オペレーション技術統括本部（英語名称JCFS: Japan Customer Fulfillment Solutions）はアマゾンジャパン オペレーション部門（JP Ops）の中核部門として、物流プロセスの設計・導入・改善に取り組むとともに、物流プロセスのベースとなる建屋の設計を最適化して、拠点の価値を最大化することに注力しています。Sustainable Building Sr. Program Managerは、アマゾンジャパンのフルフィルメントセンター(以下FC)及びデリバリーステーション(以下DS)において太陽光などの再生可能エネルギーの導入やエネルギーの効率化、低炭素建材の利用など建物から発生する炭素削減に向けた取り組みを多岐にわたるステークホルダーを巻き込んで実行します。この分野は制度が整っていないので、市場調査やグローバルのルールを確認しつつ、ルールを作り上げ、実行していくような革新性も求められます。
The Operations Technology Division (JCFS: Japan Customer Fulfillment Solutions), as a core division within Amazon Japan Operations (JP Ops), focuses on designing, implementing, and improving logistics processes while optimizing facility design to maximize the value of our locations.
The Sustainable Building Sr. Program Manager will implement carbon reduction initiatives for Amazon Japan's Fulfillment Centers (FC) and Delivery Stations (DS) by engaging with various stakeholders. This includes introducing renewable energy such as solar power, improving energy efficiency, and utilizing low-carbon building materials. As this field lacks established frameworks, the role requires innovation in creating and implementing rules while conducting market research and aligning with global standards.
This position will develop and execute innovative ideas for reducing carbon emissions from buildings and equipment in FCs/DSs through renewable energy adoption. Working from the planning stage, they will collaborate with facility teams, maintenance teams, engineering teams, and real estate divisions to maximize the installation of solar equipment and storage batteries. The role also involves creating new schemes through discussions with external vendors and government agencies. Additionally, they will be responsible for exploring other renewable energy options beyond solar, considering equipment for energy conservation, and implementing carbon reduction measures based on consumption data tracking for electricity, water, and refrigerants.
The position requires broader engagement in sustainability management with a wide and high-level perspective. Candidates should demonstrate leadership capabilities across various phases of building and equipment projects, from upstream to downstream, with the ability to execute projects from a technical standpoint and implement problem-solving and improvement proposals. Strong communication skills in both Japanese and English are essential for conducting business negotiations and meetings with domestic and international stakeholders, along with facilitation skills and documentation abilities for project proposals.
50%: Work with internal and external partners to implement carbon reduction initiatives, including solar panel and battery storage installation in new and existing FCs and DSs, and other measures to reduce building carbon emissions (including the use of low-carbon building materials). Specifically, this includes finalizing specifications, developing investment schemes, negotiating with property owners, analyzing and verifying investment costs, and conducting contract negotiations.
20%: Create new frameworks through discussions with external vendors, building owners, and government agencies to achieve carbon reduction goals.
20%: Research new technologies and evaluate their feasibility.
10%: Build partnerships with external stakeholders and lead the development of medium to long-term strategies.
This role requires coordination and negotiation with both internal and external stakeholders, balancing short-term project execution with long-term planning and new technology implementation. The position is based at the Tokyo Meguro office, with several site visits per month to locations in the Kanto region. Travel to Kansai and Kyushu regions may be required 5-6 times per year, depending on project assignments.
Morning
A typical day might look like this:
Check solar power generation status and incident reports from various sites
Review emails
Discuss contract terms with Legal team for solar equipment agreements
Conduct project economic evaluations and align with Finance team
Afternoon
Meet with building owners to discuss potential solar equipment installation
Consult with solar vendors about new types of solar panels and potential application sites
Research and interview vendors about non-solar carbon reduction initiatives for next fiscal year planning
Attend internal Sustainability regular meetings to discuss weekly achievements and upcoming challenges with related departments (Construction, Facility Management, Procurement, etc.)
The Role Also Involves Developing New Frameworks By
Gathering input from internal and external stakeholders about current issues and desired solutions
Proposing new ideas to vendors and building owners
The Sustainable Buildings team is structured around three pillars: Sustainable Buildings, Renewable Energy, and Circular Economy.
Our mission is to leverage industry best practices and innovative new technologies in facility design and operation to drive reductions in carbon, energy, water, and waste without negatively impacting productivity, safety, or user well-being. We collaborate across departments with both internal and external business partners to promote energy and carbon savings at every stage of building design and use.
We also maintain active exchanges with overseas teams, proactively promoting the cross-pollination of best practices. This approach contributes to the growth of Amazon, Amazon Japan, and individual team members.
Upon joining, the entire team supports the onboarding process through sharing existing processes and knowledge, providing training, and conducting daily meetings.
This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a global company that is at the forefront of sustainable building practices and operations.
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