• Retail Vendor Manager, Furniture, Furniture

    Amazon (Seattle, WA)


    Description

    Do you like solving complex problems with a high degree of ownership and the ability to delight millions of customers? Amazon is seeking an exceptional Vendor Manager to join our dynamic Furniture team and drive strategic vendor relationships. As a Vendor Manager, you'll be at the intersection of data, strategy, and relationship management, responsible for delivering business growth alongside exceptional customer experiences. This dynamic role requires you to develop and execute strategic plans that expand product selection, drive operational excellence, and improve vendor terms, all while enhancing the overall customer experience. Below are a few highlights:

     

    * Drive Strategic Impact: Own end-to-end vendor relationships, analyzing performance metrics to unlock growth opportunities and optimize profitability across your portfolio

    * Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Supply Chain, Account Management, Finance, Marketing, and Product teams to execute integrated strategies that deliver exceptional customer experiences

    * Lead with Data: Transform complex datasets into actionable insights that influence vendor negotiations

    * Innovate Relentlessly: Challenge the status quo by identifying process improvements, implementing scalable solutions, and pioneering new approaches to vendor management

    * Solve Complex Problems: Navigate ambiguous situations with minimal guidance, making high-judgment decisions that balance vendor relationships with business objectives

    Basic Qualifications

    - 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

     

    - Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership

     

    - Bachelor's degree

    Preferred Qualifications

    - 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

     

    Amazon 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

     

    Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $66,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $141,100/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.