Sr Vendor Manager, Health & Personal Care

Amazon; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in Dubai is searching for a Senior Vendor Manager to own category strategies and manage vendor relationships. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, 5+ years of experience in account or project management, and an MBA. The ideal candidate will effectively drive category growth and ensure exceptional shopping experiences for customers.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Excel experience.
• 5 years of account management, project or program management, or buying experience.
• Experience using data to influence business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Act as the business owner for assigned categories.
• Maximize Amazon's business profitability and selection expansion opportunities.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Excel experience

Account management

Project management

Data analysis

Negotiation skills

Cross-team collaboration

Education

MBA

Job description

Overview

The Senior Vendor Manager position is for a passionate customer and category advocate within Amazon with proven analytical capabilities and project management skills, great attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize and multitask, and a proven record of driving category growth. The SVM must be an effective leader and communicator in working with some of Amazon UAE's most important partners and vendors as well as with internal colleagues and crossfunctional leaders. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for retail and a high level of flexibility and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the business owner for assigned categories, possessing a complete understanding (inclusive of the strategic context) of internal and external variables that impact your business. This includes owning forecasting, monitoring, understanding, and reporting on the business, along with responsibility for driving projects and promotions to achieve business objectives.
• Have a thorough understanding of the industry seasonality and business trends/events and continually monitor competitor/industry developments.
• Maximize Amazon\'s business profitability and selection expansion opportunities.
• Have a complete understanding of customer needs, both existing and potential, and use that knowledge to advocate for and drive delivery of site features that provide Amazon customers with an unparalleled shopping experience.
• Manage vendor relationships, manage supplier/partner contracts, manage day-to-day relationships, and negotiate and secure marketing funds.
• Create business plans for new opportunities and develop and execute project plans for the launch of new features, incorporating merchandising and pricing strategies.
• Coordinate crossfunctional teams and communicate with internal and external parties while meeting tight deadlines.
• Conduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet and exceed revenue and profitability targets.

Required Experience

• 5 years of Excel experience
• 5 years of account management, project or program management, or buying experience
• Experience using data to influence business decisions
• Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
• Experience with business analysis and P&L management
• MBA
• Experience negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience presenting to senior leadership
• Experience driving direction and alignment with crossfunctional teams

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 for more information. If the country/region you\'re applying in isn\'t listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.