Operations Manager, III, SSD, SMD1

Operations Manager — Sub-Same Day Delivery Managed end-to-end operations at a last-mile delivery station, overseeing inbound, sort, and dispatch processes. Led a team of 50–100+ associates across multiple shifts, driving performance in delivery quality, cost efficiency, and safety. Owned key operational metrics including DPMO, route efficiency, and on-time delivery rates. Partnered cross-functionally with planning, transportation, and workforce management to meet daily volume targets and SLA commitments.

• Key job responsibilities
• Key Job Responsibilities
• Operational Leadership
• Oversee daily end-to-end delivery station operations including inbound, sort, stage, and dispatch across multiple shifts
• Manage throughput and capacity planning to meet daily volume targets and CPT (Critical Pull Time) commitments
• Drive on-time delivery performance, ensuring SLA adherence for sub-same-day and same-day delivery promises
• Team Management
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 50–100+ associates, including direct oversight of L4/L5 Area Managers
• Own staffing plans, scheduling, and labor allocation to optimize headcount against forecasted volume
• Conduct performance reviews, manage attendance, and drive associate engagement and retention
• Safety & Compliance
• Maintain a culture of safety by enforcing OSHA standards, Amazon WHS policies, and site-specific safety protocols
• Lead daily safety stand-ups, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and last-mile delivery safety requirements
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies
• Drive cost-per-package reduction through efficiency gains in sort rates, route density, and labor productivity
• Lead ACES audits and benchmarking initiatives to elevate site performance against regional standards
• Metrics & Performance Management
• Basic Qualifications
• 3+ years of employee and performance management experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
• Equal Opportunity
• Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
• Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, MD, Baltimore - 91,000.00 - 136,500.00 USD annually