Istanbul, TUR
16 days ago
Inventory Control & Quality Assurance Area Manager, Inventory Control and Quality Assurance
Description Do you have a Bias for Action? Would you like to be part of an innovative, fast-paced and motivated team? We’re glad to hear it. Each action we undertake is on behalf of our customers, which is why we keep a close eye on all processes in our Fulfillment Centers. Our Fulfillment Centers are at the heart of Amazon’s world-class and rapidly growing Operations network: they’re where we manage our fast-moving inventory. They’re also where we developed our industry-leading workflows. Our teams stow deliveries, pick products, package them up and ship them out. We’re looking for a detail-oriented leader to join our Inventory Control and Quality Assurance and ISS team. We’ll need you to ensure that we continue delivering as reliably as ever to our customers, with all teams maintaining their performance and quality of service. When working on Inventory Control (IC), you’ll carry out extensive analysis and research, as you come to understand and correct any vacancies in our inventory. The other significant portion of your time will be devoted to Quality Assurance (QA). In this line of responsibility, you’ll proactively audit team efficiency. For example: how closely everyone in your Fulfillment Center is adhering to agreed processes, while highlighting any discrepancies. ISS support fulfillment center operations by acting as the link between Corporate Retail teams and on-site Operations. They investigate, manage, and re-escalate Retail, Vendor, and Catalog tickets to resolve receiving and inventory issues. The role requires strong communication, cross-team coordination, and hands-on problem solving. ISS Representatives also help maintain safe work areas and support consistent operational performance. Your responsibilities: - Managing the site-based Inventory Control and Quality Assurance team, - You’ll maintain Health and Safety standards within your sphere of influence, actively promoting a positive Health and Safety culture on-site, - Monitor KPIs regarding accuracy and integrity of Quality and Inventory transactions; then, you’ll provide feedback to Operations where necessary, - Review and analyze customer defect data, while developing corresponding action plans to reduce and eliminate causes of any issues, - On a daily, weekly and monthly basis: develop and execute action plans for increasing quality, inventory accuracy and service satisfaction, - Partner with Management in the communication of Inventory Control and Quality Assurance policies and procedures: you’ll keep an eye on compliance in your Fulfillment Center, - Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Amazon’s wider policies and procedures, including: [li]Interviewing and training both exempt and non-exempt employees, - Assuming accountability for setting and meeting operational goals, - Planning and forecasting, - Assigning and directing work and employee deliverables, - Performance appraisal of team members, - Rewarding and disciplining employees where appropriate. - To build up an understanding of Fulfillment Center inventory systems and processes, and to provide assistance and expertise for problem-solving wherever you can. - Act as the primary link between Corporate Retail teams and Fulfillment Center Operations. - Investigate, manage, and re-escalate Retail, - Vendor, and Catalog tickets to resolve receiving and inventory issues. Support the resolution of problem items that cannot be received under standard receiving conditions. Communicate clearly with associates and leaders to provide instructions, updates, and escalation status. Maintain safe, organized work areas while supporting consistent operational performance and customer experience. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or equivalent qualification - Demonstrated solid proficiency in time management skills, alongside confidence in organising vast amounts of data - Resilient, focused problem solver and self-starter, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a complex, occasionally ambiguous environment - Proven ability to influence, with varying levels of seniority within an organisation - Previous experience in inventory placement and optimisation - Fluent user of the entire MS Office suite, especially Excel; MS Access experience is a plus - Excellent verbal and written communications skills in the local language and in English Preferred Qualifications - 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, for tracking, reporting, and analysis. - Experience working in a Fulfillment Center, Receiving, ICQA, or Operations support function. - Strong analytical abilities, including proficient mathematical and data analysis skills, with experience in inventory analysis and topography optimization. - Expert in data mining and data preparation, with the ability to turn large data sets into actionable insights. - Ability to quickly learn and apply new software systems and data analysis tools. - Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement techniques. - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and drive resolution. - Effective communicator, able to work cross-functionally with associates, managers, and corporate stakeholders. - Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with competing priorities. - If you want this shorter, more technical, or sim Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. 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