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business integration lead, operations for worldwide physical grocery stores Jobs in Seattle

business integration lead, operations for worldwide physical grocery stores

manager, sourcing prepared foods & bakery, worldwide grocery stores (wwgs) Jobs in Seattle

manager, sourcing prepared foods & bakery, worldwide grocery stores (wwgs)

order fulfillment specialist Jobs in Seattle

order fulfillment specialist

vendor buyer manager amazon fresh grocery

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><p>
Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? Amazon is looking for a talented Vendor Manager (VM) responsible for managing vendor relationships and setting the strategic direction for their business on Amazon Fresh.<br>
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The ideal candidate possesses experience in buying, marketing, and/or finance, with a track record of successful relationship management, strong analytical acumen, and experience generating and managing reporting and analysis. Great communication skills and understanding of Excel will be essential to your success. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will take ownership of projects and business problems to a successful result.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
Our environment is fast-paced, and requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with multiple teams, vendors, partners, and management. On a day to day basis, you will:<br>
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Drive strategic negotiations with large vendors and represent Amazon when meeting with senior leaders<br>
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Develop long-term strategies and significantly influences cross-category plans
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Work cross functionally, both within Amazon and the strategic vendor, and implement scalable, simple and automated solutions to address customer pain points
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Create opportunities for growth, customer acquisition, and brand- building for multiple sub-categories
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Audit metrics regularly, determine and prioritize business opportunities, identify risks and make recommendations to pursue<br>
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Identify industry trends and develop innovative marketing and merchandising initiatives to support growth</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>1+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>Experience using analytical specific tools such as Google Analytics, SQL or HTML</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience in process improvement</li><li>Experience managing large amounts of data</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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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&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $48,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $103,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Vendor/Buyer Manager, Amazon Fresh Grocery

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
The Manager, Sourcing Prepared Foods &amp; Bakery serves as the product owner and internal champion for our WW Grocery Store Private Brand business. They will own categories such as Perishable foods which span prepared Foods &amp; Bakey products. They will own managing, developing, and improving the structural profitability of our private brand assortment across our Amazon and WFM-branded products. This role is unique in that it spans Food categories with a supply chain serving all Grocery channels including WFM Stores, Amazon Go, Amazon Fresh Stores and online. In this role, you will work backwards from customer needs to develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy that delivers exceptional products while meeting financial guardrails and targets across all channels. This leader will manage a team of 6 and will need to be a passionate and effective people leader. They will be the trusted advisor for our category teams across Grocery channels and will be the subject matter expert in their categories. Additionally, this leader will need to be a master negotiator, as they own our supplier/vendor partnership, and will need to optimize those partnerships over time to meet the needs of our customers.
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This role will need to be an effective collaborator and owner, making decisive decisions across a varied multi-functional team including product development, channel category merchandising, partner private brands teams, and our quality and commercialization functions.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
Product Strategy &amp; Development<br>
<ul><li>Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for assigned categories, working backwards from customer needs to develop a compelling product roadmap</li><li>Create and maintain detailed product requirement documents, PRFAQs, and six-pagers to articulate product vision and strategy</li><li>Be subject matter expert on their categories with in the private labeling space, understanding the supplier landscape and optimizing our portfolio
</li><li>Drive both new product creation and renovation of existing products to ensure the total portfolio is optimized to support business objectives</li><li>Identify opportunities to fill the innovation pipeline through customer insights, market research, and cross-functional collaboration</li><li>Partner with Product Commercialization, R&amp;D, Legal, and Quality Assurance to bring products to market efficiently while managing risk</li><li>Establish and track meaningful metrics to measure product performance and customer satisfaction</li></ul>
Business Ownership &amp; Analytics<br>
<ul><li>Own the P&amp;L for your product portfolio, ensuring delivery of financial targets and growth objectives</li><li>Conduct weekly, monthly and quarterly business reviews with data-driven insights and root cause analysis</li><li>Develop and maintain product dashboards with key performance indicators to track progress against goals</li><li>Understand the critical Ps of Product, Price, Placement, and Promotion working with their partner teams to ensure their products are brought to life effectively for our customers.
</li><li>Make data-informed decisions by leveraging both qualitative and quantitative customer insights</li><li>Collaborate with North America Category Manager stakeholders across multiple teams on achieving financial plans and category objectives</li></ul>
Sourcing Excellence<br>
<ul><li>Operate as a subject matter expert in your product category, including industry knowledge and supplier landscape</li><li>Develop and nurture strategic supplier partnerships to drive innovation and operational excellence</li><li>Implement supplier scorecarding and performance management systems to ensure quality, sustainability, and business outcomes</li><li>Champion Organics, Fair Trade, Animal Welfare, Sustainability and Quality Standards to advance the mission of Whole Foods Market and Amazon Fresh</li><li>Partner with Global Purchasing Teams, Distribution, and Regions to ensure alignment to category strategy</li></ul>
Product Experience Optimization<br>
<ul><li>Drive packaging innovation that enhances customer experience while supporting sustainability goals</li><li>Influence product placement decisions through data-driven insights and customer decision tree methodology</li><li>Collaborate with Pricing team to ensure products meet target price positions while maintaining margin requirements</li><li>Balance customer value proposition with profit targets to deliver on our Conscious Capitalism principles</li></ul>
Leadership &amp; Team Development<br>
<ul><li>Hire and develop the best talent, raising the bar with each hiring decision</li><li>Mentor and train Sourcing managers and other team members</li><li>Communicate, represent, and uphold Whole Foods Market and Amazon Fresh core values and leadership principles</li><li>Demonstrate bias for action, ownership mentality, and customer obsession in all activities</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
Worldwide Grocery Stores (WWGS) is a global retail organization dedicated to revolutionizing the grocery shopping experience through enhanced efficiency, quality, and affordability. At its core, WWGS Private Brands (PB) serves as a crucial strategic division that develops, sources, and manages our Whole Foods Market (WFM) and Amazon-branded proprietary food products across all geographic regions. Operating as a unified force, Private Brands supports both North American and International operations by leveraging cross-functional expertise in product development, sourcing, sensory, commercialization and quality assurance to bring our products to market end-to-end across all WFM and Amazon channels. Through the integration of Whole Foods Market (WFM) and Amazon-branded products, Private Brands enables WWGS to deliver high-quality, innovative products and brands while maintaining operational excellence across diverse global markets. This collaborative structure allows WWGS to rapidly scale its food portfolio while maintaining consistent quality standards and efficient processes throughout its worldwide operations. This team manages the Amazon Saver, Amazon Grocery, byAmazon, Aplenty, Amazon Kitchen, 365 by WFM (including our organic products), and Whole Foods Market brands.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience of managing and developing a high performance team</li><li>5+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience</li><li>Experience with vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion or inventory management</li><li>Experience working cross functionally across finance, marketing or supply chain</li><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience using data to influence business decisions</li><li>Experience driving direction and alignment with cross-functional teams</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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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&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
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 &amp; AD&amp;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.</p><br>
USA, TX, Austin - 140,000.00 - 189,400.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 140,000.00 - 189,400.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Manager, Sourcing Prepared Foods & Bakery, Worldwide Grocery Stores (WWGS)

