Vendor Manager - 1 year project, Consumables Retail

The Vendor Manager position is for a passionate customer and category advocate within Amazon, with proven analytical capabilities and project management skills, great attention to detail, the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task, and a proven record of driving category growth. The VM must be an effective leader and communicator in working with some of Amazon's most important partners and vendors, as well as with internal colleagues and cross-functional leaders.

Responsibilities

Act as the 'business owner' for the category, possessing a complete understanding (inclusive of the strategic context) of internal and external variables that impact your business (this entails owning forecasting, monitoring, understanding and reporting on the business, along with responsibility for driving projects and promotions to achieve business objectives). Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments. Maximize Amazon's business profitability and selection expansion opportunities. Have a complete understanding of the customer needs, both existing and potential, and use that knowledge to advocate for and drive delivery of site features that provide Amazon customers with an unparalleled shopping experience. Manage vendor relationships - manage supplier/partner contracts, manage day-to-day relationships, and negotiate and secure marketing funds. Create business plans for new opportunities and develop and execute project plans for the launch of new features, incorporating merchandising and pricing strategies. Coordinate cross-functional teams, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, while meeting tight deadlines. Conduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet and exceed revenue and profitability targets.

We are looking for a passionate customer and category advocate within Amazon, with proven analytical & negotiation capabilities and project management s…

• 3+ years of with Excel experience
• 5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experience
• Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience
• Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership
• Experience managing large data sets and utilizing to drive performance and process improvements
• Experience in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion, inventory management, and product development

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