WW Planning Manager, Devices Global Planning (DGP)
Company: Amazon
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Amazon is looking for a leader to fill the position of WW
Planning Manager for its global portfolio of device and accessories
products. This worldwide planning position is essential to the
continued growth of Amazon’s Devices division as it continues its
fast paced growth and expansion of its portfolio of Fire TVs and
Alexa branded products. The mission of our Worldwide Planning
organization is to deliver the most accurate forecasts, inventory
targets and allocation plans to ensure every customer is able to
purchase the product they want, when and where they want it. In
order to achieve this, our team develops and uses optimization
tools, advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms and
big data solutions, so we can provide the Device organization with
a detailed sales and strategic plan that outlines the opportunities
and risks for our customers. Key job responsibilities As the WW
Planning Manager, you own and manage the worldwide planning for
specific programs of devices and accessories. It requires the
ability to leverage a broad cross-functional organization of
business teams and management partners. This role is very visible
throughout the organization and this person will lead the
generation of large scale and complex plans that are presented to
senior leaders and executives. Specifically, the WW Planning
Manager has the following responsibilities: - Management of our
end-to-end planning processes and workflows to drive our build and
manufacturing investment decisions to our consumers, retailers,
customer replenishment and long-term product development. - Subject
matter expert for demand planning, pricing, promotion, in-stock,
procurement, supply chain, logistics, and retailer demand and
supply planning processes. - Management of New Product Launches. -
Owning and communicating the global supply allocation plan to
global stakeholders. - Create and implement inventory allocation
strategies to maximize inventory placement, turns, sales, and
customer experience. - Continuously improve key end-to-end planning
performance indicators from Forecast MAPEs to customer on-time
delivery. A day in the life As the WW Planning Manager, you own and
manage the worldwide planning for specific programs of devices and
accessories. It requires the ability to leverage a broad
cross-functional organization of business teams and management
partners. This role is very visible throughout the organization and
this person will lead the generation of large scale and complex
plans that are presented to senior leaders and executives. About
the team The mission of our Worldwide Planning organization is to
deliver the most accurate forecasts, inventory targets and
allocation plans to ensure every customer is able to purchase the
product they want, when and where they want it. In order to achieve
this, our team develops and uses optimization tools, advanced
statistical models, machine learning algorithms and big data
solutions, so we can provide the Device organization with a
detailed sales and strategic plan that outlines the opportunities
and risks for our customers. - 3 years of with Excel experience - 4
years of supply chain, inventory management or project management
experience - Bachelor's degree, or 3 years of professional or
military experience - Knowledge of the principles of statistical
inventory control - Experience with process improvement techniques
such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Amazon is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected
status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the
best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a
workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and
hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding
process, please visit
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more
information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed,
please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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, Seattle - 82,700.00 -
128,300.00 USD annually
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