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Reports to: Senior TL, Business Process Improvement of Change Enablement<br>
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The Business Integration Lead will lead the Change Management efforts within World Wide Grocery Stores. They will play a key role in ensuring key strategic initiatives meet the change and project objectives on time and on budget by increasing Team Member speed of adoption. This position will work on several projects and change deliverables simultaneously and ensure timely completion of all project goals. The Business Integration Lead will work with leadership to identify change requirements and provide guidance to, the Change Enablement TMs assigned to create actionable deliverables based on Change Management assessments and plans. They will also create and/or provide input to deliverables working closely with project, training, and communications resources.<br>
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While the Change Integration Lead does not have direct supervisory responsibility, this person must be comfortable working in a matrixed environment, and acting as a coach to global, OA and store leaders helping them in their roles as leaders and sponsors of change. This position will be responsible for identifying, understanding and facilitating Change process change leading to single Change practices across OAs where appropriate.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Serve as the lead Change expert for assigned business areas</li><li>Work with internal Team, business partners, and key Stakeholders to develop a Change Management strategy for each major sub-project. This would include Change Impact Summaries, Communication and Training Plans as well post-assessment activities to facilitate successful adoption of new initiatives
</li><li>Become an expert in multiple Change areas to facilitate understanding of Change requirements and operational decisions needed as well as facilitate agreement on companywide processes in support of project or program goals.</li><li>Develop strategic, collaborative partnerships with regional business partners to understand their business needs and priorities in support of Change Management activities</li><li>Collaborate with Change Process Analyst on assigned projects to understand the Change Management impact of process changes and incorporate into action plans</li><li>Execute Change Management plans and activities in support of change and adoption activities</li><li>Create communication and training collateral at times on own and at times with communication and/or training expert support</li><li>Support and coach managers and leaders in their change sponsorship role</li><li>Present Change Management information and updates to a variety of audiences including Steering Committees and Regional and Global Leadership groups</li><li>Collaborate with business partners on systems deployment plans and coordinate successful execution of rollout schedules</li><li>Escalate Change Management related risks as appropriate</li></ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>3+ years of program or project management experience</li><li>Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements</li><li>Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams</li><li>Experience leading and implementing large scale, process-related Change Management initiatives, preferably in retail operations and/or supply chain.</li><li>Retail Change experience preferably in retail operations, purchasing or operational finance</li><li>Ability to look at big picture to determine holistic Change Management implications of multiple sub-projects</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills including a demonstrated strength in presenting complex concepts and ideas to a variety of audiences</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively in a matrixed environment with many different Change entities across the organization</li><li>Comfort with ambiguity and ability to respond quickly and appropriately to shifting priorities</li><li>A passion for advocating for our Team Members, their needs and the experience they have with our systems</li><li>Previous success building consensus amongst groups with differing points of view</li><li>Experience with Change process re-engineering</li><li>Ability to travel to various stores and regions up to 20% at times</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Prosci certification or comparable change management certification preferred</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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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&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
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 &amp; AD&amp;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.</p><br>
USA, TX, Austin - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually<br>
USA, VA, Arlington - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Business Integration Lead, Operations for Worldwide Physical Grocery Stores

