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The Carrier Services team is seeking a Transportation Planning Analyst to support data-driven decision-making across Amazon's middle mile transportation network. This role supports supply program performance tracking, execution defect analysis, and reporting across dedicated 3P carrier programs and 1P Amazon trailer programs. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with large datasets, has intermediate Excel and SQL skills, and can communicate findings clearly to cross-functional partners.
Key job responsibilities
1. Supply Program Support
Support bid process activities including award validation and post-award reconciliation
Identify and flag gaps between contracted carrier capacity and actual load volume; escalate findings to appropriate owners
2. Execution Defect Tracking and Analysis
Participate in cross-functional working sessions to document root causes, track action items, and follow up on assigned deliverables
Track weekly defect trends by category, region, and carrier; flag deteriorating patterns and escalate with supporting data
Support misload (execution defects) reduction efforts by pulling and analyzing defect data at the site and carrier level across root cause categories
3. Forecast and Demand Signal Review
Pull and review supply and demand data to identify misalignment between forecast and actual volumes
Review forecast data for accuracy gaps and structural issues; document findings and escalate to forecast teams
Review forecast data for accuracy gaps and structural issues; document findings and escalate to forecast teams
4. Data Analysis and Reporting
Support WBR and DBR reporting by pulling data, updating trackers, and preparing variance summaries and performance highlights
Pull and analyze data from multiple databases using SQL, Excel, and BI tools to support cost analysis, program performance, and network impact assessments
5. Process Improvement and Data Integrity
Support initiatives to resolve data integrity issues by coordinating with relevant teams to ensure reliable inputs for decision-making
Support process improvement efforts, help document standard operating procedures, and flag manual workflows as candidates for automation
6. Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate with internal stakeholders including carrier management, scheduling, forecasting, site operations, and technology teams to support planning and execution activities
Prepare materials for leadership reviews including data summaries and performance updates
Support recurring cadences including weekly strategy sessions and biweekly alignment calls
Prepare and distribute the weekly flash; communicate findings and escalation paths to stakeholders on schedule
About the team
Amazon Transportation Services is pioneering new products, services, and technologies within our transportation network. We are building a platform and capability to ensure that our capacity plans enable our supply partners to deliver as quickly, accurately, and cost effectively as possible. To meet this goal, we are continually striving to innovate and provide best-in-class end-to-end global supply strategy. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated individual looking to innovate and execute at Amazon scale.
Basic Qualifications
High school or equivalent diploma
Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.)
Experience managing large data sets and utilizing to drive performance and process improvements
Preferred Qualifications
1+ years of program management, logistics, operations, supply chain, transportation, or equivalent experience
1+ years of management experience
Bachelor's degree
Experience with SQL
Experience working cross functionally across several teams
Familiarity with intermodal transportation, carrier bid processes, or freight procurement
Equal Opportunity
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.
USA, AZ, Tempe - 25.48 - 32.69 USD hourly
USA, GA, Atlanta - 25.48 - 32.69 USD hourly
USA, TN, Nashville - 22.93 - 29.42 USD hourly
USA, WA, Bellevue - 25.48 - 32.69 USD hourly
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