Amazon is seeking a self-motivated, results-driven, and creative communications professional to join its Stores Communications team in Seattle, WA. As a Communications Specialist, you will develop and execute strategic communications programs designed to elevate Amazon’s transportation business lines including Amazon Freight, Amazon Shipping, and Amazon Air Cargo.

Amazon Freight, Amazon Shipping, and Amazon Air Cargo power how businesses move products and materials around the world. In this role, you will lead PR strategy for launches and momentum moments, drive proactive engagement with key trade media, and support high-impact industry events. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Public Policy, and other partners to deliver clear, coordinated communications that advance Amazon’s transportation businesses.

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring B2B PR experience, ideally in logistics or retail communications, along with a strong instinct for storytelling and a proven ability to develop and execute impactful PR strategies. You’ll proactively identify timely media opportunities and you’re comfortable collaborating across multiple teams and agencies. You’ll thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines, with strong writing skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

• Key job responsibilities
• Drive proactive media coverage and manage reactive media inquiries for Amazon’s transportation businesses.
• Provide ongoing PR support to the business, including everything from program changes to issues and escalations.
• Coordinate with third-party business partners on upcoming announcements and other joint initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and agency partners to develop and execute strategies that deliver on objectives and measure the impact of communications programs.
• Develop, secure approvals for, and execute communications plans and press materials in support of launches and innovations.
• Engage and build relationships with reporters from key media outlets.
• Serve as a spokesperson for the business, as needed.
• Stay current on industry trends, news, and other relevant topics.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Can work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and tasks
• Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills, with proven success in maintaining relationships with media contacts
• Understanding of the media landscape, with the ability to anticipate trends and identify story opportunities
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Creative and entrepreneurial thinking

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

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, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 134,000.00 USD annually