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
The Devices Trade Compliance (DTC) team enables Amazon Devices to move products seamlessly through global customs and regulatory regimes while maintaining the highest standards of compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence.
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We support new product introductions (NPI), large-scale global launches, and complex supply chains across dozens of countries and thousands of ASINs.<br>
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We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to own and scale core trade compliance programs for Amazon Devices. This role will lead end-to-end compliance initiatives that support the Product Development Process, while building durable processes, dashboards, and controls to support a rapidly growing and evolving device portfolio.<br>
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This role requires strong compliance judgment and the ability to translate complex regulatory frameworks into scalable operational programs that support dynamic product offerings and business growth.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Own and drive trade compliance programs for Amazon Devices, including HS classification, ECCN/export classification, COO determinations, and FTA eligibility validation.</li><li>Partner with Product, Hardware, Supply Chain, and Legal teams to embed classification, COO, and FTA requirements into NPI and launch processes.</li><li>Design and continuously improve governance models, SOPs, and controls.</li><li>Build and maintain dashboards and monitoring mechanisms to track compliance status, launch readiness, FTA utilization, and risk indicators.</li><li>Communicate risk, tradeoffs, and recommendations clearly to senior stakeholders and leadership.</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
Devices Trade Compliance (DTC) enables Amazon Devices to move seamlessly from factory to customer by guiding products through global customs and regulatory requirements with speed, precision, and integrity. We blend deep trade expertise with business-first thinking to unlock opportunities, manage risk, and ensure innovative devices reach their destinations around the world compliantly.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent</li><li>6+ years of compliance, audit or risk management experience</li><li>5+ years of program or project Management experience</li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification</li><li>Experience leveraging technology and implementing lean principles / Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements or equivalent</li><li>Master's degree or equivalent</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company&rsquo;s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
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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&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
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 &amp; AD&amp;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.</p><br>
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 133,300.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Sr Program Manager, Devices Trade Compliance

