Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online, at low prices and great convenience.

Amazon is looking for a Senior Vendor Manager to join the EU Softlines team to continue developing the Shoes and Handbags business. Shoes and Handbags is am important category for Amazon customers and is a key business development focus worldwide. As a Vendor Manager, you will manage Amazon's relationships with Fashion vendors, owning and driving the business in key segments of the industry across the EU. You will be responsible for the growth of the business, increasing available selection, improving site content, and driving a great experience for Amazon’s customers. The role will comprise both local and Pan-EU responsibilities, and a successful candidate will work closely with team members located across the EU.

Responsibilities include:
· Designing and owning the sourcing strategy (direct/ indirect supply, priority brands, selection and terms) for key Fashion brands.
· Supporting Vendors and Amazon in a strategic move from long lead-time buying to on-demand sourcing.
· Managing vendor relations and driving high-level negotiations of agreements/deals with leading brands.
· Identifying new Vendors and business development opportunities to further expand Amazon retail selection.
· Supporting the execution of technical integration with suppliers and support projects to more efficiently source stock and assimilate vendor catalog.
· Agreeing with vendors on promotions and marketing initiatives and coordinating with the Marketing team to execute these activities.
· Being an ambassador of Amazon Fashion category, developing deep knowledge of supply/ demand trends and success drivers.
· Participating in and owning the day-to-day operational aspects of the category, including gathering and addressing customer feedback, price management, and business improvement initiatives.

· Minimum of 5-7 years experience in vendor account management, project management, and/or a buyer position.
· Qualification to MBA level, or equivalent, preferably in a Business-related subject.
· Fluency in English and Spanish.
· Inter-personal and communication skills, negotiation skills, analytical skills, bias for action, ownership, project management skills and A to Z business understanding are required.
· Successful candidates will be autonomous and good team members. They will quickly adapt to work in a fast paced environment where prioritizing and multitasking are essential.

· Experience in the Fashion Industry.
· Technical knowledge or proficiency in MSFT suite and SQL.