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DSP New Business Initiative Manager, DSP New Business Initiative

Amazon, Whitestown, IN, United States


DSP New Business Initiative Manager, DSP New Business Initiative
The Senior Manager, JP DSP New Business Initiative, serves as the primary point of contact from the DSP organization for evaluating and launching new business models within Amazon Logistics Japan. This role requires a strategic thinker and hands‑on operator who can bridge DSP operations with cross‑functional project teams, drive data‑informed decisions, and lead end‑to‑end initiative execution — from feasibility assessment through pilot launch, expansion planning, and continuous improvement.

Key job responsibilities

Business Model Design: Develop and define the right operational model for each initiative, including strategies for pricing, fleet composition, and DSP partner selection, ensuring alignment with AMZL's strategic direction.

Model Alignment & Pilot Planning: Lead cross‑functional alignment on the proposed model and drive the planning of model tests with clearly defined success criteria, decision frameworks, and evaluation mechanisms.

Pilot Launch & Data‑Driven Improvement: Own the end‑to‑end pilot launch, driving operational execution and leading iterative, data‑driven improvement activities throughout the pilot phase.

Decision Making & Post‑Pilot Review: Lead the post‑pilot decision call, presenting objective data points and clear recommendations to enable confident go
o‑go decisions by leadership.

Stakeholder Communication & Alignment: Lead structured stakeholder communication across project teams and leadership, managing urgency effectively, navigating ambiguity, and securing timely and appropriate decision‑making at all levels.

End‑to‑End Monitoring & Reporting: Establish and maintain robust monitoring and reporting mechanisms for all active initiatives, providing transparent visibility to stakeholders and leading multi‑stakeholder improvement activities to drive sustained performance.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience

5+ years of program or project management experience

Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership

Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and executive communication

Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment

Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of vendor management experience

Familiarity with delivery business models including fleet management, pricing strategy, and partner operations

Experience working in or with Japan‑based logistics or e‑commerce operations

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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