Description Our vision in the Applied AI Solutions Go-To-Market team is to be a leading provider of AI and Agentic business applications, leveraging Amazon's unique experience and expertise, used by millions of companies around the world to manage their day-to-day operations. Our mission is to accelerate our customers' businesses by delivering intuitive and differentiated technology solutions that solve enduring business challenges. We approach this challenge by blending vision with curiosity, and Amazon's real-world experience, to build opinionated, turn-key solutions. We are seeking an experienced Principal Program Manager, Strategic Planning to join the Applied AI Solutions GTM acceleration team and work closely with senior leaders to ensure organizational alignment and achievement of strategic goals. This role will be pivotal in driving operational excellence, implementing AI-driven workflows, and ensuring seamless execution of our rhythm of business while serving as a force multiplier for leadership. This function will accelerate the Applied AI Solutions GTM strategy and growth through strategic initiatives that transform our organizational capability and operational excellence. You will serve as the organizational "connective tissue," synthesizing insights and aligning business rhythms across organizations. This position requires a strong understanding of internal AWS business dynamics and planning processes, the ability to make data-driven decisions, and a bias for action to implement strategies that enhance performance with speed. You will anticipate organizational needs 2-3 quarters ahead, proactively preparing leadership for upcoming decisions through strategic foresight and scenario planning. This position is part of the AWS Specialist and Partner Organization (ASP). Specialists own the end-to-end go-to-market strategy for their respective technology domains, providing the business and technical expertise to help our customers succeed. Partner teams own the strategy, recruiting, development, and growth of our key technology and consulting partners. Together they provide our customers with the expertise and scale needed to build innovative solutions for their most complex challenges. Key job responsibilities - Strategic Planning & Business Rhythm - Cross-Functional Orchestration - Strategy Development - Stakeholder Management & Influence - Innovation & Continuous Improvement - Change Management - Leveraging AI to transform Organizational Capabilities - Operational Excellence About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. 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Basic Qualifications - 10+ years of program or project management experience - 10+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience - 7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience - Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization - Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements Preferred Qualifications - MBA - Experience working with, presenting to and influencing senior executives up to VP level - 7+ years of change management experience Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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, CA, Mountain View - 152,600.00 - 206,500.00 USD annually USA, CA, San Francisco - 152,600.00 - 206,500.00 USD annually USA, IL, Chicago - 137,600.00 - 186,200.00 USD annually USA, NY, New York - 152,600.00 - 206,500.00 USD annually USA, TX, Austin - 137,600.00 - 186,200.00 USD annually USA, VA, Herndon - 137,600.00 - 186,200.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 137,600.00 - 186,200.00 USD annually