Amazon India is hiring Finance Manager

Title:                    Site Controller (Finance Manager)

Location:             Mumbai

At Amazon.com, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:-

·        Advanced degree from a top tier graduate school. (M.Com, ICWAI preferred). 

·        Resume that shows steady progression in Operations Finance for the last 5-6 years

·        Evidence of that reflects superior performance in previous roles. stretch assignments

·        5-6 years’ experience in Fortune 500 companies that adhere to a high hiring standard that equals Amazon.com and mentors their brightest employees to career advancement.

·        Ambitious.  Wants to join an Operations team as a Site Controller and grow with the company, whether that is to a role as a Regional Controller, a Directorship or higher into Corporate Finance.

Job Description:
  
Amazon.com is seeking dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Finance team as a Site Controller/Finance Manager for our India Fulfillment center.  This individual will be the financial leader for a business unit including management of variable cost, fixed cost, capital expenditures, supply chain and transportation costs. The individual will operate as a member of the Senior Site Leadership Team.  Duties will include.

·        Ensure financial controls are in place and followed

·        Lead the budgeting and forecasting efforts for the facility

·        Manage the Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly results reporting

·        Work with the facility to drive process improvements and cost savings

·        Manage the facility buying and finance teams.

Job Qualifications

Qualifications/Skills:
 

·        M.Com degree required, ICWAI preferred

·        Strong foundation in accounting principles

·        3-5 years’ experience managing a finance team

·        Highly analytical and detail oriented

·        Proven ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions

·        Proven ability to work successfully in an ambiguous environment

·        Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workload

·        Strong financial analysis and financial modeling skills

·        Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

·        Knowledge of Distribution Center processes and systems a plus

If interested request you to share your updated resume to gokulc@amazon.com

Amazon India is hiring Corporate Counsel - Legal

Amazon India  In House Attorney

Summary Description:

Amazon.com, a US based MNC in the ecommerce business, has an exciting opening for a smart young inhouse attorney with six to eight years of post qualification experience to provide end to end legal support to the Amazon business located in NCR.

The Attorney will report to the, Associate General Counsel and Director Legal and Corporate Affairs based in New Delhi. The Attorney will be based in Bangalore and will be required to travel to other cities in India and occasionally outside of India. The  Attorney serves as the primary  legal contact to to the Bangalore based teams of Amazon.com  and any other business or location that Amazon may add to the portfolio over time.  .

The Attorney structures, drafts, negotiates and advises on a wide range of matters from standard commercial contracts, to complex, high-dollar value transactions and cutting-edge business initiatives; provides day-to-day corporate and business law counseling; administers and resolves legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships; provides legal review of advertisements, promotions and marketing; and legal review of procedural and government compliance issues.

The  Attorney will also work with the  Director Legal and Corporate Affairs on compliance initiatives, and on planning and executing process improvements and training.

Throughout all the above tasks the Attorney will closely coordinate with the global legal teams and outside counsel.

6 – 8 years or more of in-house legal experience with a multi-national company  or a leading law firm environment is highly preferred. Experience working in a consumer-products, manufacturing, e-commerce or retail business is preferred.

Competence in a broad range of corporate and business laws is required; especially in the areas of commercial transactions and intellectual property (esp. copyright and trademark) and statutory compliances including Shops and Establishment Act and other State of Karnataka laws relevant to the Amazon business.

Essential Skills:

Description

1.    Competence in broad range of corporate and business laws, especially in both Indian domestic and trans-national commercial transaction and intellectual property (esp. copyright and trademark);

2.    Extensive experience and strong skills in drafting and negotiating contracts.

3.    Extensive experience in analyzing and responding to regulatory and compliance matters.

4.    Excellent ability to analyze and assess business processes, spot issues and propose/implement solutions.

5.    Ability to function autonomously yet communicate laterally and upwardly with ease.

6.    Strong legal and business judgment.

7.    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

8.    Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and coordinate complex issues and projects with diverse levels of management and employees.

Key Competencies:

Competency Description

1.    Reliability, dependability

Works hard and does what it takes to get results and meets deadlines. Takes accountability and works well in a cross functional team.

2.    Writing, speaking and listening effectively

Writes, speaks and presents information effectively, clearly and with brevity. Communicates to improve understanding, decision-making and performance. Understands the value of listening to others. Thinks before speaking. Probes to understand and confirms understanding of what is heard. Encourages others to speak.

3.    Composure

Handles unexpected events calmly. Successfully copes with unintended consequences. Helps co-workers thrive in stressful situations. Identifies and manages stress due to lack of control. Acts with the highest level of professionalism and maturity during crisis situations. Looks immediately for resolution rather than placing blame.

4.    Dealing with ambiguity

Able to function well in loosely structured situations. Works effectively in situations involving uncertainty or lack of information. Effectively handles multiple projects or tasks at the same time. Is open to and responds flexibly to change.

5.    Open communication

Willing to ask and honestly answer the tough questions. Treats others’ opinions with respect.  Fosters open communication and candid discussions. Shares information that helps others do their job well.  Keeps others in the loop.

6.    Company-wide perspective

Able to assess broader and deeper impact of decisions.  Focuses on what is right for the company – not just what is best for the group, project or self. Does not act in ways that sub-optimize for the overall business.  When possible, encourages cross-functional and cross business brainstorming and project teaming.

Estimated Percentage of Time Involved in Essential Functions:

1.    50%	Structures, drafts and negotiates business development, sourcing, licensing, leasing, employment, service, advertising, consulting and other commercial contracts.
2.    30%	Provides day-to-day legal advice on regulatory, labor, intellectual property, corporate, litigation and real estate law, public policy and contract negotiations.
3.    10%	Work with  Associate General Counsel and Director Legal and Corporate Affairs  to effectively communicate legal and policy issues in a timely and proactive manner;
4.    5%	Handles pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries under the supervision of Associate General Counsel and Director Legal and Corporate Affairs.
5.    5%	Maintains corporate records and security matters.
6.    100%	Total

Education:

Required Degree

LL.B. (undergraduate law degree) from a recognized university in India.

If interested request you to share your updated resume to gokulc@amazon.com

Amazon India is hiring Inventory Control & Quality Assurance Manager

The ICQA Manager has complete responsibility for overall Fulfillment Center Inventory Control and Quality Assurance (ICQA).

Title:               ICQA Manager

Location:        Mumbai

Responsibilities:-

·         Measurement of quality & inventory transaction integrity accuracy while providing feedback to the operations.

·         Review & analysis of customer defect data with development of corresponding action plans to reduce defects.

·         Develop & execute daily, weekly & monthly action plans that increase quality, inventory accuracy & service.

·         Partner with Area Managers & Operations Managers in the communication of policies.

·         Follow up to ensure compliance & consistency for policies & procedures surrounding

Inventory Control & Quality.

·         Plan & execute cycle counts as described in each area of the facility.

·         Establish & Maintain Inventory handling procedures within the building.

·         Plan for & identify root causes of inventory deviation through cause & effect analysis.

·         Drive process improvements & the ability to keep pace with our explosive growth while motivating others to meet the challenges of an extremely deadline-driven environment.

·         Candidate must be able to teach & educate managers and associates on the importance of inventory control & quality assurance.

Basic Qualifications:-

·         Bachelor's degree

·         3+ years related Inventory & Quality Assurance Management experience

·         Supervisory experience in a Distribution or Manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:-

·         Strong analytical, math, data analysis, listening & communication skills

·         Ability to show Inventory & Quality improvement in a continually improving environment

·         Ability to quickly pick up various software systems and data analysis tools

If interested please revert with your updated resume to gokulc@amazon.com