Supply Chain Specialist Jobs in California
Supply Chain Specialist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in manufacturing, aerospace, technology hardware, and retail distribution, with demand at every level from entry-level coordinator through senior procurement and logistics manager. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where companies like Apple, Amazon, and Northrop Grumman maintain deep, ongoing supply chain operations. The most in-demand specialties in California include demand planning, procurement, and inventory optimization. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Global Logistics moves billions of units per year into Amazon's fulfillment network, managing $6B+ in annual transportation spend across truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, and small parcel modes. The Domestic First Mile (DFM) Cost and Network Optimization team owns the strategy and execution for reducing inbound transportation costs while maintaining speed and reliability for vendors and sellers. We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to own carrier supply economics and cost optimization for our 1P (Amazon-managed) and 3P (partner carrier) transportation network. You will quantify cost impacts of network changes, build analytical frameworks for carrier selection decisions, and drive cross-functional actions that reduce cost and improve performance. This role requires someone who is comfortable working with large datasets, translating analysis into business decisions, and influencing partner teams across Amazon Freight, Procurement, Finance, and Transportation Technology.
Key job responsibilities
Own cost modeling and defect reporting for Amazon Freight (1P) truckload operations, including cost prediction accuracy, rate benchmarking vs. market indices, and performance-based carrier evaluation
Quantify financial impacts of network changes (e.g., cost allocation methodology shifts, capacity constraints, mode conversions) and recommend routing or procurement adjustments
Analyze 1P vs. 3P carrier economics at the lane level to inform carrier selection logic and identify opportunities where cheaper or faster options are being suppressed
Build and maintain carrier performance frameworks covering acceptance rates, on-time pickup, cost prediction errors, and first-pass yield
Partner with Procurement to improve bid strategy, including target rate development, off-cycle rebid triggers, and volume commitment structures
Investigate capacity events, mode shifts, and system-driven replans that create cost leakage, and develop mechanisms to prevent recurrence
Audit carrier deny lists, primary carrier assignments, and routing overrides to quantify cost of suboptimal carrier selection
Support quarterly and annual planning cycles (Q3G, OP1, OP2) with cost entitlement sizing and initiative tracking
A day in the life
You will spend your time between deep analytical work and cross-team coordination. On a given day, you might run a cost comparison of 1P vs. 3P carriers on high-rejection lanes, then join a weekly sync with Amazon Freight to review performance defects you surfaced. You will build the data that drives decisions — not just dashboards, but the "so what" and the recommended action. Your internal stakeholders include Amazon Freight operations, Carrier Procurement, Transportation Science, Finance, and the ICSO routing technology team. You report to the DFM Cost and Network Optimization lead and work closely with a Supply Chain Manager who owns the broader carrier strategy.
About The Team
DFM Cost and Network Optimization is a 10-person team within Global Logistics responsible for $175MM+ in annual cost reduction initiatives across inbound transportation. We operate at the intersection of carrier economics, network design, and transportation technology. Our work directly influences how Amazon selects carriers, routes shipments, and prices transportation for vendors and sellers. We move fast, use data to win arguments, and own our outcomes end to end.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of program or project management experience
3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
2+ years of supply chain experience
Bachelor's degree
Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
* Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
3+ years of driving process improvements experience
Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
* Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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, AZ, Tempe - 85,800.00 - 128,600.00 USD annually
USA, CA, Santa Monica - 85,800.00 - 128,600.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 85,800.00 - 128,600.00 USD annually
Company
- Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10498623
Description
Global Logistics moves billions of units per year into Amazon's fulfillment network, managing $6B+ in annual transportation spend across truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, and small parcel modes. The Domestic First Mile (DFM) Cost and Network Optimization team owns the strategy and execution for reducing inbound transportation costs while maintaining speed and reliability for vendors and sellers. We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to own carrier supply economics and cost optimization for our 1P (Amazon-managed) and 3P (partner carrier) transportation network. You will quantify cost impacts of network changes, build analytical frameworks for carrier selection decisions, and drive cross-functional actions that reduce cost and improve performance. This role requires someone who is comfortable working with large datasets, translating analysis into business decisions, and influencing partner teams across Amazon Freight, Procurement, Finance, and Transportation Technology.
