Job description

Role overview

Amazon’s retail organization is hiring a Vendor Manager focused on Home & Leisure. In this role, you will help shape the shopping behavior of customers in Australia while contributing to a fast-scaling business. The position suits someone who enjoys fresh challenges and wants to make a meaningful impact.

What this role involves

You will act as a strong advocate for both customers and the category inside Amazon. The job calls for confident negotiation, sharp analytical thinking, and solid commercial experience. You’ll need to juggle multiple priorities, stay highly organized, and manage projects with close attention to detail. Clear communication is essential, as you will work closely with major vendors, internal teams, and cross-functional leaders. A proactive attitude, flexibility, and genuine interest in retail are key.

Core strengths needed

Build trust quickly, influence stakeholders effectively, and maintain high standards across teams, including senior stakeholders.
Approach problems by breaking them into manageable workstreams and working back from deadlines.
Handle project planning and delivery with strong ownership of outcomes.
Use analytical thinking to compare options and assess different scenarios.
Work comfortably across multiple projects and stakeholder groups in a fast-moving, uncertain environment.
Operate independently when guidance is limited and take a hands-on approach when needed.
Apply sound judgment in both commercial decisions and people interactions.
Think strategically while also being able to act tactically.

Work location

This position is based in Amazon’s CBD office in Sydney, which is well connected by public transport.

Compensation and benefits

Amazon provides a competitive pay package, and eligible employees may also participate in the company stock plan. Additional benefits mentioned include subsidized private health insurance, superannuation, and paid parental leave options.

Equal opportunity and accommodation

Amazon states that it is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If an applicant requires a workplace adjustment during the hiring process, support is available through Amazon’s accommodations process.

Country acknowledgement

Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and recognizes their ongoing connection to land, sea, and community. The company also pays respect to Elders past and present and extends that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

Category Manager - Home & Leisure

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