Principal Technical Program Manager, Amazon Manufacturing Services
Amazon.com
Amazon Manufacturing Services (AMS) is seeking an exceptional Principal Technical Program Manager to lead the end-to-end program execution for our next-generation advanced manufacturing facility. This role will serve as the single-threaded leader responsible for orchestrating all aspects of a complex, multi-year greenfield manufacturing site launch, ensuring on-time delivery with the capabilities needed to support scaled production of material handling equipment and industrial products.
Key job responsibilities
Program Leadership & Execution
- Serve as the single-threaded leader for the complete manufacturing facility launch program, owning all aspects of planning, execution, and delivery
- Drive program strategy and execution across multiple concurrent workstreams including site selection, construction coordination, systems integration, workforce development, and operational readiness
- Establish and maintain program governance structures, including executive reporting, risk management frameworks, and decision-making processes
- Own the critical path and ensure all dependencies are identified, tracked, and resolved to meet launch timelines
- Lead cross-functional alignment across 10+ stakeholder organizations including systems engineering, software engineering, facilities, real estate and construction, procurement, PXT, legal, safety, and finance
Greenfield Site Launch Management
- Lead all aspects of greenfield manufacturing facility establishment from site selection through operational launch
- Coordinate with real estate stakeholders (FTR) and construction managers to ensure timely completion of building infrastructure to specification
- Partner with construction teams to align facility delivery schedules with equipment installation and commissioning timelines
- Drive facility readiness activities including safety certifications, environmental compliance, and operational infrastructure deployment
- Manage permitting processes and regulatory compliance requirements in coordination with legal and safety teams
Technical Program Management
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans spanning 3+ year horizons with detailed milestone tracking and dependency management
- Coordinate with global procurement leaders and manufacturing engineers on equipment procurement timelines and delivery schedules
- Partner with systems engineering and software engineering teams to deliver integrated digital infrastructure including ERP, PLM, and MES platforms
- Drive technical integration across manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and enterprise software platforms
- Establish and track key program metrics including schedule adherence, budget performance, and capability delivery milestones
- Manage program interdependencies between construction, equipment installation, systems deployment, and workforce readiness
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Interface with executive leadership to provide program updates, secure resources, and drive strategic decisions
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders across systems engineering, software engineering, facilities, real estate, procurement, PXT, legal, safety, and finance organizations
- Facilitate cross-functional working sessions to resolve conflicts, align priorities, and drive consensus on complex technical and operational decisions
- Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation strategies to diverse audiences ranging from technical teams to senior leadership
- Coordinate with external partners including construction managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure alignment with program objectives
Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Proactively identify program risks across technical, operational, and organizational dimensions
- Develop comprehensive mitigation strategies and contingency plans for high-impact risks
- Drive rapid problem resolution when issues arise, escalating appropriately and mobilizing resources to maintain program momentum
- Establish early warning systems and leading indicators to anticipate potential delays or capability gaps
- Manage program dependencies and ensure coordination across parallel workstreams
Key job responsibilities
Program Leadership & Execution
- Serve as the single-threaded leader for the complete manufacturing facility launch program, owning all aspects of planning, execution, and delivery
- Drive program strategy and execution across multiple concurrent workstreams including site selection, construction coordination, systems integration, workforce development, and operational readiness
- Establish and maintain program governance structures, including executive reporting, risk management frameworks, and decision-making processes
- Own the critical path and ensure all dependencies are identified, tracked, and resolved to meet launch timelines
- Lead cross-functional alignment across 10+ stakeholder organizations including systems engineering, software engineering, facilities, real estate and construction, procurement, PXT, legal, safety, and finance
Greenfield Site Launch Management
- Lead all aspects of greenfield manufacturing facility establishment from site selection through operational launch
- Coordinate with real estate stakeholders (FTR) and construction managers to ensure timely completion of building infrastructure to specification
- Partner with construction teams to align facility delivery schedules with equipment installation and commissioning timelines
- Drive facility readiness activities including safety certifications, environmental compliance, and operational infrastructure deployment
- Manage permitting processes and regulatory compliance requirements in coordination with legal and safety teams
Technical Program Management
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans spanning 3+ year horizons with detailed milestone tracking and dependency management
- Coordinate with global procurement leaders and manufacturing engineers on equipment procurement timelines and delivery schedules
- Partner with systems engineering and software engineering teams to deliver integrated digital infrastructure including ERP, PLM, and MES platforms
- Drive technical integration across manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and enterprise software platforms
- Establish and track key program metrics including schedule adherence, budget performance, and capability delivery milestones
- Manage program interdependencies between construction, equipment installation, systems deployment, and workforce readiness
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Interface with executive leadership to provide program updates, secure resources, and drive strategic decisions
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders across systems engineering, software engineering, facilities, real estate, procurement, PXT, legal, safety, and finance organizations
- Facilitate cross-functional working sessions to resolve conflicts, align priorities, and drive consensus on complex technical and operational decisions
- Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation strategies to diverse audiences ranging from technical teams to senior leadership
- Coordinate with external partners including construction managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure alignment with program objectives
Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Proactively identify program risks across technical, operational, and organizational dimensions
- Develop comprehensive mitigation strategies and contingency plans for high-impact risks
- Drive rapid problem resolution when issues arise, escalating appropriately and mobilizing resources to maintain program momentum
- Establish early warning systems and leading indicators to anticipate potential delays or capability gaps
- Manage program dependencies and ensure coordination across parallel workstreams
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