Program Manager II, Transportation Long Term Capacity Planning

Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers more of what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon.com continues to grow and evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform. Amazon's evolution from Web site to e-commerce partner to development platform is driven by the spirit of innovation that is part of the company's DNA. The world's brightest technology minds come to Amazon.com to research and develop technology that improves the lives of shoppers and sellers around the world. We are looking for a good fit to join our Transportation Long Term Capacity Planning Team, part of the larger Supply Chain Team. This team plays a crucial role in strategically planning and executing Amazon's Transportation network topology over a 1-3 year horizon. As a Middle Mile Program Manager, you will be at the forefront of uniting cross-functional teams to evolve our network, continuously optimizing for cost, speed, and reliability while maintaining a strong customer focus. In this role, you will be responsible for developing capacity solutions that address both current and future demands, ensuring business continuity even through peak periods. Your work will directly contribute to our long-term strategy programs, preparing Amazon's logistics network for sustained growth while striking the delicate balance between delivery speed, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. You will leverage your expertise in long-term forecasting and capacity planning to make data-driven decisions that shape the future of our Middle Mile operations. This position requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams across the organization. Your insights and recommendations will be instrumental in guiding senior leadership decisions and driving the continuous improvement of our vast logistics network. As a key member of this team, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Amazon's ability to meet and exceed customer expectations in the years to come, playing a vital role in our mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company. You are expected to have exceptional analytical, planning, and written/verbal communication skills. You know and love working with business intelligence tools, are comfortable accessing and working with big data from multiple sources, and are enthusiastic about partnering with the business to deliver results. You are a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, able to think big, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Join our team and help shape the future of Amazon's logistics network, contributing to our mission of becoming Earth's most customer-centric company while balancing delivery speed with efficiency and cost-effectiveness! Key job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: • Lead long-term forecasting efforts for the Middle Mile network, focusing on Quarterly Guidance Numbers Validation • Run and maintain complex forecasting models to predict network capacity requirements 1-3 years in advance • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights for accurate long-term forecasting • Analyze historical data, market trends, and business strategies to refine long-term forecasting methodologies • Present forecasts and recommendations to senior leadership, supporting strategic decision-making • Oversee the Plan of Record (POR) planning process, ensuring alignment with company objectives and financial targets • Identify opportunities for network improvements and cost optimizations based on long-term forecasting insights • Manage a team of analysts, providing guidance and mentorship to enhance forecasting capabilities • Develop capacity solutions for current and future demands, ensuring business continuity through peak periods • Contribute to long-term strategy programs that