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- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Manager of Vendor Engagement to lead and scale vendor engagement initiatives for the Global Purchasing Program. You'll manage a team focused on driving strategic partnerships and expanding selection worldwide. This role requires exceptional leadership skills and experience in business development.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an experienced leader in business development with a proven track record of managing teams and driving strategic partnerships. You excel in fast-paced environments and are comfortable navigating ambiguity, bringing exceptional leadership skills and strategic thinking to the table. You have a strong ability to scale programs across multiple markets simultaneously, demonstrating your entrepreneurial spirit and accountability for team performance and program outcomes.
You are passionate about building high-performing teams and driving transformational growth in international markets. Your experience in vendor engagement and selection expansion makes you a perfect fit for this role, as you understand the nuances of working with top-tier vendors to enhance product offerings.
What you'll do
In this role, you will lead, mentor, and develop a team of Business Developers, Vendor Managers, and Program Managers focused on vendor engagement and selection expansion for the worldwide inventory transfers program. You will be responsible for driving strategic partnerships with vendors, ensuring that your team meets its objectives and delivers the best results for customers. You will take full accountability for team performance and program outcomes, working closely with various stakeholders across Amazon to achieve the Global Purchasing Program's vision.
You will collaborate with category management, business, technology, and product teams to leverage Amazon's global footprint and offer more selection to customers worldwide. Your leadership will be crucial in scaling initiatives and ensuring that your team is equipped to handle the challenges of expanding Amazon Stores' presence globally.
What we offer
At Amazon, we provide an environment that fosters growth and innovation. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals who are committed to making a global impact. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Join us in our mission to deliver the world's largest selection to customers around the globe.
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