Sr Strategic Supply Chain Mgr, Canada Retail Consumables

Job title:

Sr Strategic Supply Chain Mgr, Canada Retail Consumables

Company

Amazon

Job description

DESCRIPTIONAmazon is looking for a customer focused, driven, and analytical leader to join the Canada Consumables team. Amazon Canada is a fast-growing business where our business model is evolving with technology and industry trends.The Sr. Strategic Supply Chain Manager will own strategies to drive supply chain efficiencies and maximize sales, margin and turns. This is a critical role helping us build, manage and optimize a complex procurement system. The ideal candidate is able to lead and influence both internal and external teams in an ambiguous environment, while maintaining a customer-centric philosophy. They must be highly organized, self-starting, highly analytical and thrive in a high energy environment – ideally with experience in supply chain and operations. You will be responsible for driving large and unique programs, coordinating with partner teams on scalable improvements, and building optimal inventory strategies. Key areas of focus include driving improvement in inventory availability, increasing inventory efficiency, improving purchasing automation, and reducing input costs.The Sr. Strategic Supply Chain Manager will also be responsible for process improvements, including identifying defects, reducing waste, and improving supply chain effectiveness. This role enables you to “hit the ground running” and make transformational impact on how we manage in-stock and cost in one of the most exciting businesses. The position requires an individual with strong analytical capabilities who can work both autonomously and collaboratively in a demanding and often ambiguous environment with strong attention to detail and effective prioritization.Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities

• Improve key Instock metrics, such as Availability, Inventory Health, and Speed

• Identify gaps and implement scalable solutions

• Develop understanding of the various sourcing channels, and implement best practices to optimize sourcing

• Develop and implement audit mechanisms to proactively identify defects and drive defect reduction

• Collaborate and influence other supply chain teams on projects that drive FCF for the business

• Develop relationships with marquee vendors and work with them directly on Kaizen/Joint Business Plans (JBP)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS– 5+ years of with Excel experience
– Bachelor’s degree, or 5+ years of professional or military experience
– Experience working with complex data sets
– Experience communicating results to senior leadershipPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS– Knowledge of statistics or other analytical techniques
– Experience with SQLAmazon 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, 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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 02:27:49 GMT

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