Senior Vendor Manager Books Team Germany
Are you passionate about revolutionizing the world of reading Amazon is seeking a dynamic Senior Vendor Manager to join our Books team in Germany. In this role youll drive strategic partnerships with leading publishers scale our business and innovate the reading experience for millions of customers across Europe.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage strategic programs with major publishers to enhance customer experiences and drive business growth
Analyze reading trends conduct customer research and implement innovative initiatives
Monitor and optimize key performance indicators for publisher partnerships
Collaborate crossfunctionally with marketing supply chain and product management teams
Think holistically across various reading formats (physical books Kindle Audible) to meet diverse customer needs
Qualifications:
Why Amazon
Fastpaced entrepreneurial environment with opportunities to make a significant impact
Culture of innovation that encourages thinking big and creative problemsolving
Commitment to diversity and inclusion in our global workforce
Chance to shape the future of reading and contribute to cuttingedge innovations
At Amazon we value your passion for discovery invention and building. If youre ready to help us redefine the reading experience for customers worldwide we invite you to apply and join our mission to be Earths most customercentric company
Key job responsibilities
Manage complex vendor relationships with major publishers across Print and Digital Formats.
Own and optimize Retail P&L for multiple subcategories across print and digital formats.
Lead annual negotiations and strategic discussions.
Proactively manage vendor relationships to ensure mutual success.
Drive continuous improvement of shared and internal workflows
Advance strategic initiatives like Kindle Unlimited or Amazon Print on Demand.
Lead key projects with crosscategory or crossmarketplace impact.
Serve as subject matter expert for specific areas within the category.
Conduct deep dive analysis to derive actionable business insights.
Collaborate crossfunctionally to drive strategic initiatives.
Mentor and develop team members.
Represent the category in highlevel meetings and to senior leadership.
Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in businesstobusiness relationships preferably in ecommerce publishing or related industries
Fluency in German and English both verbal and written
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and Business Intelligence systems
Proven track record of successful project management and strategic planning
Excellent communication and relationshipbuilding skills both internally and externally
Demonstrated ability to work independently and thrive in a fastpaced environment
Strong problemsolving skills with a customercentric mindset
Past experience with digital technologies ecommerce supply chain and/ or content management
Excellent business judgment
Knowledge of SQL Visual Basic HTML
Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D. in Business Management Finance or related field
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