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Vendor Manager, Canada Hardlines, Canada Hardlines - ToysAmazon.com.ca, ULC • Toronto, Ontario, CAN
Vendor Manager, Canada Hardlines, Canada Hardlines - Toys

Vendor Manager, Canada Hardlines, Canada Hardlines - Toys

Amazon.com.ca, ULC • Toronto, Ontario, CAN
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Amazon Canada is a fast-growing business where our business model is evolving with technology and industry trends. We need nimble leaders who move fast, are capable of breaking down and solving complex problems, and have a strong will to get things done in an environment that resembles a start-up. Amazon is seeking to hire and develop leaders that can grow into general managers that can independently run large business segments spanning multiple functional areas. Incoming hires are given ownership of large, important areas of opportunity; the autonomy to make decisions; and the ability to drive significant impact to the customer experience.

The successful candidate should have experience driving projects from concept to execution. They will work closely with program managers and partner teams to develop and implement projects impacting the category across a range of subjects, from Customer and Delivery Experience to pricing to selection. They should also have experience building strong relationships, driving significant top and bottom line results, and managing multiple responsibilities within a fast-paced environment. They will work with strategic vendors/brands for the Hardlines categories and must have the leadership presence and communication skills to represent Amazon at all levels of the organization. The candidate must also possess strong analytical skills and be comfortable drawing metrics-based conclusions by leveraging and interpreting data while working with cross-functional teams across strategic, marketing, and operational business issues.

The ideal candidate has strong business judgment with a track record of successful negotiations and overall relationship management. They should be able to define and drive long-term objectives and strategy for the business. Proven analytical thinking, project management skills, attention to detail, and exceptional organizational skills are musts.

Key job responsibilities
A Vendor Manager is responsible for:
- Managing a full P&L, including planning, forecasting and driving growth for a category or subset of vendors, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business.
- Setting goals and strategic direction for the business, ensuring alignment with broader business goals and vision.
- Driving strategic negotiations with external vendors.
- Generating and implementing big ideas to drive business improvement, innovation, and scale within the category and across the retail business as a whole.
- Leading cross functional collaboration on necessary systems and processes to support business needs, including retail systems, site merchandising and in-stock.
- Identifying industry trends that are relevant to customer selection and experience.
- Collaborating on Marketing and Merchandising initiatives.
- Innovating and implementing new customer and vendor programs.
- Representing Amazon when meeting with senior executive teams from top vendors and build long term strategic relationships.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experience
- Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership
- Bachelor's degree

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
- Usage of generative AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency, with a willingness to learn effective prompting and evaluation practices.
- Ability to recognize opportunities where generative AI could enhance products, workflows, or customer experiences.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.
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