Retail Vendor Manager Job Opportunity:
* To excel in this role, you must be adept at analyzing sales data to identify product gaps.
* You will source new suppliers to meet these needs and improve their performance from initial onboarding through ongoing growth.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Understand current market trends across various categories to identify products most relevant to customers.
* Own the entire process of supplier recruitment, encompassing prospecting, sales cycle management, and post-launch account management.
* Provide comprehensive training to new suppliers on Amazon's tools and systems, enabling them to effectively manage their catalog, inventory, and performance independently.
* Achieve business objectives and drive the growth of Amazon's Retail division by leveraging your expertise in procurement and supplier development.
* Collaborate closely with category teams, marketing departments, supply chain specialists, product managers, and other key internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of strategies.
Business Acumen and Skills Required:
* Mastery of data analytics for identifying critical selection gaps
* Strategic sourcing and negotiation skills to recruit new suppliers
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with suppliers
* In-depth knowledge of Amazon's systems and tools
* Ability to work under pressure to meet business targets
Benefits of This Role:
* Opportunity to contribute to driving growth of Amazon's Retail business
* Challenging and dynamic work environment that fosters continuous learning and professional development
* Potential for career advancement within a rapidly expanding industry