56 Innovation jobs in Austin

At Danaher, our work saves lives. And each of us plays a part. Fueled by our culture of continuous improvement, we turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Our 63,000+ associates work across the globe at more than 15 unique businesses within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference? At Danaher, you can build an incredible career at a leading science and technology company, where we're committed to hiring and developing from within. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The Danaher Business System Office (DBSO) Director - Innovation Strategy offers you a chance to deeply engage with Danaher's mission "Innovation at the speed of life" and drive meaningful growth in innovation. You will leverage your expertise to influence at all organizational levels.
This position reports to the Sr. Director DBSO Innovation and is part of the Corporate DBS Office. This will be a remote role based in the USA.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Drive innovation growth by coaching leaders to lead with Danaher Business System: applying Danaher Business System (DBS) tools and fostering an inclusive culture
+ Own and execute a collaboration agreement between an Operating Company and Danaher Business System Office (DBSO) that enables the Operating Company's success through implementation and sustainment of Danaher Business System principles
+ Guide strategic innovation initiatives, ensuring alignment with Innovation KPIs (IFV/IPV, project OTD, Revenue Achievement) and mentoring teams to achieve excellence
+ Lead through influencing all levels of the organization from senior leaders, functional leaders to practitioners. Balancing coaching associates with differing strengths in discovery and delivery skills
+ Advocate for innovation, managing a specific tool to promote widespread adoption and sharing best practices
The essential requirements of the job include:
+ You are currently a Product/Portfolio leader with a consistent track record meeting 80%+ Revenue Achievement in the last 3 years. Bachelor's or Master's degree in science or technology with 8+ years' experience in Product Management or Product Marketing or Strategy
+ Proven track record leading global product portfolios end-to-end, from ideation to launch and lifecycle management.
+ Hands-on experience in defining proprietary segmentation, product portfolio strategies, product roadmap, and value-based pricing that outgrows the market.
+ Able to navigate from "big problem" to "specific issue" with humility and curiosity while dealing with ambiguity. Self-driven with a continuous improvement and growth mindset
+ 3 years of experience coaching senior leaders (L1 or above) by leveraging facts/data and asking critical questions to get to true "root causes". Repeated success in delivering results through the application of Danaher Business System (e.g. Solving problems with PSP, leveraging Daily and Visual Management), Customer Insight (CI); Customer-Centric Product Definition (CPD), Launch Excellence (LEX) and Differentiated and Defensible Value (DDV)
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
+ Willingness to travel internationally; minimum of 50%, and up to 70%
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Current Advanced Certified Practitioner, or Certified Practitioner in at least 1 of the following Danaher Business System Innovation tools: Customer Insight (CI); Customer-Centric Product Definition (CPD), Launch Excellence (LEX)
+ Hands-on experience in leading Policy Deployment (PD)
+ Comfortable with remote working
Skilled at collaborating with teams both remotely and in person to apply innovation best practices, overcome challenges, and accelerate progress.
At Danaher, we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.
The annual salary range for this role is $180,000-$220,000 USD. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
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**Your opportunity**
At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.
The Corporate Strategy & Innovation team is an internal strategy group that acts as a trusted advisor to executives and business leaders by providing thought partnership, strategic analysis, and insights. The group leads several key functions for Schwab to support informed decision making, including leading key strategic initiatives for our executives, maintaining perspectives on broader industry trends and Schwab's competitive landscape, and supporting the annual corporate strategic planning cycle. Corporate Strategy supports the Board, C-suite, and senior leaders, and is responsible for delivering thoughtful, insightful contributions across a range of high-level strategic projects.
There are 4 opportunities within Strategy & Innovation for interns as follows:
**Corporate Development (Opportunity in Austin, TX)**
As a key member of the Corporate Development team, the Intern will help evaluate acquisition, divestiture, and strategic investment opportunities, coordinate due diligence processes, and participate in the overall execution of transactions. This may include helping to:
+ Prepare detailed financial analysis
+ Prepare presentations which outline the strategic and financial rationale for transactions for senior management and the Board of Directors
+ Partner with cross-functional teams across Schwab to coordinate and administer due diligence efforts
+ Coordinate communications among project teams, senior Schwab management, external advisors, and counterparties
**Corporate Strategy (Opportunities in Austin, TX, Westlake, TX)**
Our Corporate Development intern will help support key strategic initiatives and insights across a range of topics. Working both independently and in a team setting, a successful intern will gain experience performing data-driven analyses to generate insights and contribute recommendations for strategy development that will drive sustained growth for Schwab.
**Corporate Vendor Management (Opportunities in Westlake, TX)**
As a Corporate Vendor Management Intern, you will have a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day vendor management functions, as well as gain department-wide knowledge through 1x1 interactions, providing ideas for process improvements, and through project work. You will partner with members of the CVM team to understand the department's processes, regulatory requirements, systems, and data. Through this work, you will understand the importance of collaboration between CVM teams and gain exposure to business units across the company. We value talent and professionalism and may be offering career opportunities at the conclusion of the internship.
Come "challenge the status quo" for the Summer of 2026 and learn what is means to be the next generation of Schwab change makers!