Whole Foods Market

<div><p>A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.</p>
<div>Orders, replenishes and merchandises prepared foods products and participates in regional programs for purchasing and promotions. Monitors inventory control and replenishes product. Assists in organizing and developing promotional displays and maintaining OTS standards. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities</b></h2><ul><li>
Purchases and replenishes food for preparation through proper buying procedures.</li><li>
Monitors and acts upon open PO reports for both purchases and credits in an accurate and timely manner.</li><li>
Controls spoilage and shrink, achieves turn goals, participates in inventory.</li><li>
Completes spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required.</li><li>
Assists with counter service and cooks as scheduled or as necessary.</li><li>
Communicates with Kitchen Manager / Chef and Team Leader on ordering needs and issues.</li><li>
Maintains positive working relationship with vendors.</li><li>
Works with Team Leader or Assistant Team Leader(s) to cost recipes.</li><li>
Oversees customer special order procedure.</li><li>
Supports leadership in conducting inventories.</li><li>
Maintains financial profitability by meeting and exceeding purchasing and sales targets.</li><li>
Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.</li><li>
Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques; answers phones and pages promptly and courteously.</li><li>
Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product.</li><li>
Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.</li><li>
Maintains, or ensures maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintains equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards.</li><li>
Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensures accuracy of signs and pricing.</li><li>
Immediately reports safety hazards and violations.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities</b></h2><ul><li>
Extensive product knowledge, including production, distribution, seasonal availability, advances, and trends.</li><li>
Ability to create and negotiate price bids.</li><li>
Familiarity and/or willingness to learn about products, nutritional information, and other areas of study.</li><li>
Working knowledge and application of all Prepared Foods merchandising expectations.</li><li>
Complete understanding of WFM margin program and profitability.</li><li>
Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm.</li><li>
Strong basic math skills.</li><li>
Knowledge and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and ordering systems.</li><li>
Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.</li><li>
Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.</li><li>
Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.</li><li>
Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.</li><li>
Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.</li><li>
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.</li><li>
Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Desired Work Experiences</b></h2><ul><li>
1+ years of Buying/Merchandising</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions</b></h2><p></p><ul><li>
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.</li><li>
In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.</li><li>
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.</li><li>
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.</li><li>
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Exposure to temperatures: &lt;32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), &gt;90 degrees Fahrenheit.</li><li>
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.</li><li>
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.</li><li>
Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.</li><li>
May require use of ladders.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Note</b><b>:</b> <i>The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level. Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location, and/or needs for the particular position. An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position. Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position, or developing skills to perform at the higher-level role do not guarantee a promotion.</i></p>
The wage range for this position is $22.50-$31.50 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers &quot;Whole Benefits&quot;. Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person&rsquo;s date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site: https://careers.wholefoodsmarket.com/benefits.<br>
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At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.<br>
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Whole Foods Market works with job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities at our company. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our site.</div></div>

Prepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment) - Full Time

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our mission is to prevent denied entities from transacting with Amazon businesses. We build automatic mechanisms to detect and prevent prohibited transactions with denied entities using a diverse set of algorithms and machine learning techniques. We screen over a billion events every day and develop algorithms which are able to scale and detect suspicious entities . We are still Day 1 and have an exciting road map to build Machine Learning (ML) and Generative AI (LLM) powered detection and resolution systems to help scale Amazon for years to come.
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We are seeking an Applied Scientist to join our team and help tackle challenging problems at the forefront of machine learning and artificial intelligence. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, data scientists, and domain experts, you will play a crucial role in defining cutting-edge ML/AI-powered customer experiences and solutions. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, the technical depth to deliver impactful results, and a passion for innovation, we want to hear from you.
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Key job responsibilities<br>
In this role, you will:
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<ul><li>Drive the research, design, and development of novel ML/AI models and systems to power critical products and services
</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to deeply understand business requirements, customer needs, and technical constraints
</li><li>Rapidly prototype, test, and iterate on ML/AI solutions, iterating quickly based on data and feedback
</li></ul>&bull; Communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders &bull; Mentor and grow a team of talented ML scientists and engineers
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<ul><li>Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in AI/ML and identify opportunities to apply emerging techniques
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A day in the life<br>
<ul><li>Starting the day by reviewing the latest model performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement
</li><li>Brainstorming new architectures and approaches with your cross-functional team during a whiteboard session
</li><li>Diving deep into a complex dataset, leveraging advanced statistical and AI techniques to uncover hidden insights
</li><li>Prototyping a new model and running a series of experiments to optimize its performance
</li><li>Preparing a presentation to pitch your latest research findings and recommendations to product and engineering leaders
</li><li>Mentoring a junior data scientist, providing guidance on coding best practices and problem-solving strategies</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
Why Amazon Security<br>
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon&rsquo;s products and services.<br>
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Work/Life Balance<br>
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve.<br>
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Inclusive Team Culture<br>
In Amazon Security, it&rsquo;s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.<br>
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Training and Career growth<br>
We&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>3+ years of building models for business application experience</li><li>PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience</li><li>Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals</li><li>Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language</li><li>Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience using Unix/Linux</li><li>Experience in professional software development</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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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&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
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 &amp; AD&amp;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.</p><br>
USA, TX, Dallas - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Applied Scientist, Denied Party Screening, AWS Compliance & Security Assurance

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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we&rsquo;re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain &mdash; and we&rsquo;re looking for talented people who want to help.
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You&rsquo;ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You&rsquo;ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you&rsquo;ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.<br>
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Our Certification Operations team is seeking a Senior Manager, Certification Operations who is customer obsessed and believes there is always an opportunity to improve the way we assess and certify our builders' work-readiness. As the single-threaded owner of the Data Center Learning Certification program, you'll manage and develop teams of certification professionals building high-impact assessment methodologies for our AWS Data Center Communities (DCC) organization. This position requires constant collaboration with Senior Leaders in Data Center Operations, Safety, Security, Logistics, Planning, Delivery, and other teams to determine the right certification strategy and execution. Your team will ensure that we are building the most important, most impactful certification solutions that assess ~15,000 technicians across Data Center Operations (DCO), Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO), and Logistics (DCMAT) job families. You will also launch the external AWS Data Center Operations certification that validates foundational competencies and technical knowledge to pre-qualify external candidates to work for AWS.<br>
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We are looking for a professional who has demonstrated deep people management expertise and the ability to build high-performing teams across multiple time zones and cultures. The ideal candidate will have proven success leading teams through organizational change while establishing and improving operational metrics that drive excellence. You must be able to prioritize workstreams in alignment with organizational goals and push the boundaries of certification operations, sourcing and integrating the newest technology that drives productivity and value for our customers.<br>
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As the Senior Manager you will represent our organization across AWS. This entails understanding the short, medium, and long-term certification and organizational goals, and translating these into an actionable vision, roadmap and people growth plans. Your role will be tasked with management of a team of experienced certification professionals &ndash; their growth and development as individuals and leaders.<br>
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In this role you will:<br>
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<ul><li>Develop and execute strategies and mechanisms to ensure effective development and delivery of creative and innovative certification methodologies that scale across multiple geographies and languages.</li><li>Work strategically with country and regional leaders to identify flexible, but consistent certification solutions to operational challenges and work toward ensuring only qualified builders access appropriate work requests.</li><li>Solve business problems with focus on understanding root causes and driving forward-looking opportunities in certification operations.</li><li>Leverage AI and emerging technologies to optimize certification workflows and enhance team productivity.</li><li>Drive utilization of assessment and performance data to support data-driven certification outcomes.</li><li>Design new metrics and enhance existing metrics to support the future state of certification operations.</li><li>Experiment with and successfully implement new methods and modes of certification that build upon academic and industrial best practices.</li><li>Integrate certification operations within centralized solutions (e.g. Boost) to enable efficient planning and management of work requests.</li><li>Coach, mentor, and develop the team, including establishing and overseeing new employee onboarding programs, and providing career development planning and opportunities.</li><li>Work with leading online training and certification platforms to develop and grow AWS Data Center Operations external certifications.</li></ul><br>
Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Communicate at all levels, including with Executive Management across Global Data Center Operations.</li><li>Own Strategy of the Certification Operations, including methodology, assessment, management, adoption, integration and inspection.</li><li>Prioritize Work in alignment with Strategic Initiatives across DCO, DCEO, and DCMAT job families.</li><li>Gather and Use Metrics to Drive Decisions on Certification Operations and Investments in Builder Assessment.</li><li>Manage Team Operations to Schedule and Budget across three main org capabilities: development, delivery, and integration with DC tools.</li><li>Create Comprehensive Certification Programs across a variety of Assessment Modalities and Work Environments.</li><li>Establish and monitor adoption and operational excellence metrics for certifications, including coverage and impact on safety, availability, capacity, cost and productivity.</li></ul><br>
A day in the life<br>
You will analyze the current certification operations across the AWS Data Center organization and actively seek opportunity to improve and innovate assessment methodologies. You'll manage teams of certification specialists focused on building and delivering certification programs across all job families in alignment with the Data Center Learning organizational goals and strategy. As your team completes development of certification standards and assessments, you'll launch certification offerings and measure their impact on operational metrics over time. Using data from understanding builder performance and certification effectiveness, you'll direct the team on how to improve assessment quality, where to innovate in certification methodology, and what operational measurements you can improve through better certification practices. You'll work closely with centralized solutions teams to ensure seamless integration of certification requirements into work management systems.<br>
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About the team<br>
Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;t let it stop you from applying.
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Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
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Inclusive Team Culture
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AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion of events fosters stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
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Mentorship &amp; Career Growth
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We&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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Work/Life Balance
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We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve.
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or Organizational Development</li><li>5+ years of team management experience, or a PMP certificate and 5+ years of program or project management experience</li><li>10+ years of blending product and program management skills to execute strategic initiatives about process creation, standardization, and improvement experience</li><li>Experience launching and building brand recognition of public certification programs</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience creating and implementing large-scale programs</li><li>Expertise with industry-standard certification practices, assessment methodologies, and credentialing systems.</li><li>Familiarity and/or experience and with evidence-based assessment and certification research methodologies along with program management tools, learning management systems, certification management platforms, assessment authoring tools, and integration with operational systems.</li><li>A strong focus on internal customers' needs and satisfaction, with an emphasis in demonstrating return on investment in certification.</li><li>Experience building measures and metrics, and developing reporting solutions</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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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&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $162,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $281,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Senior Manager, Certification Operations, Data Center Learning

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