Manager III, Risk Management, REs-Q

Manager III, Risk Management, REs-Q - Risk Mitigation, Escalation Reduction, and Quality AssuranceJob ID: | Amazon.com Services LLCRole OverviewThis position leads a specialized team within Risk Mitigation, Escalation Reduction, and Quality Assurance (REs-Q), handling critical VP, SVP, and CEO-level Executive Escalations (EE) for Amazon's Fraud and Abuse Prevention (FnAP), Community Risk (CR), Perfect Order Experience (POE), and Muti-functional Escalations (MPE) vectors. Their team of 7 specialized Risk Managers manages 300+ high-priority cases annually, overseeing $1.1B in listings and serving 220,000 global customers, sellers, and brands. They are expected to maintain >99% accuracy in write-up resolutions within strict 80% 14-day and 21-day SLAs.Problem ComplexityAs the primary domain expert in complex fraud and abuse patterns, this role guides critical investigations that impact the entire organization. Leading cross-functional root cause analysis, the position handles EEs from virtually every business unit, working to maintain store trust and prevent business disruption. Past incidents have demonstrated how unresolved fraud cases can severely impact operations, often requiring direct executive intervention. The role's success depends on coordinating comprehensive responses across multiple teams - including Policy, Legal, Operations, Product, and Business units - to effectively combat emerging fraud patterns.Scope and ImpactEEs represent one of the most intricate areas of risk management, requiring expert judgment to identify subtle abuse patterns and sophisticated fraud schemes. The manager ensures quality, while addressing emerging threats company-wide. Their strategic decisions directly impact Seller, Customer, and Brand Experience metrics, influencing Amazon's global risk management strategy.Team & People ManagementThey lead both EEs and broader REs-Q strategy, providing hands-on mentorship to develop risk managers' technical and analytical capabilities through individualized career development plans. They drive operational planning through MBRs/QBRs, identify key investment areas, prioritize business impact, and negotiate resources with leadership. Monthly program reviews and consolidated reporting to L8-L10 leadership ensure team growth and operational excellence.Execution & Process ImprovementThe role drives 1–3-year strategic initiatives and continuous improvement through kaizens and best practice sharing. The manager develops team capabilities in automation while creating preventative mechanisms based on Root Cause Analysis. Resource allocation is optimized for cost-to-serve metrics and operational efficiency, with team members owning specific process improvements to reduce future escalations.CommunicationThe manager presents strategic decisions through compelling narratives to L8-L10 leadership and coaches team members in executive communication, stakeholder management, and influencing without authority. They guide the translation of complex technical findings into clear business impacts and mentor team members in developing investigation frameworks for global adoption, while managing sensitive communications during critical store escalations.Basic Qualifications7+ years of conducting workplace risk investigations experienceExperience in conducting workplace risk investigationsExperience leveraging technology to drive process improvementsExperience managing direct reportsBachelor's degree or equivalentPreferred Qualifications7+ years of customer-facing environment experienceCPA, CMA, CISA, CIA or equivalent risk, audit, or compliance credentialsLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certificationExperience working in a customer-facing environmentMaster's degree or equivalentAmazon 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 for more information.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $119,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $198,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Posted: January 7, 2026 (Updated about 7 hours ago)#J-18808-Ljbffr