Amazon Canada is a fast-growing business where our business model is evolving
with technology and industry trends. We need nimble leaders who move fast, are
capable of breaking down and solving complex problems, and have a strong will to
get things done in an environment that resembles a start-up. Amazon is seeking
to hire and develop leaders that can grow into general managers that can
independently run large business segments spanning multiple functional areas.
Incoming hires are given ownership of large, important areas of opportunity; the
autonomy to make decisions; and the ability to drive significant impact to the
customer experience.
The successful candidate should have experience driving projects from concept to
execution. They will work closely with program managers and partner teams to
develop and implement projects impacting the category across a range of
subjects, from Customer and Delivery Experience to pricing to selection. They
should also have experience building strong relationships, driving significant
top and bottom line results, and managing multiple responsibilities within a
fast-paced environment. They will work with strategic vendors/brands for the
Hardlines categories and must have the leadership presence and communication
skills to represent Amazon at all levels of the organization. The candidate must
also possess strong analytical skills and be comfortable drawing metrics-based
conclusions by leveraging and interpreting data while working with
cross-functional teams across strategic, marketing, and operational business
issues.
The ideal candidate has strong business judgment with a track record of
successful negotiations and overall relationship management. They should be able
to define and drive long-term objectives and strategy for the business. Proven
analytical thinking, project management skills, attention to detail, and
exceptional organizational skills are musts.
Key job responsibilities
A Senior Vendor Manager is responsible for:
- Managing a full P&L, including planning, forecasting and driving growth for
the category, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external
variables that impact the business.
- Setting goals and strategic direction for the business, ensuring alignment
with broader business goals and vision.
- Driving strategic negotiations with external vendors.
- Generating and implementing big ideas to drive business improvement,
innovation, and scale within the category and across the retail business as a
whole.
- Leading cross functional collaboration on necessary systems and processes to
support business needs, including retail systems, site merchandising and
in-stock.
- Identifying industry trends that are relevant to customer selection and
experience.
- Collaborating on Marketing and Merchandising initiatives.
- Innovating and implementing new customer and vendor programs.
- Representing Amazon when meeting with senior executive teams from top vendors
and build long term strategic relationships. Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of
account management, project or program management or buying experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience driving direction and alignment with cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
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