Eric L. V.
Sr Vendor Manager, Pets @Amazon
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WORK HISTORY
Sr Vendor Manager, Pets @Amazon
Munich, DE
Leading strategic vendor partnerships and category growth initiatives within Amazon\'s retail business. Key responsibilities include:• Manage Multi-Million dollar P&L responsibility while driving profitable growth through data-driven decision making and strategic vendor negotiations• Develop and execute comprehensive business strategies to optimize inventory management, improve supply chain efficiency, and enhance product selection• Lead cross-functional initiatives with Marketing, Operations, and Finance teams to drive business objectives and improve customer experience• Analyze complex datasets to identify growth opportunities, forecast demand, and make strategic inventory investments • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key vendors, implementing join business plans (JBP) to drive mutual growth• Optimize supply chain operations through demand planning, inventory management, and operational efficiency improvements• Leverage Amazon\'s proprietary tools and systems to monitor KPI\'s, track performance metrics, and implement data-driven solutions
EDUCATION
Hogeschool PXL
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration, Honours (B.B.A.)
St. Lawrence College
Postgraduate Diploma, Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations
Smith School of Business at Queen's University
Master’s Degree, International Business
University of New Brunswick
Winter Semester Exchange, Business Administration (B.B.A.)
清华大学经济管理学院 Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management
Spring Semester Exchange, Business Administration (M.B.A.)
SKILLS
ABOUT ERIC L. V.
I\'m a visionary merchandising leader with a demonstrated track record in taking highly complex categories facing significant headwinds and repositioning them for long-term, sustainable growth. Through an unwavering focus on the customer needs, I partner with key stakeholders both domestic and international inside the worlds largest retailers delivering strategies unlocking maximum potential.I have proven success in: FMCG Category Management Covid-19 Crisis Leadership P&L Management Strategy & Implementation Private Label development Consumer focused business planning Industry Segments Market Sizing Global Sourcing Responsible Leadership Teambuilding & Mentoring Supplier Relationship Management Cost Analytics & Contract Negotiations Business ReviewsMy academic and professional careers have given me extensive international experience, from studying overseas in Beijing, China, to working in Munich, Germany. I\'ve gained expertise, knowledge and skills that have developed me as an engaging leader who inspires others to achieve their goals. I\'m a great storyteller, have exceptional eye for detail, and am passionate about what I believe in.In 2021 my Walmart US Pets colleagues described me as \"Not the Hero we deserved, but the Hero we needed.\" when I managed the launch of the first ever Walmart Private Label Cat Furniture Program, which took the Canadian and US markets by storm. LEADERSHIPLeading with a servant leadership mindset, engaging and driving others to achieve their goals, I aspire to make individuals feel empowered to drive a business forward. This has allowed me to become a trusted cross-functional partner and my teams to consistently exceed operational expectations.In 2020 while at Walmart Canada the Sr. Director of Private Brands said:\"Eric, we need more buyers with your kind of horsepower to drive the business forward”. INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCEAs a professional with an academic and professional career across North America, Europe and Asia, I have developed a global mindset of cross-cultural business management while working with stakeholders from different countries and cultures. I always challenge myself to go the extra mile, and have managed to pick up 5 languages in the process.In 2016 while in Beijing the Associate Director for International Management at Queen\'s University said:\"I think choosing a school like Tsinghua says a lot about what you are capable of\".“You must understand that there is more than one path to the top of the mountain” - Miyamoto Musashi (15••••45), The Book of Five Rings.
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