Expired
Returnship Program UK Ops, Amazon Operations
Company
Amazon TA
Location
Ellistown
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
Job Requirements/Description
Amazon Operations are part of the wider amazon operations structure. Specifically, Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) and Amazon Logistics (AMZL) are responsible for operational excellence and strategic planning in middle and last miles making sure that every Amazon parcel is delivered to the customer in the most efficient and customer centric manner, using various means of transportation, utilising our sortation and delivery stations. Our Field Operations sites are made up of Operations and Logistics professionals, who each bring a unique background and perspective to their site.
What you can expect from the program?
• A 6-month paid employment opportunity
• Specialised coaching from Career Returners to support your return to the workplace
• A mentor from a relevant Amazon employee affinity group
• A buddy to assist you in learning and development
• Access to a curated suite of training and learning opportunities
• Program of learning and networking opportunities with leaders from Amazon EU operations - ATS and AMZL
• An opportunity to work in a role that will leverage your skills, update your resume with new experience, and grow your network
• The possibility of a permanent role, based on your performance, at the end of the programme.
Amazon offers flexible working options, including hybrid office/home working (Amazon observes a 3-day week in the office working pattern. All flexible working requests will be considered on a case by case basis with the manager at the end of the program.
Who is Amazon EU Operations for?
You will be an experienced professional who has the right to work in the country for which you are applying, and who has had a career break of 18+ months prior to joining the program in August 2024. You may have been working small-scale around other commitments or not done any paid work during this period.
You will be interested in joining a values-led business, embracing the Amazon Leadership Principles and kick-starting the next chapter of your career.
Amazon EU Operations is keen to hear from people whose previous careers were in a number of sectors including, but not limited to, retail, FMCG, transportation and logistics, financial services, consulting and advertising.
All candidates must have the right to work in the destination country by the first day of employment
About the team
Amazon couldn't deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, you'll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, you'll help Amazon's transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient.
We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination - quickly, conveniently and sustainably.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - You have been out of the workplace for 18+ months
- A degree
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Excel
- Experience working cross functionally with teams
- Advanced proficiency in written and verbal English
- Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including your peers and leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Leading large teams
Logistics
Transportation
Retail
Supply Chain
Process Improvement
Operations
These roles will be based in Amazon fulfilment centres and/or Delivery Stations and will require the successful applicant to be based onsite. The role will be shift based, typically 4 days per week, however during the initial training period this may move to 5 days per week, before aligning to the designated shift.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit
What you can expect from the program?
• A 6-month paid employment opportunity
• Specialised coaching from Career Returners to support your return to the workplace
• A mentor from a relevant Amazon employee affinity group
• A buddy to assist you in learning and development
• Access to a curated suite of training and learning opportunities
• Program of learning and networking opportunities with leaders from Amazon EU operations - ATS and AMZL
• An opportunity to work in a role that will leverage your skills, update your resume with new experience, and grow your network
• The possibility of a permanent role, based on your performance, at the end of the programme.
Amazon offers flexible working options, including hybrid office/home working (Amazon observes a 3-day week in the office working pattern. All flexible working requests will be considered on a case by case basis with the manager at the end of the program.
Who is Amazon EU Operations for?
You will be an experienced professional who has the right to work in the country for which you are applying, and who has had a career break of 18+ months prior to joining the program in August 2024. You may have been working small-scale around other commitments or not done any paid work during this period.
You will be interested in joining a values-led business, embracing the Amazon Leadership Principles and kick-starting the next chapter of your career.
Amazon EU Operations is keen to hear from people whose previous careers were in a number of sectors including, but not limited to, retail, FMCG, transportation and logistics, financial services, consulting and advertising.
All candidates must have the right to work in the destination country by the first day of employment
About the team
Amazon couldn't deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, you'll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, you'll help Amazon's transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient.
We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination - quickly, conveniently and sustainably.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - You have been out of the workplace for 18+ months
- A degree
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Excel
- Experience working cross functionally with teams
- Advanced proficiency in written and verbal English
- Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including your peers and leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Leading large teams
Logistics
Transportation
Retail
Supply Chain
Process Improvement
Operations
These roles will be based in Amazon fulfilment centres and/or Delivery Stations and will require the successful applicant to be based onsite. The role will be shift based, typically 4 days per week, however during the initial training period this may move to 5 days per week, before aligning to the designated shift.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit
Company
Amazon TA
Location
Ellistown
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary