Logistics Operations Manager, Japan Data Center Ops Logistics
Job ID: 3074118 | Amazon Data Services Japan G.K.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all 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 — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
We’re looking for a Logistics Operations Manager who can lead in a dynamic, evolving environment. As the operational backbone of our Data Center logistics team, you’ll direct the flow of materials, equipment, and inventory through shifting priorities, anticipate and resolve challenges before they escalate, and build resilient systems that adapt as fast as the business does.
You’ll need the strategic ability to sketch a high-level vision for the future and the analytical acumen to translate that vision into an executable plan. You’ll partner extensively with infrastructure, supply chain, safety, security, finance and customer teams as the business scales while ensuring day-to-day excellence.
You’ll provide technical guidance, professional advice and developmental training to your team, while leading logistics improvement initiatives across the East cluster. This role focuses on managing complex operations, executing change initiatives, and ensuring strong coordination between local teams and global stakeholders.
You’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’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
* Oversee operations across multiple sites and ensure the efficient, compliant, and secure flow of materials, parts, and equipment within our logistics network.
* Manage daily inbound and outbound activities, monitor inventory accuracy, and coordinate with warehouse, transportation, and procurement teams to ensure service level commitments are consistently met.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for logistics operations across the cluster, coordinating scheduling, shipment planning and cross-site issue resolution. This includes overseeing the execution of shipments between locations, supervising on-site activities such as receiving, unpacking, and verifying contents, and ensuring that all workspaces maintain the highest standards of safety, order, and compliance.
* Provide direction and resource planning for your team, define and track performance metrics, and drive accountability across sites. Lead change management initiatives and project rollouts, ensuring smooth adoption of new systems and processes. Collaborate with internal partner teams—including infrastructure, supply chain, safety, security, finance, and customer teams—to align local operations with global priorities and business objectives.
* Play an active role in operational improvement by identifying bottlenecks through root cause analysis, recommending and implementing targeted process changes, and championing initiatives that deliver measurable efficiency gains, reduce waste, and strengthen overall performance across the cluster.
* This position involves occasional trips across the cluster.
About the team
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
* 5+ years in logistics and supply chain with proven management responsibility.
* 2+ years leading teams, including performance management, coaching, and resource allocation.
* Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end logistics operations across multiple sites or functions. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience using metrics and root cause analysis to drive improvements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Familiarity with data center logistics operations, including warehouse management, inventory control, and equipment lifecycle management.
* Formal certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or equivalent continuous improvement methodology.
* Proven track record implementing Kaizen, Lean, or other structured continuous improvement programs.
* Strong ability to collaborate with global teams and translate strategic goals into local execution.
* Experience managing compliance in regulated or high-security environments (e.g., data centers, critical infrastructure, manufacturing).
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