**What you have**
As an intern, it's not about what you know, it's about what you are willing to learn. We're seeking passionate students who are ready to own their Early Talent career and have the courage to ask "why".
**Required Qualifications**
+ Be currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program
+ Have enough credit hours to put you at a junior level status at a 4-year college or university
+ Have not already completed your bachelor's degree
+ Able and willing to relocate at your own expense if relocation is needed
+ Able to commit to working 40 hours a week for the 9 weeks of the internship dates of June 8, 2026 - August 7, 2026
+ Able to start full time employment during business hours between August 2026 - September 2027
+ Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Planned final graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027 earning a Bachelor's degree or higher
+ A strong desire to build and grow a career in the financial services industry
+ Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to develop robust materials and effectively present information
+ Passionate about strategy and/or client experience and financial services
+ High degree of comfort dealing with ambiguity in a dynamic and fast-moving work environment
+ Superior research and analytical skills, creativity in problem solving, and attention to detail
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**What's in it for you**
At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry.
What's in it for you:
At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Description
Amazon opened its doors in 1995 and strives to be the world's most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online.
Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is looking to hire an experienced, innovative, hands-on, and customer-obsessed Sr. Innovation Engineer to lead the application of the Amazon Robotics (AR) System and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) automation into our European Delivery Station Network.
The successful candidate will be a member of the European Amazon Logistics Central Engineering team and will be responsible to define, test, validate and implement various Robotics and Automation systems in the Delivery Stations network in EU region.
This role requires experienced and entrepreneurial minded Engineers with combined robotics, engineering, planning and analytical skills. This individual will own robotics and automation implementation projects end-to-end and will partner with Process Engineering teams, Operations leaders, Facilities and Engineering teams to effectively operate advanced robotics technology across Amazon's last mile network.
Key job responsibilities
Key technical partner responsible for implementing AR (Augmented Reality) systems and automation in EU Delivery Station networks, working closely with AR Product teams and Worldwide Engineering.
Core Responsibilities:
- Drive customer requirements for AR system implementation
- Identify automation opportunities based on labor, cost, safety, and performance metrics
- Lead AR and MHE automation pilots, measuring success against productivity, quality, and safety targets
- Develop business cases and implementation strategies
- Support commissioning and maintenance of new installations
Technical Collaboration:
- Create technical documentation including flow diagrams and equipment layouts
- Partner with simulation teams to validate automation concepts
- Work with design and controls teams on MHE integration
- Participate in cross-functional teams developing future technologies (robotics, IoT)
Project Leadership:
- Define pilot criteria and success metrics
- Evaluate and select critical sites for automation deployment
- Document lessons learned for future design iterations
- Support field teams with service and maintenance implementation
- Works as part of core team to improve processes based on EU network performance data, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies into Delivery Station ecosystems.
A day in the life
As an Innovation Engineer for AMZL, you'll develop and implement state-of-the-art automation and robotics technologies. Working between field operations and vendor partnerships, you'll identify operational challenges faced by associates and transform them into technological solutions. Based in our Innovation Center, you'll build and validate prototypes through rapid design iterations, using simulation and data analysis to demonstrate real-world benefits. Your role combines hands-on technical development with strategic business planning, requiring you to build compelling business cases for new technology pilots. You'll need to understand deeply how technology impacts both AMZL processes and associate workflows, bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to improve operational efficiency and worker experience.
About the team
We are a set of diverse individuals who work coherently to solve customer problems with the most innovative solutions. We put heavy emphasis on empowering our employees to maintain work/life harmony. The team works with innovative technologies in the market to bring into AMZL to solve complex technical problems. It's a fine balance between working on writing strategic business cases and understanding the deep human-machine interfaces.
Basic Qualifications
- 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
- Experience with prototyping and implementation
- BS in Mechanical Engineering
- SolidWorks or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies, complex configuration management
- Hands on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes
- Thorough understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design
- Organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams
- Experience communicating concepts and writing technical documents
- Experience working in a fast-paced agile environment
- Experience with full lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet associated milestones
- Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment
- Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO's
- MS in Mechanical Engineering
- Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys Finite Element Analysis tools
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Job title: Business Analyst - Emerging Technology & Innovation
Location: Austin TX 78752
Rate: $45/hour on W2
Type: Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Create themes, epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria according to agency standards.
• Convert existing use cases into actionable user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria in Jira.
• Analyze existing process documentation and identify opportunities to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Support the development and implementation of various initiatives across DPS.
• Collaborate with project and development teams to ensure requirements are accurate, complete, and aligned with agency goals.

