Sr. Vendor Operations Associate, Amazon Grocery

Vendor Operations team is designed to guide and assist customers/vendors to ensure seamless experience while working with Amazon systems. As a part of this team, the primary role will be providing all reasonable support to customer/vendors in improving their capabilities to ensure that they are able execute their business in the most optimum way. The role will comprise of assisting the customer /vendor to get well versed with various Amazon tools and provide on ground support to assess inputs like PO management, shipment etc.
These tasks include, but are not limited to, assisting in training on populating/procuring catalog content, face to face interacting/coordinating with the vendors/manufacturers/customers, identifying and correcting errors, maintaining records of work received and work performed etc. In addition to being a support associate grooming customers/vendor s to become self-sufficient on the platform, the individual is expected to take on larger responsibilities such as initiating and owning process improvement projects, participating actively in stakeholder calls/meetings etc.
I. Skills
a. Strong written and spoken communication skills
b. Good working knowledge of MS Office Suite

II. Ability to
a. Multi task in a fast paced environment
b. Operate in the system with speed and accuracy necessary to meet Amazon standards
c. Handle stressful situations, maintain composure, and communicate clearly with both internal and external stakeholders

III. Demonstrate
a. Passion for Business Development
b. Strong interpersonal skills
c. Excellent listening skills
d. Excellent data accuracy skills, eye for detail, and commitment to meet deadlines

IV. Critical Qualities / Characteristics
a. Pace of implementation and consistency in performance
b. Willingness to take initiatives and additional responsibilities
c. Willingness to travel
d. Commitment and completion factor
e. Peer respect - establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
f. Creative and analytical problem solvers with a passion for operational excellence
g. Identify areas of possible process improvements

V. Operations
a. Meet and interact with Local vendors on Day-to-Day basis in initial process setup.
b. Flag possible escalation, dive deep to recommend and implement corrective actions
c. Flag any updates received from stakeholders on process to Team Lead/Manager
d. Be part of client calls to raise challenges, lead, and document conference discussions

Key job responsibilities
Ops/Vendor Support: Assist customers/vendors in navigating and utilizing Amazon systems, tools, and processes, ensuring a seamless experience while improving their operational capabilities.

Training and Error Resolution: Provide training to vendors on catalog content, PO management, and shipment processes, while identifying and correcting errors, maintaining accurate records of tasks performed.

Process Improvement: Take ownership of process improvement initiatives, identifying areas for operational efficiency, and actively participating in stakeholder meetings and calls.

Communication and Coordination: Maintain strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders, managing vendor relationships through face-to-face interactions and handling escalations or updates.

Multi-tasking and Problem-solving: Operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks, addressing issues proactively, and demonstrating a passion for operational excellence.

A day in the life
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About the team
- - Bachelors degree
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications