Sr. Vendor Manager, Outdoors, Outdoors

Amazon • Seattle, WA

410d • $109,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Senior Vendor Manager for Amazon's Outdoors category will lead the development and management of a dynamic business focused on outdoor equipment. This role involves vendor relationship management, driving sales and marketing initiatives, and implementing operational improvements to enhance customer experience. The successful candidate will own their category, ensuring revenue and margin growth while improving inventory management and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• 5+ years of account management, project or program management, or buying experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with business analysis and P&L management.
• Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration.
• Experience using data to influence business decisions.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL.

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving direction and alignment with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the business owner for assigned categories, understanding internal and external variables impacting the business.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor developments to inform business strategy.
• Maximize profitability and selection expansion opportunities for Amazon.
• Advocate for customer needs to enhance the shopping experience on Amazon.
• Manage vendor relationships, including contracts and marketing fund negotiations.
• Create business plans for new opportunities and execute project plans for new feature launches.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Conduct financial analysis to exceed revenue and profitability targets.

Benefits

• Medical, financial, and other benefits
• Equity and sign-on payments as part of total compensation package
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree