Supply Chain Manager, Physical Video Games

Are you interested in working with top Video Games vendors to improve supply chain efficiency, deliver exciting new launches, and ensure we are instock for customers? The US Retail Video Games Supply Chain team is looking to hire a talented, driven, and highly analytical Supply Chain Manager with a proven record of utilizing data to drive business results. The successful candidate will be skilled at product forecasting, working with external partners to secure inventory, and managing across a broad supply chain to deliver results. This position is responsible for working with Tier-1 and Tail vendors across our console, software, and accessories businesses to optimize the end-to-end supply chain and improve inventory availability for customers. The position requires an individual who can work autonomously in a highly demanding environment and work quickly to react to new information.

Key job responsibilities
- Work directly with vendors to improve key operations metrics, including: confirmation rates, lead time, on-time delivery, and out of stock rates.

- Engage with central teams to drive process automation and system improvements.

- Manage new product launch workstreams for their vendors, working with key stakeholder teams to ensure inventory availability and placement ahead of street date.

- Perform root-cause analysis/reporting on operational issues, and then manage the solution to those issues.

- Develop Standard Operating Procedures for effective processes and knowledge transfer.

- Own & drive the roadmap for Vendor Operations metrics.

A day in the life
To ensure the Senior Strategic Supply Chain Manager is successful, they must be able to:

- Passionately advocate for the customer and category within Amazon.

- Exhibit dedication and commitment to cost-effective inventory management.

- Operate at all levels—think strategically and tactically.

- Integrate strong and clear analysis and business rationale into sound decision making.

- Manage multiple projects simultaneously - work prioritization, planning, and task delegation.

About the team
Video Games are constantly evolving. We are a fast-paced and exciting category with a high-performing team that seeks to build strong customer-focused businesses. We promote a collaborative, solutions-oriented & inclusive culture. We prioritize the growth and development of our team members and strive to work hard, have fun, and make history.- 3+ years of with Excel experience
- 4+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience
- Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience- Knowledge of the principles of statistical inventory control
- Experience with SQL
- Experience working with complex data sets

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.

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $66,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $141,100/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. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.