Favorite Parts of Being a Senior Manager Fleet Marketing at Amazon
David's favorite aspects of his Senior Manager - Fleet Marketing role at Amazon include the daily variety—"every day is slightly different"—and the strong team relationships, which he finds comparable to his military experience, noting "some of the most smartest, um, interesting people that I've ever met," alongside the ability to socialize with colleagues. The financial success and unexpected career path since leaving the military also contribute to his job satisfaction.
Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Leadership, Communication, Career Development
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David Marshall
Senior Manager - Fleet Marketing
Amazon
Baylor University
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey - Masters Business Administration (MBA)
International Relations & Affairs
Manufacturing, Operations & Supply Chain, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Business Strategy
Disabled, Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Veteran, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Every day presents new challenges and opportunities for learning and problem-solving.
2. The role offers a strong sense of comradery and teamwork, similar to the professional's previous military experience.
3. The work environment is filled with intelligent and engaging colleagues who also enjoy a collaborative social atmosphere outside of work hours.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your current role?
There's something new every single day, so it doesn't get stale. Earlier, we talked about a day in the life of this particular role. I highlighted a lot of generalities, but in the end, every day is slightly different.
I have different problems that I'm dealing with every day. These are problems I'm learning about or finding solutions for, so it's new and exciting. I'm making a lot of money for this company in a way I never thought I would when I left the military seven years ago.
The people are also a big thing. Anywhere I've gone at Amazon, I've loved the people I've worked with. When I left the military, I wasn't sure if I'd have the same camaraderie or team relationship. While it's not the same, it's very similar.
I love the people I work with; I think they're some of the smartest, most interesting people I've ever met. There are also people you can go grab a beer or cocktail with and just chitchat about any topic you're interested in. Those are key things I like about the company.