Sr. Business Development Manager , WW Sustainability

Amazon is seeking a Sr. Business Development Manager for Worldwide Sustainability in New York, NY. The role involves advancing sustainability initiatives, collaborating with supply chain partners, and implementing projects for carbon reduction. Candidates should have extensive experience in sustainable solutions, project management, and business development. The position offers flexible work arrangements and focuses on environmental and social advancements to support Amazon's long-term sustainability goals.
About the position

The Sr. Business Development Manager for Worldwide Sustainability at Amazon will play a crucial role in advancing the company's sustainability initiatives. This position focuses on environmental and social advancements to support Amazon's long-term sustainability strategy, working with internal partners and Climate Pledge signatories to implement projects that lead to measurable carbon reductions across various industry supply chains.

Responsibilities
• Work with signatories of The Climate Pledge to co-create and/or support supply chain decarbonization projects
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• Work cross-functionally with Amazon business leaders to analyze supply chain landscape and emissions reduction opportunities, and bring in signatories and/or partners to advance solutions
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• Assess supplier needs by industry and geography to help identify barriers to supply chain decarbonization
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• Address access to finance solutions for suppliers across geographies by identifying and implementing solutions (working with private commercial and/or multi-lateral development banks)
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• Implement systems to track and report progress across projects
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• Investigate the use of AI/ML to automate decarbonization solutions
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• Share knowledge and learnings through written case studies, and other knowledge assets in partnership with WWS Marketing/Comms teams

Requirements
• 8+ years of work experience implementing sustainable industry solutions (e.g., buildings, energy, materials manufacturing, transportation logistics, waste)
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• 5+ years of Product and/or Project Management experience
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• 5+ years Business development and engagement experience
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• Bachelor's degree, or related field

Nice-to-haves
• International work experience implementing sustainable industry solutions with (e.g., buildings, energy, materials manufacturing, transportation logistics, waste)
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• Advanced degree (e.g., MS, MCP, MBA)
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• Familiarity with supply chain emissions sources, challenges, and supply chain finance
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• Familiarity with AI/ML and integration with sustainability solutions
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• Ability to manage ambiguity, work independently, take initiative, and multi-task in an agile environment
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• Highly proficient writing and public speaking skills
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• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Benefits
• Flexible work hours and arrangements
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• Mentorship and career growth resources
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• Diversity and inclusion programs
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• Work-life balance initiatives