Note: Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered for this opportunity.

Required Experience:

• 4 years of experience in the field or a related technology field as a senior-level Business Analyst.
• 3 years of working knowledge of Agile project management methodology and practices.

Preferred Experience:

• 1 year of experience in understanding and documentation of use cases.
• 1 year of experience in process documentation mapping.

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. In this role, youll drive static timing analysis and closure for complex, high-performance designs. Youll collaborate closely with logic, DFT, and physical design teams to debug constraints, optimize paths, and ensure our chips meet performance targets across corners and modes.
Experienced in STA and passionate about enabling silicon to meet aggressive performance goals. br> A collaborative team player who works well across logic, DFT, and physical design boundaries.
Deep knowledge of STA tools and techniques, including noise, crosstalk, and OCV analysis.
~ Proficiency in writing and debugging SDC constraints, creating ECOs, and developing closure strategies.
~ Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, and TCL to support automation and flow development.
~ Familiarity with SPICE modeling and worst-case corner analysis.

How to close timing on Tenstorrents high-performance RISC-V CPUs and AI SoCs.
How to collaborate with world-class engineers across RTL, DFT, and physical design teams.
How to influence chip performance through timing methodology innovation and automation.
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Introduction

Do you consider yourself an agent for change? Are you passionate about serving clients? If so, you may be the ideal candidate to join IBM Innovation Studio Austin as Solution Architect. Through our in-person Client and Business Partner Engagements, this team delivers the three things this audience has told us they want most from IBM: (1) to be inspired by what is possible; (2) to solve problems leveraging deep expertise; and (3) to generate concrete outcomes that transform their business. Helping our clients and business partners achieve these goals is what Innovation Studio is all about, and we're looking for enterprising team members with a keen mind and adventurous spirit to join us on this mission.

The Solution Architect role is an onsite Studio-based role that interfaces directly with existing and prospective clients. As part of the Studio team, you'll play a critical role in developing and delivering Client and Business Partner Engagements that generate business for IBM. In this capacity, you'll also work closely with the other Innovation Studios worldwide to share best practices and innovation and apply key learnings. The Innovation Studios are an integral part of the MCC Demand Funnel, and we're looking for the best people with diverse skills and experiences to complement the studio team and serve as front line ambassadors for IBM.

Your role and responsibilities

• Serve as Solution Architect for the flagship IBM Innovation Studio Austin location and provide technical expertise

• Design, implement, scale, own/maintain and deliver solution storytelling showcases, technical demos, and other interactive experiences that leverage different technologies, vendors, platforms, and styles of computing

• Discover compelling pieces of work that IBM has done with clients through partnering with IBM business units - including sales, consulting and research - to create compelling solution storytelling showcases, technical demos, and other interactive experiences

• Enable Engagement Leaders to deliver solution storytelling showcases, technical demos, and other interactive experiences

• Collaborate with Engagement Leaders to execute technical aspects of Client and Business Partner Engagements, including, but not limited to building technical roadmaps, assisting in design of Proof of Concepts (PoCs) and Proof of Technologies (PoTs), and preparing and coaching technical subject matter experts for workshops.

