Vendor Manager, Canada Retail

Job ID: 2756401 | Amazon.com Services LLC The Canada retail team is responsible for owning the end-to-end experience for Amazon's Canadian customers. Amazon Canada is a fast-growing business where our business model is evolving with technology and industry trends. Vendor Managers work directly with vendors to improve value, selection and convenience across their business. They play a critical role in managing strategic and established brands to drive profitability and topline performance for their category. The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience: Strong oral and written communication skills Proven ability to multi-task Detail oriented Thrives in ambiguity and fast-paced environment The candidate will use customer obsession and analytics to inform creative solutions to drive their business. The Vendor Manager will have the opportunity to engage with multiple internal teams to optimize product line performance for key manufacturers (vendors) on Amazon.ca. They will utilize strong communication skills to collaborate with internal cross-functional partners, such as site merchandising, buying, pricing, inventory management, operations, online marketing, and finance to drive performance for our Amazon.ca vendor partners. This position provides the candidate an opportunity to execute analytical deep dives that help inform category growth strategies and initiatives. In addition to gaining vendor management experience, this candidate will have exposure in driving category growth. Amazon.ca Vendor Managers have the unique opportunity to work at the most innovative online retailer, while developing strong functional skills in online merchandising/marketing, buying, planning/forecasting, pricing, and business analytics. Key job responsibilities

Defines the vision and business strategy for the category including North Star metric(s) and KPIs for measuring results Manages category P&L and develops plans that drive revenue and margin improvements for the business Develops vendor relationships inclusive of terms negotiations and growth focused initiatives Drives broad adoption and provide an unparalleled customer experience Devise clear frameworks for making day-to-day decisions Lead execution of projects including building project plans Drive commitments from internal teams including Marketing, Engineering, and Category Management Dives deep into inputs and understands the downstream impact of changes to pricing, selection, and convenience for subcategories. 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 Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership 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 committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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