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About the Role

Amazon is seeking a Category Merchant Manager (CMM) to join the Saudi Arabia Marketplace team in Riyadh. This full-time role focuses on the Home and Electronics categories within the third-party marketplace. The CMM will be responsible for driving top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency, owning significant portions of the category P&Ls, and leading strategic initiatives to enhance seller engagement and customer satisfaction. This position requires a Saudi National with substantial retail experience in Home and Electronics, coupled with a forward-thinking approach to digital commerce.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Home and Electronics Leadership on business strategy and planning.
• Drive a best-in-class shopping experience for customers in Home and Electronics.
• Maximize unit sales and Gross Merchandise Sales (GMS) growth through timely analysis.
• Optimize assortments across various home goods and electronics product lines.
• Develop strategies to enhance seasonal offerings and stay ahead of technological trends.
• Partner with Marketplace teams to identify and recruit strategic sellers in Home and Electronics.
• Expand category group selection offerings and develop frameworks to onboard small to mid-size brands.
• Create incentive structures to attract top-tier national and international brands to the platform.
• Innovate with sellers to drive optimal customer experience across the third-party business.
• Ensure customer experience parity between first-party and third-party items.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance teams to maintain high standards for products.
• Work with Supply Chain to optimize the delivery experience for large home items and delicate electronics.

Daily Activities

The Category Merchant Manager drives strategic decision-making through data-driven insights and market analysis. Daily activities include monitoring category performance metrics, collaborating with sellers to optimize their offerings, and working with cross-functional teams to enhance the customer shopping experience. Key tasks involve reviewing daily sales performance, conducting seller business reviews, participating in supply chain optimization meetings, and developing strategies to expand product lines and stay ahead of technological trends. The role focuses on maintaining high-quality standards for home goods and ensuring electronics offerings meet industry specifications and consumer demands.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Experience influencing internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.
• 4+ years of experience working cross-functionally with non-tech teams.
• Experience with tools/systems for data analysis, including Excel, Access, SQL, or other data management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or an Associate's degree or above.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data analytics and using metrics to identify problems.
• Experience communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including colleagues and leadership.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large, complicated programs.
• Experience with P&L responsibility and delivering strong financial results.

Location and Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the evolution of Home and Electronics retail within the Saudi Arabian market.