Vendor Manager, Books Category

Amazon Books is looking for a talented Vendor Manager who is responsible for creating the earth's greatest books shopping experience in the Netherlands and Belgium. This new position will collaborate with local and global teams to develop the books business in those countries. The candidate will lead the vendor experience, including vendor onboarding, selection, customer experience before and after launch. The ideal candidate will have a general manager skill set including strong entrepreneurial mindset, excellent business judgement and strong relationship building abilities. Candidates should be able to break down complex problems, think creatively and roll up their sleeves. The role is based in Amsterdam with travel to Belgium and reports to the EU Cat Manager of Books Emerging Stores. Key responsibilities Define success criteria for local businesses in collaboration with country and Books leadership and be accountable for delivering against goals. Deliver a world class customer experience for local customers and innovate on their behalf. Manage and build comprehensive selection through strong vendor relationships including assessing market procurement conditions, recommending terms, and implementing procurement strategies. Be responsible for promotional campaigns, in‑stock management (in close relationship to our supply chain management team), product development and vendor performance communications. Set up a category procurement support strategy along with supply‑chain teams and drive continuous process improvements such as improving vendor lead times. Attend trade shows and vendor meetings as required. Monitor and research industry and competitive trends to make the Amazon offering the best for the customer. Basic Qualifications Experience in senior leadership work in sales operations, sales strategy, finance, business development, or other related fields. Experience working in a matrixed environment, influencing strategy and achieving goals by working across the organization. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and effective communication abilities, or experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and stakeholder management across all levels of the organization. Proven analytical skills and experience using data and anecdotes to develop insights and solve problems. Entrepreneurial drive with bias for action. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in vendor management and books category. Experience working with diverse geographical teams and in a variety of cultures. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability or other legally protected status. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit the accommodations page for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your recruiting partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr