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Manage the full lifecycle of air freight shipments, from booking to final delivery * Coordinate ... Experience in air freight or cargo operations * Strong knowledge of international shipping ...

Cargo Operations Manager

Euless, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

We are powered by a bold vision to be the world's most admired air and travel services provider ... The Cargo Operations Manager leads the station's day-to-day cargo warehouse and service operations.

Cargo Operations Manager

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$81K - $155K/yr

Cargo Operations Manager Lead critical cargo operations. Drive operational excellence. Keep Alaska connected. At TOTE Maritime Alaska, we do more than move freight. We connect Alaska's communities ...

Cargo Operations Manager

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$81K - $155K/yr

Cargo Operations Manager Lead critical cargo operations. Drive operational excellence. Keep Alaska connected. At TOTE Maritime Alaska, we do more than move freight. We connect Alaska's communities ...

... Alaska Airlines Air Cargo. As a people leader, the Supervisor of Cargo Operations leads and ... Develop agents through effective performance management and ongoing feedback focusing on delegation ...

$80 - $100/hr

... Alaska Airlines Air Cargo. As a people leader, the Supervisor of Cargo Operations leads and ... Develop agents through effective performance management and ongoing feedback focusing on delegation ...

Cargo Supervisor

Houston, TX · On-site

$48K - $51K/yr

Cargo Operations Manager - IAH Hub Job Summary: As the Supervisor - Cargo Operations at United ... Working knowledge of air cargo procedures, shipment documentation (e.g., AWB, manifests), and ...

Cargo Supervisor

Houston, TX · On-site

$48K - $51K/yr

Cargo Operations Manager - IAH Hub Job Summary: As the Supervisor - Cargo Operations at United ... Working knowledge of air cargo procedures, shipment documentation (e.g., AWB, manifests), and ...

Supervisor Cargo Operations

Seattle, WA · On-site

$89K - $108K/yr

... Alaska Airlines Air Cargo. As a people leader, the Supervisor of Cargo Operations leads and ... Develop agents through effective performance management and ongoing feedback focusing on delegation ...

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Principal Cargo Operations Manager, Amazon Air

Bellevue, WA

Amazon
IT Services • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Amazon rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 7,162 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

The Principal Cargo Operations Manager is a senior Individual Contributor responsible for building and operating Amazon Air's commercial air cargo capabilities across assigned territory.
This is a dual-phase leadership role: during Phase 1 (Build & SME Leadership), each manager leads one or more dedicated functional work streams, such as regulatory compliance, infrastructure, international operations, cargo enablement, industry parity, or KPIs/data/standards and designing foundational systems from zero. During Phase 2 (Regional Operations), each transitions to owning a geographic territory while retaining their build-phase specialization as a network-wide subject matter expert.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead one or more of 6 functional workstreams (Industry Parity, Regulatory Compliance, Cargo Enablement, Infrastructure, International Operations, or KPIs/Data/Standards)
- Develop SOPs, policies, and training materials for assigned domain
- Conduct gap analyses and site assessments; build inspection/audit mechanisms and compliance frameworks
- Partner with support resources to execute work stream deliverables
- Produce documents (white papers, business reviews, COEs) with data-backed recommendations
- Establish relationships with partner teams (ACAR, AvSec, FAST, GAO, Ops, Safety, SC&A)
- Define baseline metrics and build KPI dashboard infrastructure in partnership with DABI
- Support technology requirement definition and buy vs

build assessments
- Cross-train with other Cargo Operations Managers for continuity
- Own end-to-end cargo operations within assigned region
- Ensure regulatory compliance (TSA, CBP, FAA, airport authority, carrier SOPs)
- Drive quality metrics; serve as escalation point for complex cargo issues
- Conduct site inspections/audits; hold teams accountable to standard work
- Produce weekly/monthly business reviews with quantified performance data
- Coordinate with partner teams on customer requirements
- Maintain SOPs and KPI reporting; drive continuous improvement


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Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is an American multinational technology company. It was founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994 and initially started as an online marketplace for books. Since then, Amazon has expanded its operations and become one of the largest e-commerce companies in the world. Amazon's primary business is its online retail platform, where customers can purchase a vast array of products, including electronics, clothing, books, home goods, and much more. The company offers a convenient and user-friendly shopping experience, with features such as fast shipping, customer reviews, and personalized recommendations. In addition to its e-commerce platform, Amazon has diversified its business into various other areas. One of its notable ventures is Amazon Web Services (AWS), a comprehensive cloud computing platform that provides services such as storage, compute power, and database management to individuals and businesses. AWS has become a leader in the cloud computing industry, powering many websites and applications worldwide. Amazon has also developed its own consumer electronics, including the popular Amazon Kindle e-reader, Fire tablets, Fire TV streaming devices, and the Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers. The Alexa voice assistant, integrated into these devices, allows users to interact with their devices using voice commands, perform tasks, and access information. Furthermore, Amazon has expanded into media and entertainment. It operates Prime Video, a streaming service that offers a wide range of movies, TV shows, and original content. Amazon Music provides a platform for streaming and purchasing digital music, while Audible offers audiobooks and other audio content. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience is demonstrated by its membership program, Amazon Prime. Prime members receive various benefits, including free two-day shipping, access to streaming services, exclusive deals, and more.

Industry

It services, book publishers, retail, real estate, computer and electronic product manufacturing and software development

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Seattle, WA, US