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[Coupang] Principal, Automation and Strategy

Coupang
South Koreafull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Aug 2024

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<p><strong>Company Introduction</strong></p> <p>We exist to wow our customers. We know we’re doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, “How did we ever live without Coupang?” Born out of an obsession to make shopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we’re collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar e-commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a dominant and reliable force in South Korean commerce.</p> <p>We are proud to have the best of both worlds — a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurial surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day. </p> <p>Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what’s possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.</p> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> <p><strong><span>Job Description</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>The candidate will be responsible for designing and deploying medium to large scale automation solutions across fulfilment centers, return centers, replenishment centers and hubs.</span></li> <li>As a project owner, the candidate will be required to work closely with and manage multiple stakeholders such as project managers, product managers, procurement leads, Operations leads, etc.</li> </ul> <p><strong><span>Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>Identify automation opportunities with our network, select the right automation solution, and conduct an ROI review.</li> <li>Create high-level project plans and cost estimates for projects.</li> <li>Identify new tech development requirements and work with the product team and the vendor to develop and deploy them.</li> <li>Collect requirements from the Operations team, EHS team, and site maintenance team and manage their expectations.</li> <li>Develop project acceptance documents and support procurement and legal teams on vendor contracts.</li> <li>Conduct UAT and review project reliability before handing over the solution to the operations team.</li> <li>Develop and manage automation vendors.</li> </ul> <p><strong><span>Basic Qualifications</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>E-commerce experience is a must.</li> <li>In-depth understanding of FC processes, operations, and systems.</li> <li>Experience in process optimization and labor cost optimization projects.</li> <li>Exposure to automation technologies such as GTP systems and sorters.</li> <li>Proficient in data analysis, project management skills, and stakeholder management. </li> </ul> <p><strong><span>Preferred Qualifications</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>Understanding of the AMR system</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span>Recruitment Process</span></strong></p> <p>Application Review - Phone Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview – Offer<br/>*The exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances.<br/>*Interview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage.</p> <p>[Details to Consider]<br/>• This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.<br/>• Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.<br/>• Coupang does not discriminate against disabled applicants or those with veteran status.<br/>• We are proud to offer equal opportunities for all applicants.<br/>• Hiring may be restricted in case the legal qualifications required for hiring and work performance is not met.<br/>• This is a full-time regular position and includes 12 weeks of probation period; provided, however, the probationary period may be either skipped, shortened or extended if necessary for business purposes.<br/>• Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy • • •  Notice is located below.<br/>https://privacy.coupang.com/en/land/jobs/</p> <p>[Document Return Policy]<br/>1. This notification is given pursuant to Article 11 (6) of the Fair Hiring Procedure Act.</p> <p>2. A job applicant, who has applied but not been finally selected for a position at Coupang (the “Company”), may request the Company to return his/her hiring documents submitted pursuant to the Fair Hiring Procedure Act. However, this will not apply where the hiring documents were subm

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