Sr. Strategic Supply Chain Manager, Lawn and Garden

ID: 4733

Type: Full-time

Category: Others

Company Name: Amazon.com Services LLC

Location: USA, WA, Seattle - Seattle - United States

Salary: 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually

Job 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 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.

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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually

Company Information

Company Name: Amazon.com Services LLC

Company Website: https://www.amazon.com

Company Address: 410 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, United States

Amazon.com Services LLC is an operating company in the Amazon corporate family that supports and delivers a broad set of technology-enabled retail and marketplace services. As part of the larger Amazon organization, it participates in the operation and management of Amazon’s online retail marketplace, third‑party seller programs, fulfillment and logistics solutions, and related customer-facing services. The company’s activities are oriented around applying software, systems engineering and logistical infrastructure to enable large-scale e-commerce, digital distribution and platform services for consumers and businesses. Overview and scope Amazon.com Services LLC functions as one of the entities through which Amazon delivers commerce and seller-related services. In practice, that includes enabling Amazon’s marketplace for third‑party sellers, operating fulfillment programs (including Fulfillment by Amazon—FBA), and supporting the web and mobile retail experiences that customers use to discover, buy and receive products. The company leverages Amazon’s broader investments in distributed computing, data analytics, inventory systems and automated fulfillment to provide both consumer-facing retail and business-to-business seller services. Core business activities The core activities associated with Amazon.com Services LLC revolve around online retail operations and the technology and logistics that underpin them. Key activities include: operating the Amazon.com consumer marketplace and associated storefronts; managing programs that onboard, list and transact for third‑party sellers; providing fulfillment, warehousing and shipping services for inventory enrolled in Amazon’s logistics networks; powering payments and order processing systems; and supporting customer service operations related to retail transactions. These activities are tightly integrated with Amazon’s global logistics network, delivery services, and software platforms that enable inventory management, pricing, content management and search/recommendation systems. Main products and services While Amazon.com Services LLC is one of several operating companies in the Amazon group, the practical products and services associated with its operations include marketplace hosting for third‑party sellers (seller accounts, tools and dashboards), fulfillment and warehousing services (including FBA), order processing and returns management, customer service support for retail transactions, and technology platforms that expose APIs and seller tools for listing, pricing and inventory control. These services enable merchants to sell through Amazon’s digital storefronts and to use Amazon’s fulfillment infrastructure for storage, packing and shipping. Relationship to broader Amazon offerings The operational scope of Amazon.com Services LLC overlaps and integrates with other Amazon businesses and technology platforms. For example, Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides the cloud infrastructure and many platform services that power Amazon’s retail site and seller services, while Amazon’s consumer-facing subscription services such as Amazon Prime (which bundles fast shipping, streaming and other benefits) influence demand and fulfillment priorities. Additionally, Amazon’s devices (Kindle, Echo/Alexa, Fire TV) and digital content offerings (Prime Video, Amazon Music, Audible) form adjacent product lines that operate within the same corporate ecosystem, increasing cross‑channel customer engagement with the retail marketplace. Technology and innovation focus Amazon.com Services LLC operates in an environment driven by software, systems engineering and logistics innovation. Amazon’s public communications emphasize technology investments in automation, robotics, machine learning, search and recommendation algorithms, and large-scale distributed systems to improve selection, convenience and price. The company’s approach to improving customer experience and seller services is built on continuous iteration in software, data science and operational research, as well as deployment of warehouse automation and transportation optimization technologies. Customers and users End customers are the millions of consumers who shop on Amazon’s retail websites and use related mobile apps. Another primary customer segment is the millions of third‑party sellers and professional merchants who use Amazon’s marketplace and seller services to reach consumers globally. Businesses and developers that integrate with Amazon’s seller APIs, fulfillment services, and advertising platforms also rely on the services and systems that Amazon.com Services LLC helps deliver. Official mission and corporate context Amazon’s public materials state a mission and guiding principle focused on customer centricity—commonly expressed by the company as striving “to be Earth’s most customer‑centric company.” That mission underpins the retail and marketplace operations and is reflected in investments in selection, convenience and low prices. Amazon operates across multiple industries including e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, consumer electronics and logistics; Amazon.com Services LLC is a part of that broader corporate structure and concentrates on the commerce and seller-facing components of the business. Regulatory and corporate form Amazon.com Services LLC is a limited liability company within the Amazon corporate structure; like other operating subsidiaries, it is used to carry out specific aspects of Amazon’s commercial activities. Public filings and corporate disclosures identify multiple Amazon subsidiaries that collectively operate global retail, subscription, cloud and device businesses. Amazon’s public investor relations and corporate governance materials describe Amazon as a technology company with e-commerce and cloud computing core competencies, and Amazon.com Services LLC functions within that legal and operational framework. Summary In summary, Amazon.com Services LLC is a technology-enabled operating company in the Amazon family that provides and supports the marketplace, seller services, fulfillment and related retail operations that allow consumers to buy products and third‑party sellers to reach customers through Amazon’s digital storefronts. Its work is characterized by large-scale software systems, fulfillment and logistics networks, and continual investment in automation and data-driven tools to improve customer and seller experiences. The company’s activities align with Amazon’s stated customer-centric mission and the broader corporate focus on leveraging technology to scale commerce and distribution globally.

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