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Amazon's Human Resources roles span talent acquisition, HR business partnering, employee relations, and workforce strategy across its global operations. The company has a strong track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified HR professionals, making it a realistic target for international candidates with the right credentials and experience.
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Our Senior Transportation Managers play a crucial role in exceeding expectations and providing a superb customer experience; critical to Amazon’s success, which is built on a foundation of customer obsession, and innovation. This position is a multi-faceted role requiring the ability to balance strategy and execution. The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for all aspects of the operations of the TOM teams within a specific node and may include responsibilities for stand-alone sites as well. You will lead a dynamic team of Operations and Area Managers to achieve operational excellence through coaching and mentoring the team; driving employee engagement, and building leadership bench strength within the TOM organization. Multiple roles are expected across the network with flexibility for location based on candidates current location and relocation preferences.
Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables
- Owns and delivers the operational budget for functional area, including safety, productivity, financial and labor planning, and operational goals for TOM
- Responsible for providing strategic level/long-term planning (3, 6, and 12 months out) including labor planning, forecasting, and peak season planning
- Drives continuous improvement projects to optimize operations and improve productivity to meet and exceed business objectives; works on strategic projects that have total building and network-wide impact. Effectively leverages the Operations and Area Managers to solicit ideas and understand problems and challenges in the building.
- Networks with other leaders across the network to solicit and share process improvements and drive efficiencies and cost savings.
- Establishes objectives and metrics for safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience
- Sets clear goals and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds leaders accountable
- Mentors and develops leaders and staff
- Participates in recruiting to identify and evaluate associates and internal/external candidates for promotion and hire.
- Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Safety, IT and other leaders) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon experience
- Experience with performance metrics and process improvement and Lean techniques
- Experience with staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, and terminations
- Work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays
- 5+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or above in relevant field of operations
- Experience working in fast paced environments, and managing workload even during times of stress, or escalated activity
- 8+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment
- Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
- Prior leadership development training or participation
- Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
- Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization
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.
LOCATION
USA, GA, Appling - 135,000.00 - 182,700.00 USD annually
USA, GA, Pooler - 135,000.00 - 182,700.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A3183216
Description
Our Senior Transportation Managers play a crucial role in exceeding expectations and providing a superb customer experience; critical to Amazon’s success, which is built on a foundation of customer obsession, and innovation. This position is a multi-faceted role requiring the ability to balance strategy and execution. The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for all aspects of the operations of the TOM teams within a specific node and may include responsibilities for stand-alone sites as well. You will lead a dynamic team of Operations and Area Managers to achieve operational excellence through coaching and mentoring the team; driving employee engagement, and building leadership bench strength within the TOM organization. Multiple roles are expected across the network with flexibility for location based on candidates current location and relocation preferences.
Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables
- Owns and delivers the operational budget for functional area, including safety, productivity, financial and labor planning, and operational goals for TOM
- Responsible for providing strategic level/long-term planning (3, 6, and 12 months out) including labor planning, forecasting, and peak season planning
- Drives continuous improvement projects to optimize operations and improve productivity to meet and exceed business objectives; works on strategic projects that have total building and network-wide impact. Effectively leverages the Operations and Area Managers to solicit ideas and understand problems and challenges in the building.
- Networks with other leaders across the network to solicit and share process improvements and drive efficiencies and cost savings.
- Establishes objectives and metrics for safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience
- Sets clear goals and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds leaders accountable
- Mentors and develops leaders and staff
- Participates in recruiting to identify and evaluate associates and internal/external candidates for promotion and hire.
- Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Safety, IT and other leaders) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon experience
- Experience with performance metrics and process improvement and Lean techniques
- Experience with staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, and terminations
- Work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays
- 5+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or above in relevant field of operations
- Experience working in fast paced environments, and managing workload even during times of stress, or escalated activity
- 8+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment
- Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
- Prior leadership development training or participation
- Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
- Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization
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.
LOCATION
USA, GA, Appling - 135,000.00 - 182,700.00 USD annually
USA, GA, Pooler - 135,000.00 - 182,700.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A3183216
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Align your credentials to U.S. HR standards
Amazon's HR roles typically require a bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational psychology, or a related field. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation that maps it to a U.S. equivalent before you apply.
Search verified sponsoring HR roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to browse Amazon's open Human Resources positions filtered by visa type. It pulls directly from verified sponsorship data so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is a known outcome, not an assumption.
Prepare for Amazon's behavioral interview format
Amazon HR interviews are structured around its Leadership Principles. Prepare STAR-format answers that reflect principles like Hire and Develop the Best and Dive Deep, since HR candidates are expected to model and articulate these internally.
Understand the LCA timeline before you negotiate a start date
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before USCIS can process your visa petition. Build at least four to six weeks into your expected start date to account for LCA certification before any H-1B or E-3 filing begins.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Amazon's HR teams operate across multiple business lines with different hiring budgets. Before signing, confirm in writing whether sponsorship covers just the initial petition or extends to Green Card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 filing.
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Find Human Resources at Amazon JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Amazon sponsor H-1B visas for Human Resources?
Yes, Amazon sponsors H-1B visas for Human Resources roles. HR positions at Amazon typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like human resources, organizational behavior, or psychology. Sponsorship availability can vary by business unit, so confirming with the recruiter during the offer process is advisable.
How do I apply for Human Resources jobs at Amazon?
You can search and apply for Amazon Human Resources positions directly through Amazon's careers site or browse verified sponsorship-confirmed openings on Migrate Mate, which filters for roles where visa sponsorship has been documented. Tailor your application to Amazon's Leadership Principles and be specific about your immigration status and visa needs early in the recruiter conversation.
Which visa types does Amazon commonly use for Human Resources roles?
Amazon sponsors H-1B visas for most international HR candidates, along with E-3 visas for Australian citizens and H-1B1 visas for eligible Singaporean and Chilean nationals. For longer-term pathways, Amazon also supports EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship, which requires a PERM labor certification filed through the Department of Labor before an I-140 petition can be submitted to USCIS.
What qualifications does Amazon expect for Human Resources roles?
Amazon's HR roles generally require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a behavioral science field, though senior HRBP and people analytics positions often expect a master's degree or substantial progressive experience. Practical exposure to HR systems such as Workday, experience supporting large-scale organizations, and fluency in data-driven HR practices are consistently valued across Amazon's HR job postings.
How do I estimate the timeline for visa sponsorship after an Amazon HR offer?
After an offer is extended, your Amazon recruiter coordinates with immigration counsel to initiate the Labor Condition Application with the DOL, which typically takes two to four weeks to certify. The full H-1B petition processing with USCIS runs three to five months under standard processing, or two to three weeks with premium processing. E-3 applicants who apply directly at a consulate can often complete the process in under four weeks.
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