Sr. Instock Manager Consumables, MX Consumables
Mexico City, MexicoOn-siteFull-timeSenior · 10+ yearsH1B likely
About this role
The Sr. Instock Manager owns the end-to-end inventory strategy, operational performance, and supply chain optimization for a category portfolio within Amazon Mexico Consumables. The role operates with significant autonomy and discretion — the strategy may not be defined, and the specialist uses expertise and judgment to determine the right goals, design long-term solutions, and deliver independently.
Key job responsibilities
Key functions include:
1. Define and own the annual instock strategic and operational plan for the category, including availability targets (SoROOS), cost-to-serve goals, inventory turns, and inventory health metrics
2. Lead CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) strategy at the category level — owning monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecast alignment across the vendor portfolio and ensuring buying input parameters are optimized across all accounts
3. Audit and optimize complex forecasting, IPC, and Supply Chain systems to ensure performance within goal/control limits; create long-term category solutions that automate or simplify replenishment and ordering processes
4. Identify, manage, and execute multiple medium-to-large supply chain programs that are cross-functional and involve external partners — from CTS roadmap execution to placement optimization to vendor operational performance improvements
About the team
Inclusive team culture
At Amazon we embrace our differences and we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.
Work Life Balance
We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.
Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.
- Speak, write, and read fluently in English, and have the ability to take direction in English
- Track record of independently defining and executing category-level operational strategy in ambiguous environments where the strategy was not defined — the candidate identified the problem, designed the solution, and drove alignment across stakeholders
- 10+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, retail, program management, or business strategy roles with demonstrated category-level or portfolio-level P&L impact
- Demonstrated experience influencing across 3+ functions (e.g., Retail, Operations, Finance, Technology, Vendors) to achieve shared goals without direct authority
- Experience writing narratives (6-pagers, business reviews, COEs, or equivalent strategic documents) and presenting to senior leadership (Director+)
- Experience creating annual strategic and operational plans for a business or category and owning inputs into annual planning processes
- MBA or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Strategy, or related field
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Key job responsibilities
Key functions include:
1. Define and own the annual instock strategic and operational plan for the category, including availability targets (SoROOS), cost-to-serve goals, inventory turns, and inventory health metrics
2. Lead CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) strategy at the category level — owning monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecast alignment across the vendor portfolio and ensuring buying input parameters are optimized across all accounts
3. Audit and optimize complex forecasting, IPC, and Supply Chain systems to ensure performance within goal/control limits; create long-term category solutions that automate or simplify replenishment and ordering processes
4. Identify, manage, and execute multiple medium-to-large supply chain programs that are cross-functional and involve external partners — from CTS roadmap execution to placement optimization to vendor operational performance improvements
About the team
Inclusive team culture
At Amazon we embrace our differences and we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.
Work Life Balance
We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.
Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent- Speak, write, and read fluently in English, and have the ability to take direction in English
- Track record of independently defining and executing category-level operational strategy in ambiguous environments where the strategy was not defined — the candidate identified the problem, designed the solution, and drove alignment across stakeholders
- 10+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, retail, program management, or business strategy roles with demonstrated category-level or portfolio-level P&L impact
- Demonstrated experience influencing across 3+ functions (e.g., Retail, Operations, Finance, Technology, Vendors) to achieve shared goals without direct authority
- Experience writing narratives (6-pagers, business reviews, COEs, or equivalent strategic documents) and presenting to senior leadership (Director+)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SQL- Experience creating annual strategic and operational plans for a business or category and owning inputs into annual planning processes
- MBA or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Strategy, or related field
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.