• Mentor Engagement Leaders on technical topics

• Manage architectural and technical setup for the IBM Innovation Studio Austin.

Required technical and professional expertise

• At least 3 years of consultative experience in a technical solution delivery role (or equivalent experience in marketing/sales) with IBM products and solutions focused on Hybrid Cloud, Multicloud, AI, and infrastructure

• Experience developing and delivering complex technology topics through engaging storytelling presentations to CxO and LOB-level attendees across both business and IT audiences

• Experience in developing technical showcases/demonstrations that highlight new technologies

• Is collaborative, flexible, handles multiple priorities and works well in teams in a fast-paced environment

Preferred technical and professional experience

• IBM Certified Architect

• At least 5 years of consultative experience in a technical solution delivery role (or equivalent experience in marketing/sales) with IBM products and solutions focused on Hybrid Cloud, Multicloud, AI, and infrastructure

• Expert in developing and delivering complex technology topics through engaging storytelling presentations to CxO and LOB-level attendees across both business and IT audiences

• Expert in developing technical showcases/demonstrations that highlight new technologies

• Experience leading working groups across a matrixed organization

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

**Introduction**
Do you consider yourself an agent for change? Are you passionate about serving clients? If so, you may be the ideal candidate to join the IBM Innovation Studio Austin team as an Engagement Leader. Through our in-person Client and Business Partner Engagements, this team delivers the three things this audience has told us they want most from IBM: (1) to be inspired by what is possible; (2) to solve problems leveraging deep expertise; and (3) to generate concrete outcomes that transform their business. Helping our clients and business partners achieve these goals is what Innovation Studio is all about, and we're looking for enterprising team members with a keen mind and adventurous spirit to join us on this mission.
The IBM Innovation Studio Austin will be one of IBM's premier Innovation Studios in North America and routinely will host the CxO Suite of the top companies. The Engagement Leader is an onsite Studio-based role responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of Client and Business Partner Engagements that generate business for IBM. Innovation Studio is an integral part of the Demand Funnel, and we're looking for the best people with diverse skills and experiences to complement the studio team and serve as front line ambassadors for IBM.
**Your role and responsibilities**
The Innovation Studio Engagement Leader leads and facilitates client and partner engagements to identify and progress opportunities to grow business with IBM. To do this effectively, the Engagement Leader will have a well-rounded view of IBM's portfolio, be an effective listener, a proactive collaborator, and able to bring new and creative ideas to deliver impactful outcomes.
Engagement Leader responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Ownership and management of client and business partner engagements end-to-end, including, but not limited to: (1) building engagement team; (2) designing overall agenda and experiences; (3) engaging with SMEs on topic selection and content; (4) demonstrating solution storytelling showcases and interactive experiences; (5) framing and facilitating workshops to generate new ideas; and (6) owning follow-up actions post-engagement
* Coordinate with Innovation Studio Experience Lead and Concierge to ensure seamless delivery of the overall client and business partner experience
* Collaborate with Innovation Studio Solution Architect to ensure coverage of technical aspects of client and business partner engagements
* Schedule and lead initial intake calls, SME prep sessions, retrospectives, and follow up discussions, and track results in the engagement management system
* Collaborate with sellers and partners to further develop opportunities and plan next steps
**Required technical and professional expertise**
* At least two years of consulting experience in a solution delivery role (or equivalent experience in marketing/sales) with IBM products and solutions focused on Hybrid Cloud, Multicloud, AI, and infrastructure
* At least two years of experience delivering technology topics through engaging storytelling presentations to director- level attendees across both business and IT audiences
* At least two years of experience in framing and facilitating co-creation workshops utilizing Enterprise Design Thinking
* Is collaborative, flexible, handles multiple priorities and works well in teams in a fast-paced environment
* Has a quick thinking mind; fast on your feet, and able to quickly pivot with changing requirements.
* Demonstrates a high degree of situational and emotional awareness (sensitivity to diversity, cultural differences, etc) and practices active listening
**Preferred technical and professional experience**
* Three or more years of consulting experience in a solution delivery role (or equivalent experience in marketing/sales) with IBM products and solutions focused on Hybrid Cloud, Multicloud, AI, and infrastructure