Key job responsibilities
Own cost modeling and defect reporting for Amazon Freight (1P) truckload operations, including cost prediction accuracy, rate benchmarking vs. market indices, and performance-based carrier evaluation
Quantify financial impacts of network changes (e.g., cost allocation methodology shifts, capacity constraints, mode conversions) and recommend routing or procurement adjustments
Analyze 1P vs. 3P carrier economics at the lane level to inform carrier selection logic and identify opportunities where cheaper or faster options are being suppressed
Build and maintain carrier performance frameworks covering acceptance rates, on-time pickup, cost prediction errors, and first-pass yield
Partner with Procurement to improve bid strategy, including target rate development, off-cycle rebid triggers, and volume commitment structures
Investigate capacity events, mode shifts, and system-driven replans that create cost leakage, and develop mechanisms to prevent recurrence
Audit carrier deny lists, primary carrier assignments, and routing overrides to quantify cost of suboptimal carrier selection
Support quarterly and annual planning cycles (Q3G, OP1, OP2) with cost entitlement sizing and initiative tracking
A day in the life
You will spend your time between deep analytical work and cross-team coordination. On a given day, you might run a cost comparison of 1P vs. 3P carriers on high-rejection lanes, then join a weekly sync with Amazon Freight to review performance defects you surfaced. You will build the data that drives decisions — not just dashboards, but the "so what" and the recommended action. Your internal stakeholders include Amazon Freight operations, Carrier Procurement, Transportation Science, Finance, and the ICSO routing technology team. You report to the DFM Cost and Network Optimization lead and work closely with a Supply Chain Manager who owns the broader carrier strategy.
About The Team
DFM Cost and Network Optimization is a 10-person team within Global Logistics responsible for $175MM+ in annual cost reduction initiatives across inbound transportation. We operate at the intersection of carrier economics, network design, and transportation technology. Our work directly influences how Amazon selects carriers, routes shipments, and prices transportation for vendors and sellers. We move fast, use data to win arguments, and own our outcomes end to end.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of program or project management experience
3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
2+ years of supply chain experience
Bachelor's degree
Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
* Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
3+ years of driving process improvements experience
Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
* Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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, AZ, Tempe - 85,800.00 - 128,600.00 USD annually
USA, CA, Santa Monica - 85,800.00 - 128,600.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 85,800.00 - 128,600.00 USD annually
Company
- Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10498623
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Supply Chain Specialist Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Tesla30
- Northrop Grumman15
- Amazon11
- Apple9
- Oracle7
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software27
- Electronics & Hardware18
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals10
- Manufacturing9
- Science & Research5
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in supply chain specialist jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, logistics, or a related field
- APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred by most California employers
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Two or more years of experience in procurement, logistics, or inventory management
- Strong data analysis skills using Excel, SQL, or supply chain analytics tools
- Familiarity with California compliance requirements including environmental and import regulations
Supply Chain Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a supply chain specialist in California?
Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, industrial engineering, or a related discipline as the foundation for the role. California does not require a state-issued license to work as a supply chain specialist, but earning an APICS certification such as the CSCP or CPIM is a widely recognized credential that strengthens candidacy at large California manufacturers, tech companies, and defense contractors. Practical internship experience during school accelerates hiring significantly.
How much do supply chain specialists make in California?
Supply chain specialists in California earn a median of about $92,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,720 for the lowest 10% to over $153,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire supply chain specialists in California?
Employers hiring supply chain specialists in California right now include Tesla, Northrop Grumman, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of aerospace, consumer electronics, and retail distribution companies means the hiring base is unusually broad, with both large corporations and mid-sized manufacturers posting consistently.
Which California cities have the most supply chain specialist jobs?
Sunnyvale, Los Angeles, and San Francisco have the most supply chain specialist openings in California. Los Angeles dominates because of its port complex, aerospace manufacturers, and retail distribution networks, while the Bay Area draws demand from tech hardware companies, and San Diego's defense and biotech sectors generate steady procurement and logistics needs.
Are there remote supply chain specialist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're limited, because supply chain work often requires hands-on coordination with warehouses, suppliers, and logistics partners. About 36% of supply chain specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote work most common in demand planning, procurement analysis, and vendor management roles that rely primarily on data systems rather than physical oversight.
How can I get hired as a supply chain specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to supply chain coordinator or operations associate roles at large California distribution or manufacturing companies, which regularly hire candidates with a relevant degree but no direct experience. Amazon, Target, and major California aerospace contractors like Northrop Grumman run structured rotational or new-grad programs that place candidates in supply chain functions. Lateral moves from customer service, warehouse operations, or procurement administration are also common entry points. Earning the APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution credential gives an early-career candidate a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to supply chain specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to supply chain specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and hiring metros. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.
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