Specification Manager, Amazon Fresh Private Brands - Amazon

Description Do you have a passion for the food industry and have expertise in product development? Are you a dynamic, organized self-starter who is detail oriented with a high level of experience in manufacturing specification creation, data entry and database management? Amazon is currently looking for a specification manager to join our team. Key job responsibilities - Owns the creation and maintenance of finished goods within the product life-cycle management system. - Has a strong attention to detail and yet can identify and implement improvements to simplify the current process. - Transfers data from both internal and external partners on time and accurately to support data collection for specifications. - Leads specification optimization exercises through cross-functional partnerships with Program Management and Tech teams. - Manages the implementation of change management requests so they accurately flow through the database of finished goods. - Trouble shoots inconsistencies within specifications and creates action plans to remedy. - Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills to include project summaries, technical updates as well as the ability to convey food science/technical information to non-technical partners. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Seattle, WA, USA Basic Qualifications - 3+ years of product management experience - Experience managing technical products or online services - Experience in product, program, or project management in leading cross-functional teams in delivery of major new products or services Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of SQL and VBA at an advanced level - Experience building and analyzing cost/benefit scenarios and business cases and communicating results throughout the organization 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 $93,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $179,600/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.