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 multi-task with a proven record of driving category growth. The SVM must be an effective leader and communicator in working with some of Amazon.com's most important partners and vendors, as well as with internal colleagues and cross-functional leaders. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for retail and a high level of flexibility and commitment.A successful SVM will be able to: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 entails 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 the 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 cross-functional teams, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, while meeting tight deadlines- Conduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet and exceed revenue and profitability targetsWe are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Seattle, WA, USA- 5+ years of with Excel experience- 5+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience- Bachelor's degree, or 5+ years of professional or military experience- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL- Experience using data to influence business decisions- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration- Experience with business analysis and P&L management- Experience driving direction and alignment with cross-functional teamsOur compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $96,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.