Process Engineer Program Manager, Process Engineering

Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is building a world-class last mile operation in Japan. AMZL aims to exceed customer expectations by ensuring orders are delivered quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively.

The Amazon Logistics Japan Process Engineering team is seeking a Process Engineer to support program management, operational planning, and engineering project tracking. In this role, you will be the operational backbone of our engineering organization, driving visibility, accountability, and execution excellence across multiple engineering functions.

The successful candidate will lead the creation and delivery of business reviews (MBRs, QBRs), operational planning cycles (OP1, OP2, 3YF), and implement robust tracking mechanisms for engineering projects. You will work closely with Process Engineering teams to ensure project commitments are tracked, cost savings are measured, and CAPEX requirements are managed effectively.

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to influence stakeholders at multiple organizational levels. You will use tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Excel, and other project management platforms to maintain real-time visibility of project status, risks, and dependencies.

This role is based in Tokyo. The position requires business-level English and conversational Japanese. Domestic and international travel may be required (approximately 10-15% of work time).

At Amazon, you'll work alongside the latest AI and GenAI tools that are increasingly woven into how teams operate: from AI-powered capabilities that accelerate decision-making, to Generative AI that helps you focus on work that truly matters. You'll have opportunities and resources to develop AI fluency at your own pace, with continuous learning built into the culture.

Key job responsibilities
1. Lead business review mechanisms and operational planning – Own the creation, coordination, and delivery of Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), OP1, OP2, and 3-Year Forward planning documents for the Japan Process Engineering organization, ensuring alignment with leadership priorities and business objectives.

2. Implement and manage project tracking mechanisms – Design, implement, and maintain project tracking systems using Asana, Smartsheet, Excel, and other tools to provide real-time visibility into project status, milestones, cost savings, CAPEX requirements, and resource allocation across engineering teams.

3. Drive project accountability and execution – Follow up with project owners to track implementation status of OP2 commitments, identify risks and blockers, escalate issues appropriately, and ensure projects remain on track to deliver committed outcomes and timelines.

4. Provide regular leadership updates and reporting – Prepare and deliver weekly status updates, executive summaries, and ad-hoc reports for leadership, translating complex project data into clear, actionable insights that drive decision-making.

5. Support engineering teams with program coordination – Partner with Process Engineering teams to coordinate cross-functional initiatives, manage dependencies, and facilitate communication across geographies and functions as needed.

About the team
Our multicultural Process Engineering team has members from different nationalities. If you are excited about working in a diverse group and contributing to an inclusive culture, this opportunity is for you.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, economics, computer science, data science, engineering, or other related field
- Experience managing projects
- Experience in analyzing data to drive decisions
- Experience in English-language communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience in defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics
- 3+ years of project/program management experience

Preferred Qualifications

- Master's degree in engineering, management, or technology
- Experience within a distribution center, logistics, or manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and process improvement methodologies
- Speak, write, and read fluently in Japanese
- Experience working with multiple groups of stakeholders
- Experience working across teams and influencing teams that are not your own
- Demonstrated ability to think big and challenge conventional approaches

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