We are seeking an innovative, creative, analytical, technical and strategic thinker, who is passionate about building transformative partnerships to support our ongoing innovations and growth. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys solving complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional counterparts and thrives in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving. Proving you have high judgement, strong capabilities to earn trust and are a skilled negotiator is critical for this position.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop transformative commercial strategies that drive significant business impact.
- Lead in identifying, evaluating, negotiating and managing strategic partnerships across the industry that enable valuable customer experiences and support the strategic objectives of Amazon.
- Build strong internal relationships with leaders and counterparts across Amazon’s diverse set of businesses, specifically within Amazon Ads, Amazon Stores, AWS and Logistics.
- Work with cross-functional teams including Product, Operations, Engineering, Legal, Finance, Tax, Accounting, and senior management to execute on the relationships.
- Build internal support for new initiatives with keen focus on market opportunity, business potential, and overall strategic fit.
- Evaluate the economic and strategic costs and benefits of partnerships and work with appropriate leaders as well as across all functional areas of Amazon to execute on the relationships.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 7+ years of professional or military experience
- 7+ years of business development, partnership management, or sourcing new business expertise
- 7+ years of developing, negotiating, and executing business agreements experience
- Experience in retail and/or digital advertising
- Demonstrated success in working within a distributed, cross-functional organization
- Demonstrated track record of identifying and executing successful partnerships and deals, particularly in CPG, digital media or high-tech industries.
- Experience structuring and negotiating complex agreements and leading cross functional groups to orchestrate and successfully complete deals.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and work at strategic and tactical levels simultaneously
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, innovatively and creatively using sound business judgment and quantitative skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are crucial along with a proven ability to influence others internally and externally.
- Self-starter who can excel in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities.
- Solid understanding of Internet business models and web technologies
- Ability to build and maintain a network of relationships which facilitate deal flow.
- Passion for big challenges
Amazon 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, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $193,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $288,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.