Director Inventory Management Jobs in Sumner, WA

Amazon Leo is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Amazon Leo will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.
Overall, the Leo Inventory & Fulfillment Technology (LIFT) team is responsible for the supply chain technology for Customer Terminals (CT) and Accessories in partnership with Leo, Retail, and Devices teams. Leo's supply chain has unique complexities including unique integrations, distribution channels, and new field partners. Within LIFT, the Inventory Intelligence & Optimization function ensures optimal inventory levels and availability across the global network through strategic planning, configuration management, and rebalancing initiatives.
We are seeking a Senior In-Stock Manager to own end-to-end inventory planning, allocation, and optimization for Leo devices and accessories globally. This leader will be responsible for onboarding and configuration of new programs, inventory distribution across channels, and maintaining high in-stock rates while minimizing holding costs.
A successful candidate will be a data-driven operator who thrives in ambiguity, can balance competing priorities across multiple channels and geographies, and builds scalable processes from the ground up. They will demonstrate strong analytical skills, supply chain acumen, and the ability to influence cross-functional partners without direct authority.
Key job responsibilities
• Own configurations of Leo transactional data across Procurement systems to ensure costs flow accurately through Leo entities.
• Strategically distribute and rebalance freshlot, repair, and rental inventory for all channels and customer segments globally to minimize stockouts and optimize utilization. Set target inventory levels, manage allocations during constraints, and adjust strategies for demand variations.
• Review system output of transportation modes on Purchase Orders and override for faster or slower modes where exceptions are needed based on known customer or supply chain impacts
• Partner with Leo Demand Planning, Lab126, DGL, and Device Service Organization on demand and supply initiatives. Understand upstream impacts of manufacturing constraints or issues. Partner with Inventory Science & Allocation Product on building or integrating with the right tools.
• Support automation efforts for Procure-to-Pay activities to reduce manual effort. Drive continuous improvement in operational processes.
• Manage ad hoc sales requirements from business teams to support initiatives for early access, betas, and partner teams.
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
About the team
We are responsible for program-level governance, launch readiness, cross-functional coordination, and executive reporting that enables Leo leadership to make informed decisions. Our team bridges the gap between product capabilities, technical delivery, and operational execution, ensuring that all workstreams are aligned and progressing toward shared milestones.
We work at the intersection of strategy and execution. We are establishing the frameworks, reviews, and escalation mechanisms that keep LIFT's complex, multi-domain programs on track. We are building this function from the ground up, which means you will have the opportunity to define processes, set standards, and shape how program management operates within LIFT.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of with Excel experience
- Bachelor's degree, or 5+ years of professional or military experience
- Experience working with complex data sets
- Experience communicating results to senior leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of statistics or other analytical techniques
- Experience with SQL
- Experience in operations or inventory management
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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, WA, BELLEVUE - 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually