Senior Tech Infra Program Manager, Strategic Planning

Amazon is building its in-house material handling capabilities through the One Material Handling System (OMHS). They are seeking a Senior Technical Infrastructure Program Manager to lead the execution strategy for material handling system implementations and ensure successful project delivery across Amazon's network.

Responsibilities

• You will serve as the single-threaded leader between engineering teams, operations, and implementation partners
• You will lead cross-functional communications and strategic planning for material handling system deployment, determine KPIs, and drive standardization initiatives
• You must be obsessed with execution excellence, creating mechanisms and processes that increase velocity while maintaining quality
• You will be key in assisting in the development of our Project Lifecycle Framework and implementation playbooks
• This role requires building relationships with Amazon development and operations teams and with senior leaders
• Drive technical integration strategy and execution for complex material handling systems
• Lead end-to-end system implementation programs spanning mechanical engineering, controls integration, power systems, and operational requirements of specific project(s) of a particular building type (ARS, SSD, AMZL, IXD)
• Customize and execute standardized technical deployment methodologies and integration playbooks to enable implementation of Amazon-spec material handling equipment
• Execute complex material handling projects through all lifecycle phases while ensuring technical requirements, performance standards, and operational metrics are met
• Coordinate between specialized engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, controls) and maintain ownership for system integration approaches
• Drive continuous improvement in technical integration methods, system performance standards, and commissioning procedures
• Manage technical partnerships with OEMs and 3P engineering firms to ensure optimal system design and integration
• Leverage technical knowledge management systems and engineering documentation standards for material handling implementations
• Maintain alignment between engineering teams, operations stakeholders, and external partners on technical requirements and system specifications
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks in system design, integration approach, and operational implementation
• Define technical standards and best practices for material handling system implementations for specific project(s)

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years experience, preferably in design, specification, project management and execution of large-scale complex material handling systems, or domain expertise in one of the following disciplines: industrial, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering; industrial or construction management
• 5+ years managing core project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality and risk management, reporting and metric development/tracking
• Strong understanding of material handling equipment and systems integration
• Experience in manufacturing/operations/supply chain analysis, and process improvement (eg. Lean Six Sigma)
• Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects on time and on budget
• Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, proven problem-solving skills, and strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, matrix environment
• Demonstrated ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and evaluate outcomes
• Ability to roll up sleeves and operate as an individual contributor to get the job done
• Able to travel up to 30%, US and International
• Advanced degree in Engineering or related technical field
• Experience with material handling equipment integration and systems
• Experience with conveyor control systems and automation
• Experience with cross-belt sorters and complex material handling systems
• Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification
• Six Sigma certification
• Experience working with material handling OEMs and integration partners
• Track record of establishing standardized processes and playbooks
• Experience scaling technical project delivery organizations

Benefits

• Equity
• Sign-on payments
• Medical
• Financial
• Other benefits

Company Overview

• Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://amazon.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• Amazon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 18969 in 2025, 21175 in 2024, 19057 in 2023, 24088 in 2022, 12233 in 2021, 14881 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.