Join us at the cutting edge of Amazon's sustainability initiatives to work on environmental and social advancements to support Amazon's long term worldwide sustainability strategy. At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people.
The Worldwide Sustainability (WWS) organization capitalizes on Amazon's scale and speed to build a more resilient and sustainable company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally, and drive solutions that enable our customers, businesses, and the world to become more sustainable
Amazon co-founded The Climate Pledge, our commitment to reach net-zero carbon across our global operations by 2040. The Global IMPACT team-Integrated Marketing, Partnerships, Action, Communications, and The Climate Pledge (TCP)-establishes Amazon's leadership in corporate sustainability by demonstrating how we use our size and scale to have a positive impact on people and the planet. This team works both within Amazon and externally on partnerships and joint initiatives.
As part of The IMPACT Strategic Projects and Programs team, the candidate will work with internal Amazon business partners and Climate Pledge signatories to support carbon reduction goals across various industry supply chains. The candidate will lead, co-lead and support the development, implementation, and scale-up of projects that lead to measurable supply chain carbon reductions. The ideal candidate will have expertise across at least one industry domain (e.g., buildings, energy, materials manufacturing, transportation logistics, waste), knowledge of supply chain financing solutions, and public-private sector collaboration experience.
Key job responsibilities
• \tWork with signatories of The Climate Pledge to co-create and/or support supply chain decarbonization projects
• \tWork cross-functionally with Amazon business leaders to analyze supply chain landscape and emissions reduction opportunities, and bring in signatories and/or partners to advance solutions
• \tAssess supplier needs by industry and geography to help identify barriers to supply chain decarbonization
• \tAddress access to finance solutions for suppliers across geographies by identifying and implementing solutions (working with private commercial and/or multi-lateral development banks)
• \tImplement systems to track and report progress across projects
• \tInvestigate the use of AI/ML to automate decarbonization solutions
• \tShare knowledge and learnings through written case studies, and other knowledge assets in partnership with WWS Marketing/Comms teams
About the team
Diverse Experiences:
World Wide Sustainability (WWS) values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture:
It's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth:
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance:
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's nothing we can't achieve.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of work experience implementing sustainable industry solutions (e.g., buildings, energy, materials manufacturing, transportation logistics, waste)
- 5+ years of Product and/or Project Management experience
- 5+ years Business development and engagement experience
- Bachelor's degree, or related field
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- International work experience implementing sustainable industry solutions with (e.g., buildings, energy, materials manufacturing, transportation logistics, waste)
- Advanced degree (e.g., MS, MCP, MBA)
- Familiarity with supply chain emissions sources, challenges, and supply chain finance
- Familiarity with AI/ML and integration with sustainability solutions
- Ability to manage ambiguity, work independently, take initiative, and multi-task in an agile environment
- Highly proficient writing and public speaking skills
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $125,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $207,600/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.
