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Salary $102,000 - $160,000 a year job type full-time
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Bs/ba degree in marketing, business, or equivalent related experience.
5+ years of experience in product or program management, product marketing, business development or technology
Experience with end to end product delivery
Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product
Experience overseeing roadmap strategy and definition
7+ years of communications experience (ar/pr/marketing)
3+ years of experience in the retail or consumer packaged goods (cpg) industries
Amazon web services (aws) is seeking an experienced, self-motivated, personable, and detail-oriented communications professional to help drive its retail/consumer packaged goods (cpg) analyst relations (ar) programThis person will develop and execute ar strategies and tactics to accelerate the education of industry analysts, create opportunities for influencing key voices in the retail/cpg space, and ultimately drive tangible business results for the business.
The aws cloud computing platform is used today by millions of businesses and developers around the world, ranging from start-ups to fortune 50 enterprisesCloud computing is arguably one of the most impactful developments in technology within the last 20 yearsAws is a pioneer and leader in the fast growing field of cloud computingBecause of this, there are thousands of analysts worldwide who are trying to understand aws to then help their clients realize the transformation potential of cloud computing for their businessOur role is to inform these analysts and explain how aws is different from traditional it infrastructure offerings, and to work with these analysts to understand core customer requirements and concerns.
The successful candidate will be creative and experienced in running strategic communications programs with a successful track for technology or retail/cpg companiesThe right candidate possesses analyst experience and a track-record of demonstrating successful ar program management focused on key industry verticals – this includes the ability to quickly understand technically deep topics, successfully deliver on numerous collaborative projects, and manage day-to-day operations related to program activities in a global organizationIn this role, the candidate will have a direct opportunity to innovate aws ar programs and measurement of results via new approachesThey must be comfortable with balancing strategic thinking with tactical, detailed execution while working independently, sorting through ambiguously defined problems, and identifying market challenges and opportunities for our customersA successful candidate will also have demonstrable experience earning trust with multiple internal teams, identifying needle-moving opportunities, and systematically prioritizing competing business needs.
Position will be located in an amazon/aws u.sCorp office based in the following locations: seattle, wa (hq); arlington, va (hq2); phoenix, az; san francisco, ca; irvine, ca; chicago, il; minneapolis, mn; dallas, tx; houston, tx; austin, tx; nashville, tn; new york, ny; boston, ma; atlanta, ga; onlyRelocation offered from within the us only to these locations.
Role and responsibilities
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Develop and execute global retail/cpg ar program to educate the analyst community.
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Drive analyst awareness of aws retail/cpg offerings and significantly expand analyst understanding of the unique aws approach to cloud computing.
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Partner with business decision makers to drive analyst insight into the business to shape go-to-market priorities and strategy.
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Identify and work with internal teams to highlight customer use cases and stories and share with analysts in new, unique, and compelling ways.
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Work with sales and marketing leaders to get impactful analyst research in the hands of customers.
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Deliver on-going ar program activities such as analyst briefings, events, inquiries, reporting, and other core program tactics.
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Prioritize and manage incoming requests for information, research review, customer references, event speakers, and research.
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Drive alignment with sales, marketing and product teams to maximize awareness of customer requirements, existing market evidence, and ar program impact.
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Inclusive team culture
Here at aws, we embrace our differencesWe are committed to furthering our culture of inclusionWe have twelve employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globallyWe have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our conversations on race and ethnicity (core) and amazecon (gender diversity) conferencesAmazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 leadership principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.
Work/life balance
Our team puts a high value on work-life balanceIt isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your lifeWe believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillmentWe offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.
Mentorship & career growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new membersWe have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorshipOur senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and thorough, but kind, code reviewsWe care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.
Previous experience in cloud computing via product programs or a marketing role
Passion for working in a lean, fast-paced organization, and desire to own and refine key operational processes
Ability to adapt to a fast-changing and evolving role
Desire to grow with the team and take on additional responsibilities
Natural tendency to invent, simplify, and take innovative approach to ar
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Clearly understand technology and can abstract business/solution value
Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership
Able to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment
Creative thinker with bias for action
Meets/exceeds amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role
Meets/exceeds amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity for this role
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplaceAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statusFor individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Pursuant to the san francisco fair chance ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the los angeles fair chance ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Benefits overview: https://amazon.jobs/en/internal/landing_pages/benefitsoverview-us
The base pay range for this position in colorado is $102k - 160k per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experienceA sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offeredThis information is provided per the colorado equal pay actBase pay information is based on market locationApplicants should apply via amazon’s internal or external careers site.
