Sr. Strategic Supply Chain Manager, Lawn and Garden

Sr. Strategic Supply Chain Manager, Lawn and Garden Amazon | Amazon | Posted Mar 9 Apply Full-time Seattle Negotiable Advanced (5-10 yrs) Description We are seeking an experienced, results-oriented Strategic Supply Chain Manager (SSCM) for the Lawn & Garden and Tools business who will thrive at solving complex supply chain and inventory management challenges. As an SSCM, you will be at the forefront of strategic planning, execution, and optimization of Amazon's supply chain operations. The SSCM will own developing inventory sourcing strategies and end-to-end ownership of all supply chain processes from manufacturer to consumer. The SSCM contributes to cross-category operational strategy, supports vendor negotiations, and drives opportunities to reduce cost and waste in the supply chain. They will use data to influence others, invent, and build scalable systems and processes. They play a critical role in delivering the optimal customer experience by ensuring we have the right product, in the right place, at the right time. Strong candidates must be highly organized, self-starting, and possess strong data extraction and analytical capabilities. They must have proven successes in driving operational initiatives and demonstrate passion for the customer experience. They must be thoughtful in their pursuit of results and thrive in a high energy environment where tactical and strategic activities are expected to be driven in parallel. They will have end-to-end supply chain strategy or inventory management experience as well as knowledge in fundamental business principles and knowledge of ecommerce and retail. The ideal candidate can lead and influence both internal and external teams in an ambiguous environment while maintaining a customer-centric philosophy. Key job responsibilities Identify and deliver end-to-end supply chain improvement opportunities across large cohorts of vendors. Monitor, analyze, and own category Key Performance Indicators such as: out of stock, lead time, and confirmation rates to present insights, themes and trends to Senior Leadership team. Define the operational strategy and contribute to the business growth and operations planning process for select vendors. Own initiatives to enhance cost structure and profitability, collaborating closely with partner teams to ensure successful execution. Become the subject matter expert in a subset of supply chain programs and initiatives that impact the Lawn and Garden business overall. Develop trust with retail vendors and collaborate on initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency and costs in order to drive a delightful experience for Amazon customers. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of with Excel experience Experience working with complex data sets Experience communicating results to senior leadership Bachelor's degree 4+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of statistics or other analytical techniques Experience with SQL Experience coordinating cross-functional inputs, meeting deadlines, and effectively managing competing priorities Experience managing and or coordinating projects in a fast pace environment Master's degree, or MBA in management, business administration, economics, engineering, marketing Usage of generative AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency, with a willingness to learn effective prompting and evaluation practices. Ability to recognize opportunities where generative AI could enhance products, workflows, or customer experiences. 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 base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at USA, WA, Seattle - 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually - Amazon.com Services LLC Job ID: A3196613 About the company: Amazon #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™