374 Vendor Management jobs in the United Kingdom
Buyer
Gloucestershire, West Midlands
Omega Resource Group
Posted 8 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Buyer
Gloucester
Permanent
Buyer required by industry leading engineering company, which is busy and growing. The successful Buyer will be responsible for sourcing and selecting new suppliers and managing existing supplier performance.
Main Duties: -Buyer
- Raising requests for quotation and purchase orders.
- Supporting with demand, supply and fulfilment planning.
- Managing stock levels and purchasing in line with manufacturing demands.
- Ensuring that information within the ERP system is up to date.
- Liaising with the engineering team and providing updates.
- Sourcing new suppliers and negotiating contracts and cost savings.
- Managing lead times and monitoring supplier performance.
- Sourcing new suppliers and managing the supplier on boarding process.
- Meeting with suppliers to resolve performance issues.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:- Buyer
- Previous purchasing experience gained in a engineering or manufacturing or equivalent environment.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Analytical with an aptitude for figures.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
What we can offer - Buyer
- Enhanced Pension.
- Company wide bonus scheme.
- Discounts with a range of retailers.
If you are already a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Specialist, Sourcing Specialist you may also be suitable for this role.
Please contact Anna Hinton (phone number removed) (url removed)
Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
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Sr. Technical Vendor Manager,International Technical Vendor Management - Design & Construction
London, London
Amazon
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
The Sr. Technical Vendor Manager is responsible for Performance Management, Capability Development and Risk Management of strategic Design & Construction service providers such as Consultants, General Contractors and subcontractors. The individual will build and maintain relationships with vendors and deploy strategies to efficiently deliver high-quality projects safely, on time and within the defined budget, looking for the establishment of partnerships and long-term relations.
Successful candidates will have strong level of ownership, bias for action and be highly motivated individuals who have Project/Contracts Management experience within the construction industry. The role will understand the details of Amazon buildings, and will deep dive on key construction partners by working in close collaboration with consultants, General Contractors and internal stakeholders such as Procurement, Pre-construction, Construction and Technology.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in UK or Germany with 50% of time traveling between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
Key job responsibilities
Drive capacity assessment, collaborate closely with Pre-construction / Construction / Project Delivery Teams on vendor qualification and upskilling, ensuring vendor capacity.
Drive vendor capability assessment, develop and maintain Vendor Strategy together with Procurement Team
Metric analysis, leveraging data to gain comprehensive insights, evaluating key metrics and KPIs against organizational targets
Improve method to collect and sync feedback on vendors, seek out ways to automate and improve productivity
Have technical capacity to understand and improve KPIs on vendors performance as well as internal process.
Assess vendor risks consistently for tender input and support data driven decision.
Manage vendors performance ensure the delivery of CAPEX projects safely, on time and on cost.
Deep dive on technical details and lead problem-resolution, driving process improvements and lessons learnt, keeping productive relation between the organization and the vendors.
Leading critical escalations and claims and manage communication with leadership risks and mitigations.
Be a business partner with the Procurement, Pre-Construction and Construction teams, drive execution of horizontal initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
- University degree in civil engineering or architecture
- Proven Vendor management in construction and or contracts management
- Analytical skills with aptitude for figures and data-driven argumentation
- Proficient in utilizing Excel and software tools to deliver vendor metrics and conduct data-driven analysis.
- Written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
- Flexibility to travel up to 50% between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
- Project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The Sr. Technical Vendor Manager is responsible for Performance Management, Capability Development and Risk Management of strategic Design & Construction service providers such as Consultants, General Contractors and subcontractors. The individual will build and maintain relationships with vendors and deploy strategies to efficiently deliver high-quality projects safely, on time and within the defined budget, looking for the establishment of partnerships and long-term relations.
Successful candidates will have strong level of ownership, bias for action and be highly motivated individuals who have Project/Contracts Management experience within the construction industry. The role will understand the details of Amazon buildings, and will deep dive on key construction partners by working in close collaboration with consultants, General Contractors and internal stakeholders such as Procurement, Pre-construction, Construction and Technology.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in UK or Germany with 50% of time traveling between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
Key job responsibilities
Drive capacity assessment, collaborate closely with Pre-construction / Construction / Project Delivery Teams on vendor qualification and upskilling, ensuring vendor capacity.
