Strategic Supply Chain Manager, Lawn and Garden

Amazon • Seattle, WA

3d • $66,000 - $141,100

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, results-oriented Strategic Supply Chain Manager
(SSCM) for the Lawn & Garden business who will thrive at solving complex supply
chain and inventory management challenges. As an SSCM, you will be at the
forefront of strategic planning, execution, and optimization of Amazon's supply
chain operations.

The Strategic Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for developing inventory
sourcing strategies and end-to-end ownership of all supply chain processes from
manufacturer to consumer. The SSCM contributes to cross-category operational
strategy, supports vendor negotiations, and drives opportunities to reduce cost
and waste in the supply chain. They will use data to influence others, invent,
and build scalable systems and processes. They play a critical role in
delivering the optimal customer experience by ensuring we have the right
product, in the right place, at the right time

Strong candidates must be highly organized, self-starting, and possess strong
data extraction and analytical capabilities. They must have proven successes in
driving operational initiatives and demonstrate passion for the customer
experience. They must be thoughtful in their pursuit of results and thrive in a
high energy environment where tactical and strategic activities are expected to
be driven in parallel. They will have end-to-end supply chain strategy or
inventory management experience as well as knowledge in fundamental business
principles and knowledge of ecommerce and retail. The ideal candidate can lead
and influence both internal and external teams in an ambiguous environment while
maintaining a customer-centric philosophy.

Requirements

• 3+ years of with Excel experience
• 4+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience
• Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the principles of statistical inventory control
• Experience with SQL
• Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience coordinating cross-functional inputs, meeting deadlines, and effectively managing competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Identify and deliver end-to-end supply chain improvement opportunities across large cohorts of vendors.
• Monitor, analyze, and own category Key Performance Indicators such as: out of stock, lead time, and confirmation rates to present insights, themes and trends to Senior Leadership team.
• Define the operational strategy and contribute to the business growth and operations planning process for select vendors.
• Own initiatives to enhance cost structure and profitability, collaborating closely with partner teams to ensure successful execution.
• Become the subject matter expert in a subset of supply chain programs and initiatives that impact the Lawn and Garden business overall.
• Develop trust with retail vendors and collaborate on initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency and costs in order to drive a delightful experience for Amazon customers.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager