/ B.Tech Engineering from an university, Operations or related field - 3+ years Transportation or Supply Chain experience, preferably in a similar role, within a high-volume logistics, manufacturing or engineering environment - Forecasting, planning or scheduling background in a transportation or production environment. - Basic/Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools and Lean techniques preferred. Excel skills required - Excellent problem-solving, task prioritization, follow-up, and customer service skills. - Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment - Strong Analytical skills: Effectively analyze and interpret information, identifying &amp; validating the key facts, including reviewing alternatives to determine advantages and associated risks.

Kolkata

Amazon - Linehaul Manager 

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