Drive vendor capability assessment, develop and maintain Vendor Strategy together with Procurement Team
Metric analysis, leveraging data to gain comprehensive insights, evaluating key metrics and KPIs against organizational targets
Improve method to collect and sync feedback on vendors, seek out ways to automate and improve productivity
Have technical capacity to understand and improve KPIs on vendors performance as well as internal process.
Assess vendor risks consistently for tender input and support data driven decision.
Manage vendors performance ensure the delivery of CAPEX projects safely, on time and on cost.
Deep dive on technical details and lead problem-resolution, driving process improvements and lessons learnt, keeping productive relation between the organization and the vendors.
Leading critical escalations and claims and manage communication with leadership risks and mitigations.
Be a business partner with the Procurement, Pre-Construction and Construction teams, drive execution of horizontal initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
- University degree in civil engineering or architecture
- Proven Vendor management in construction and or contracts management
- Analytical skills with aptitude for figures and data-driven argumentation
- Proficient in utilizing Excel and software tools to deliver vendor metrics and conduct data-driven analysis.
- Written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
- Flexibility to travel up to 50% between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
- Project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Sr. Technical Vendor Manager,International Technical Vendor Management - Design & Construction
London, London
Amazon
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
The Sr. Technical Vendor Manager is responsible for Performance Management, Capability Development and Risk Management of strategic Design & Construction service providers such as Consultants, General Contractors and subcontractors. The individual will build and maintain relationships with vendors and deploy strategies to efficiently deliver high-quality projects safely, on time and within the defined budget, looking for the establishment of partnerships and long-term relations.
Successful candidates will have strong level of ownership, bias for action and be highly motivated individuals who have Project/Contracts Management experience within the construction industry. The role will understand the details of Amazon buildings, and will deep dive on key construction partners by working in close collaboration with consultants, General Contractors and internal stakeholders such as Procurement, Pre-construction, Construction and Technology.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in UK or Germany with 50% of time traveling between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
Key job responsibilities
Drive capacity assessment, collaborate closely with Pre-construction / Construction / Project Delivery Teams on vendor qualification and upskilling, ensuring vendor capacity.
Drive vendor capability assessment, develop and maintain Vendor Strategy together with Procurement Team
Metric analysis, leveraging data to gain comprehensive insights, evaluating key metrics and KPIs against organizational targets
Improve method to collect and sync feedback on vendors, seek out ways to automate and improve productivity
Have technical capacity to understand and improve KPIs on vendors performance as well as internal process.
Assess vendor risks consistently for tender input and support data driven decision.
Manage vendors performance ensure the delivery of CAPEX projects safely, on time and on cost.
Deep dive on technical details and lead problem-resolution, driving process improvements and lessons learnt, keeping productive relation between the organization and the vendors.
Leading critical escalations and claims and manage communication with leadership risks and mitigations.
Be a business partner with the Procurement, Pre-Construction and Construction teams, drive execution of horizontal initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
- University degree in civil engineering or architecture
- Proven Vendor management in construction and or contracts management
- Analytical skills with aptitude for figures and data-driven argumentation
- Proficient in utilizing Excel and software tools to deliver vendor metrics and conduct data-driven analysis.
- Written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
- Flexibility to travel up to 50% between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
- Project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The Sr. Technical Vendor Manager is responsible for Performance Management, Capability Development and Risk Management of strategic Design & Construction service providers such as Consultants, General Contractors and subcontractors. The individual will build and maintain relationships with vendors and deploy strategies to efficiently deliver high-quality projects safely, on time and within the defined budget, looking for the establishment of partnerships and long-term relations.
Successful candidates will have strong level of ownership, bias for action and be highly motivated individuals who have Project/Contracts Management experience within the construction industry. The role will understand the details of Amazon buildings, and will deep dive on key construction partners by working in close collaboration with consultants, General Contractors and internal stakeholders such as Procurement, Pre-construction, Construction and Technology.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in UK or Germany with 50% of time traveling between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
Key job responsibilities
Drive capacity assessment, collaborate closely with Pre-construction / Construction / Project Delivery Teams on vendor qualification and upskilling, ensuring vendor capacity.
Drive vendor capability assessment, develop and maintain Vendor Strategy together with Procurement Team
Metric analysis, leveraging data to gain comprehensive insights, evaluating key metrics and KPIs against organizational targets
Improve method to collect and sync feedback on vendors, seek out ways to automate and improve productivity
Have technical capacity to understand and improve KPIs on vendors performance as well as internal process.
Assess vendor risks consistently for tender input and support data driven decision.
Manage vendors performance ensure the delivery of CAPEX projects safely, on time and on cost.
Deep dive on technical details and lead problem-resolution, driving process improvements and lessons learnt, keeping productive relation between the organization and the vendors.
Leading critical escalations and claims and manage communication with leadership risks and mitigations.
Be a business partner with the Procurement, Pre-Construction and Construction teams, drive execution of horizontal initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
- University degree in civil engineering or architecture
- Proven Vendor management in construction and or contracts management
- Analytical skills with aptitude for figures and data-driven argumentation
- Proficient in utilizing Excel and software tools to deliver vendor metrics and conduct data-driven analysis.
- Written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
- Flexibility to travel up to 50% between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
- Project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Sr. Technical Vendor Manager, International Technical Vendor Management - Design & Construction
London, London
Amazon
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
The Sr. Technical Vendor Manager is responsible for Performance Management, Capability Development and Risk Management of strategic Design & Construction service providers such as Consultants, General Contractors and subcontractors. The individual will build and maintain relationships with vendors and deploy strategies to efficiently deliver high-quality projects safely, on time and within the defined budget, looking for the establishment of partnerships and long-term relations.
Successful candidates will have strong level of ownership, bias for action and be highly motivated individuals who have Project/Contracts Management experience within the construction industry. The role will understand the details of Amazon buildings, and will deep dive on key construction partners by working in close collaboration with consultants, General Contractors and internal stakeholders such as Procurement, Pre-construction, Construction and Technology.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in UK or Germany with 50% of time traveling between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
Key job responsibilities
Drive capacity assessment, collaborate closely with Pre-construction / Construction / Project Delivery Teams on vendor qualification and upskilling, ensuring vendor capacity.
Drive vendor capability assessment, develop and maintain Vendor Strategy together with Procurement Team
Metric analysis, leveraging data to gain comprehensive insights, evaluating key metrics and KPIs against organizational targets
Improve method to collect and sync feedback on vendors, seek out ways to automate and improve productivity
Have technical capacity to understand and improve KPIs on vendors performance as well as internal process.
Assess vendor risks consistently for tender input and support data driven decision.
Manage vendors performance ensure the delivery of CAPEX projects safely, on time and on cost.
Deep dive on technical details and lead problem-resolution, driving process improvements and lessons learnt, keeping productive relation between the organization and the vendors.
Leading critical escalations and claims and manage communication with leadership risks and mitigations.
Be a business partner with the Procurement, Pre-Construction and Construction teams, drive execution of horizontal initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
- - University degree in civil engineering or architecture
- - Proven Vendor management in construction and or contracts management
- - Analytical skills with aptitude for figures and data-driven argumentation
- - Proficient in utilizing Excel and software tools to deliver vendor metrics and conduct data-driven analysis.
- - Written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
- - Flexibility to travel up to 50% between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
- - Project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The Sr. Technical Vendor Manager is responsible for Performance Management, Capability Development and Risk Management of strategic Design & Construction service providers such as Consultants, General Contractors and subcontractors. The individual will build and maintain relationships with vendors and deploy strategies to efficiently deliver high-quality projects safely, on time and within the defined budget, looking for the establishment of partnerships and long-term relations.
Successful candidates will have strong level of ownership, bias for action and be highly motivated individuals who have Project/Contracts Management experience within the construction industry. The role will understand the details of Amazon buildings, and will deep dive on key construction partners by working in close collaboration with consultants, General Contractors and internal stakeholders such as Procurement, Pre-construction, Construction and Technology.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in UK or Germany with 50% of time traveling between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
Key job responsibilities
Drive capacity assessment, collaborate closely with Pre-construction / Construction / Project Delivery Teams on vendor qualification and upskilling, ensuring vendor capacity.
Drive vendor capability assessment, develop and maintain Vendor Strategy together with Procurement Team
Metric analysis, leveraging data to gain comprehensive insights, evaluating key metrics and KPIs against organizational targets
Improve method to collect and sync feedback on vendors, seek out ways to automate and improve productivity
Have technical capacity to understand and improve KPIs on vendors performance as well as internal process.
Assess vendor risks consistently for tender input and support data driven decision.
Manage vendors performance ensure the delivery of CAPEX projects safely, on time and on cost.
Deep dive on technical details and lead problem-resolution, driving process improvements and lessons learnt, keeping productive relation between the organization and the vendors.
Leading critical escalations and claims and manage communication with leadership risks and mitigations.
Be a business partner with the Procurement, Pre-Construction and Construction teams, drive execution of horizontal initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
- - University degree in civil engineering or architecture
- - Proven Vendor management in construction and or contracts management
- - Analytical skills with aptitude for figures and data-driven argumentation
- - Proficient in utilizing Excel and software tools to deliver vendor metrics and conduct data-driven analysis.
- - Written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
- - Flexibility to travel up to 50% between Brazil, Mexico and Australia.
- - Project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
3
Vendor Manager,Books,UK - Fixed term,UK Books Vendor Management,Fixed term contract
London, London
Amazon
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
4
Vendor Manager,Books,UK - Fixed term,UK Books Vendor Management,Fixed term contract
London, London
Amazon
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Vendor Manager, Books, UK - Fixed term, UK Books Vendor Management, Fixed term contract
London, London
Amazon
Posted today
Job Viewed
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Description
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you'll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
- Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
- Act as the 'business owner' for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
- Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
- Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
- Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
- Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNA-and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you'll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
- Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
- Act as the 'business owner' for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
- Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
- Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
- Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
- Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNA-and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
Experience with Excel
Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
Experience using data to influence business decisions
Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Sr Vendor Manager,Books,UK - Fixed term,UK Books Vendor Management,Fixed term contract
London, London
Amazon
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
- Experience with Excel
- Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
- Experience with Excel
- Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Sr Vendor Manager,Books,UK - Fixed term,UK Books Vendor Management,Fixed term contract
London, London
Amazon
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
- Experience with Excel
- Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where youu2019ll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
Act as the u2018business owneru2019 for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNAu2014and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
- Experience with Excel
- Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Sr Vendor Manager, Books, UK - Fixed term, UK Books Vendor Management, Fixed term contract
London, London
Amazon
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Description
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you'll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
- Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
- Act as the 'business owner' for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
- Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
- Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
- Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
- Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNA-and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
- Experience with Excel
- Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
This role is for a fixed-term duration until end of May 2026.
Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
The Books team is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Vendor Manager to develop and grow our publisher relationships on both print and digital formats.
If you are ready to change the world, work hard and engage in a rapidly changing industry, this position is right for you. We offer a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you'll be contributing to Amazon's innovation.
Key job responsibilities
- Create and implement the overall business strategy for their vendors' business including managing vendor negotiations and peak periods.
- Act as the 'business owner' for their vendors' business, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business and P&L, this entails owning forecasting, monitoring and reporting on the business
- Have a thorough understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments
- Manage strategic programs and relationships with leading publishers to create a great customer experience and help the books business and publishers grow
- Think backwards from the customer means thinking across reading/listening formats: physical books, kindle, Audible
- Work closely with the marketing, supply chain and product management teams within Books and Amazon to align all efforts and deliver results
The successful candidates will have exceptional project management, communication and analytic skills and big ideas on how to create great customer experiences. They will be detail-oriented, organized and capable of handling multiple projects at once, working to tight deadlines, dealing with multiple teams and corresponding with publishers. The right candidate will be ambitious and keen to move into a fast-paced environment.
About the team
We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; Amazon Books mission is to inspire readers by making it easy to read more and get more out of reading. We work every day on behalf of customers and readers to solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity, simplicity and the spirit of innovation that is part of our DNA-and we want you to help in our continuing mission to reinvent reading.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or experience in a professional field or military
- Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL
- Experience with Excel
- Experience in account management, project/program management, or buying
- Experience using data to influence business decisions
- Experience driving internal cross-team collaboration
- Experience with business analysis and P&L management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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