Vendor Manager, Global Retail Imports

The International Expansions team is seeking a Vendor Manager to support local category teams by working with our top vendors around the world to increase direct imports into emerging countries. You will have responsibility for supporting the import supply chain processes from manufacturer to the availability in our Fulfillment Centers and for liaising with local Vendor Managers to develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize customer experience. You will work to lay the groundwork for vendors to work with Amazon at a coordinated global level. The position requires an individual who can work autonomously in a fast paced demanding and often ambiguous environment. Additionally since this position involves working with multiple stakeholders around the world in a fast-growing opportunity we need someone with strong stakeholder management capabilities and ownership with great bias for action. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives. Key job responsibilities Educate vendors on new country opportunities. Build and maintain relationships with senior leaders of partnered vendors to support the joint import business. Develop and improve the import business to support country cost savings and new selection. Support the integration of new vendors into the Amazon supply chain product compliance and merchandising processes. Liaise with local Vendor Managers to understand selection needs and standard contractual terms. Work with key stakeholders around the world to maintain alignment. Contribute to the development of best practices and contract standards. Support category teams to monitor analyze and own key performance indicators such as vendor import share out of stock rate vendor operational metrics marketing investments. Work with vendors and Amazon operations to ensure a reliable operational and cost effective flow of goods from ordering to receive. Work with internal teams to understand the systems and variables that affect purchasing and vendor management decisions. Lead projects and regular business improvement initiatives. About the team The International Expansions (IE) organizations charter is to rapidly expand Amazons retail presence globally partnering closely with category management technology and product teams to deliver the worlds largest selection to our international customers. Within the IE organization our teams vision is build the tools that enable our vendors and sellers to go global effortlessly discovering global business insights that drive customer engagement and ensure our success in new and emerging marketplaces. - 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 - Bachelors degree or 5 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 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. Required Experience Exec

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