* Three or more years of experience delivering technology topics through engaging storytelling presentations to director and C- level attendees across both business and IT audiences
* Three or more years of experience in framing and facilitating co-creation workshops utilizing Enterprise Design Thinking
* Has a quick thinking mind and able to quicky pivot with changing requirements.
* Demonstrates a high degree of situational and emotional awareness (sensitivity to diversity, cultural differences, etc) and practices active listening
* Experience leading working groups across a matrixed organization
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Description
We are looking for a Program Manager to join the Whole Foods Market Growth & Innovation team supporting Whole Foods Market and Amazon Retail Development projects. Reporting to the Executive Leader, the role will be responsible for supporting a small team that works cross-functionally with stakeholders throughout Whole Foods Market and Amazon to launch new stores. This role will be responsible for executing go-to market plans, including merchandising assortment, supply chain execution, and operations. Responsibilities include collaboration with Operations, Merchandising Presentation and Merchandising teams, partnering with Distribution and Receiving for supplier optimization, and monitoring overall performance. This position is based in any Store Support office, with an expectation of being in the Store Support office five days a week. Travel expected 25% of the time.
Key job responsibilities
- Execute business plans and go-to-market strategies for new stores.
- Collaborate with Merchandising stakeholders to innovate and drive evolution across the store portfolio.
- Build trusted partnerships with cross functional partners.
- Support the Growth & Innovation team's culture of innovation and strategic expansion.
- Independently manages complex projects requiring collaboration across multiple functions.
- Plays a consultative role to help put in place the appropriate people, processes, and tools to enable effective project management and success.
- Manages projects with complex business, operational, technical, and other challenges.
- Determines and coordinates sharing of leveraged resources among projects.
- Solves complex and ambiguous analytical projects on a company-wide basis.
- Engages with leadership to identify and define business critical process improvements.
- Develops project plans and schedules, including task assignments, resources, milestones, review points, and reporting requirements.
- Remains current with industry, process, and technology state-of-the-art.
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of program or project management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
- Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $66,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $142,800/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 . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Description
We are looking for a Project Manager to join the Whole Foods Market Growth & Innovation team supporting Whole Foods Market and Amazon Retail Development projects. Reporting to the Executive Leader, the Project Manager will be responsible for supporting a small team that works cross-functionally with stakeholders throughout Whole Foods Market and Amazon to (1) define and manage the work plan, resource needs, timeline, and budget for projects; (2) organize and drive resources to achieve project objectives on time, within scope, and on budget; and (3) ensure project scope, planning, and implementation align with business expectations and needs. The ideal candidate has proven project management experience and a track record of successfully managing complex initiatives. This position is based in any Store Support office, with an expectation of being in the Store Support office five days a week.
Key job responsibilities
- Provide end-to-end project management support for Whole Foods Market and Amazon Retail Development projects.
- Build and maintain project roadmaps, including milestones, deliverables, and overall timelines and report on progress, issues, and status.
- Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements including documentation expectations, resource limitations, risks, and challenges.
- Track and manage progress of tasks, identifying and communicating issues / risks to leadership; ensure changes are implemented and documented as required.
- Engage with Team Members and leadership to ensure a mutual and shared understanding of project expectations.
- Partner with 3P and teams across Whole Foods Market and Amazon to ensure alignment, collaboration, and widespread sharing of lessons learned.
- Network with other business groups to identify gaps / synergies and suggest process and communication improvements.
- Build effective working relationships with partners across the organization.
- Ensure consistency and adherence to Whole Foods Market and Amazon standards, processes, and policies.
A day in the life
The Growth & Innovation Project Manager
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of program or project management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
- Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $66,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $142,800/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 . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.