Job ID: 2888267 | Amazon.com Services LLCThe Vendor Manager position is for a passionate customer and brand advocate within Amazon with proven analytical capabilities, project management skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize. The Vendor Manager is a P&L owner and hands-on operator with some of the world's greatest brands that have a direct selling relationship with Amazon. The VM must be an excellent communicator - this person will work cross-functionally every day with supply chain, finance, advertising, etc. to ensure that your businesses are positioned for growth and sustainable success. A great VM candidate is someone that has a 'can do' attitude, is passionate about driving customer-centric outcomes, and has a track record of delivering business results. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for retail and a high level of flexibility and commitment.A successful VM will be able to:Act as the business owner for assigned categories, 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)Continually monitor business trends/events and competitor/industry developmentsMaximize Amazon’s business profitability and selection expansion opportunitiesHave 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 experienceManage vendor relationships - manage supplier/partner contracts, manage day-to-day relationships, and negotiate and secure marketing fundsCreate business plans for new opportunities and develop and execute project plans for the launch of new features, incorporating merchandising and pricing strategiesCoordinate cross-functional teams, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, while meeting tight deadlinesConduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet and exceed revenue and profitability targetsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS3+ years of experience with Excel5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experienceBachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experienceExperience with financial analysis and P&L ownershipPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience managing large data sets and utilizing them to drive performance and process improvementsExperience in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion, inventory management, and product developmentAmazon 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr