Description Associate Vendor Manager The Associate Vendor Manager is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, ensuring optimal performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement in vendor operations. Key duties include daily vendor management, performance monitoring, and implementation of vendor-related initiatives. Responsibilities: Monitor and analyze vendor performance metrics (fill rate, delivery adherence, quality). Drive vendor compliance to established processes and guidelines. Resolve vendor queries and operational issues in a timely manner. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve vendor operations. Maintain accurate vendor documentation and data. Support vendor onboarding and training initiatives. Identify and implement process improvements for vendor management. Regular reporting and analysis of vendor performance trends Requirements: 2+ years of experience in vendor management or related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and relationship management abilities Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis tools Experience with vendor management systems preferred Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field Key job responsibilities Market Benchmarking: Monitor competitors' catalog strategies, analyze industry best practices, and leverage benchmarking insights to enhance the company's catalog offerings. Stakeholder Collaboration: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, understand their needs, and deliver impactful updates and recommendations. Continuous Improvement: Stay informed on industry trends, identify optimization opportunities, and facilitate the implementation of innovative catalog solutions. A day in the life - About the team - Basic Qualifications Basic Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited university. 2. Proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis. 3. 2+ years of professional experience in vendor management, account management, business operations, or related roles. 4. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field Experience in e-commerce or retail industry Prior experience working with vendor management systems or ERP platforms Understanding of marketplace dynamics and vendor relationship management Multi-lingual proficiency (regional languages a plus) Experience in stakeholder management across multiple business functions 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.