Amazon Supply Chain Associate

What is an Amazon Supply Chain Associate?

An Amazon Supply Chain Associate is a detail-oriented professional responsible for overseeing and optimizing inventory management, product sourcing, and logistics operations to ensure seamless supply chain processes. They work collaboratively with teams to maintain stock accuracy, coordinate product launches, and manage supplier relationships, enabling efficient product flow from manufacturers to customers.

This role involves managing inventory replenishments, analyzing stock levels, resolving logistics challenges, and ensuring compliance with import and export regulations. By leveraging data and analytics, Supply Chain Associates contribute to the efficiency and success of eCommerce operations, particularly within Amazon's Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) ecosystem.

Job Duties

• Manage Inventory: Collaborate with inventory and fulfillment teams to ensure accurate stock levels, preventing stockouts and overstock.
• Coordinate Product Launches: Ensure product listings are optimized and live on Amazon by the launch date, coordinating across teams as needed.
• FBA Inventory Replenishments: Plan and oversee the replenishment of FBA inventory to maintain efficiency and avoid delays.
• Inventory Planning: Order stock to maintain optimal levels, work with 3PL partners, and analyze stock in Amazon and 3PL warehouses for potential shortages.
• Product Sourcing: Identify and qualify suppliers, negotiate pricing, manage bulk orders, and ensure reliable supply for product launches and reorders.
• Logistics Coordination: Arrange product transport from manufacturers to 3PL warehouses, assign HTS codes to minimize import taxes, and resolve logistics issues

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