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ACES Manager Sort Center, Middle Mile ACES

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Amazon

Sep 15, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Engineering
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Lucknow

Requirements

  • Previous experience in operational logistics/supply chain, manufacturing, transportation, general management or engineering role
  • Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen technique
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of time to analyze, implement, monitor best practice solutions.
  • Excellent analytical skills to evaluate complex processes and financial scenarios.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Demonstrate strong track record of team leadership within a large scale rapid and process driven environment, whilst also being able to handle multiple projects.
  • Sound business acumen
  • Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and related software
  • Graduation in any subject

Responsibilities

  • The ACES manager will be supporting a SCs in a region. He/She will be working with site leadership to
  • Deploy the SC Benchmarking processes which have been adapted for India to train ops leaders and establish sustainable mechanism in INSCs.
  • Use the PDCA methodology to drive small scale improvements in processes
  • Use the Kaizen methodology to drive large scale process improvements or reduction in costs.
  • Sustain roll out of CI essentials and Kaizen essentials training to managers.
  • Align with WW ACES attempt to use “Amazonian terminology for ACES tools”. Develop robust systems and train operators to drive the value we expect Area Organization and Area Readiness.

FAQs

What is the primary role of an ACES Manager in a Sort Center?

The primary role of an ACES Manager is to support Sort Centers in improving operations on behalf of Amazon customers, driving standardization efforts, and acting as a liaison with other departments while coordinating cross-functional projects.

What methodologies are used by ACES Managers to drive process improvements?

ACES Managers use PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) methodology for small scale improvements and Kaizen methodology for large scale process improvements or cost reductions.

What kind of experience is required for the ACES Manager position?

The position requires previous experience in operational logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, transportation, general management, or engineering roles.

Is knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies necessary for this role?

Yes, knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen techniques is a basic qualification for the ACES Manager role.

How much travel is expected for the ACES Manager position?

The ACES Manager position requires the ability to travel up to 50% of the time to analyze, implement, and monitor best practice solutions.

What kind of skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include excellent analytical skills, strong communication abilities, team leadership experience, sound business acumen, and proficient knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word.

What educational qualifications are required for the ACES Manager position?

A graduation in any subject is required, and a post-graduation or MBA is preferred.

Where are the potential work locations for the ACES Manager position?

The potential work locations include Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar, Gurgaon, Jaipur, and Lucknow in India.

What is the company’s stance on equal opportunity employment?

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in employment regardless of minority status, gender, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or age.

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