Vendor Manager International Expansion, Direct Import Program

DESCRIPTIONThe International Expansions team is responsible for helping to launch new Amazon marketplaces around the world. We are seeking a Vendor Manager to help work with our top vendors around the world to drive our direct import business for emerging countries. You will have responsibility for end-to-end business ownership of the import supply chain processes from manufacturer to the availability in our Fulfillment Centers and for developing and implementing inventory management strategies to optimize customer experience.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 in getting things done themselves. In this role, you will be a true entrepreneur and manage all aspects of your business on a daily basis.Key job responsibilities**Responsibilities**:- Educate Vendors on new country opportunities.- Build and maintain relationships with senior leaders of partnered vendors to grow and optimize the joint import business.- Develop and improve vendor relations and import sourcing for cost savings and new selection.- Work with key stakeholders around the world to maintain alignment.- Drive integration between new vendors and Amazon supply chain, product compliance and merchandising processes.- Contribute to the development of best practices and contract standards- 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 a 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 initiativesAbout the teamInclusive team cultureAt Amazon we embrace our differences and we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.Work Life BalanceWe 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.Mentorship & Career GrowthOur team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree- 5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experience- Experience managing large data sets and utilizing to drive performance and process improvements- Knowledge of Excel and extracting data through varied reporting tools in order to drive and influence business decisions- Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership- Fluent in both, English and SpanishPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, mathematics, data science, business analytics, economics, finance, engineering, or computer science- Knowledge of SQL and/or Access