Entry Level Vendor Manager Jobs
New grad vendor manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a demonstrated ability to coordinate suppliers can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Banking & Financial Services, Accounting & Auditing, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Regions Bank, Deloitte, and Amazon hiring at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? Amazon is looking for a talented Vendor Manager (VM) responsible for managing vendor relationships and setting the strategic direction for their business on the Worldwide Grocery Category team.
The ideal candidate possesses experience in buying, marketing and/or finance; with a track record of successful relationship management, strong analytical acumen, experience generating and managing reporting and analysis. Great communication skills and understanding of Excel will be essential to your success. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will take ownership of projects and business problems to a successful result.
Key job responsibilities
Our environment is fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous; this requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, analytical and comfortable working with multiple teams, vendors, partners and management. On a day to day basis, you will:
- Drive strategic negotiations with vendors and represent Amazon when meeting with vendor partners and their leadership
- Develop long-term strategies and significantly influences cross-category plans - delivering on Amazon's goals and objectives while obsessing over Customers
- Work cross functionally, both within Amazon and your assigned vendors
- Implement scalable, simple and automated solutions to address Customer pain points and drive results
- Create opportunities for growth, customer acquisition and brand-building
- Audit metrics regularly, determine and prioritize business opportunities, identify risks and make recommendations to deliver results
- Identify industry trends and develop innovative marketing and merchandising initiatives to support growth
About the team
The Worldwide Grocery Category Management team is responsible for selection decisions and vendor relationships for grocery category across all Amazon banners. Our team focuses on creating exceptional shopping experiences that transform how customers discover and purchase perishable goods from Amazon. We're passionate about building compelling assortments, optimizing the customer journey and developing strategic partnerships with vendors to drive category growth.
We work in a collaborative environment where innovative thinking and strategic execution are highly valued. Our team strives to deliver exceptional value to customers while driving business results through data-driven decision making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience in financial analysis, retail buying, retail planning & allocation, product/project management, marketing, business development, consulting, negotiation or supply chain
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience using analytical specific tools such as Google Analytics, SQL or HTML
- Experience working with clients
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York - 66,300.00 - 103,400.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? Amazon is looking for a talented Vendor Manager (VM) responsible for managing vendor relationships and setting the strategic direction for their business on the Worldwide Grocery Category team.
The ideal candidate possesses experience in buying, marketing and/or finance; with a track record of successful relationship management, strong analytical acumen, experience generating and managing reporting and analysis. Great communication skills and understanding of Excel will be essential to your success. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will take ownership of projects and business problems to a successful result.
Key job responsibilities
Our environment is fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous; this requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, analytical and comfortable working with multiple teams, vendors, partners and management. On a day to day basis, you will:
- Drive strategic negotiations with vendors and represent Amazon when meeting with vendor partners and their leadership
- Develop long-term strategies and significantly influences cross-category plans - delivering on Amazon's goals and objectives while obsessing over Customers
- Work cross functionally, both within Amazon and your assigned vendors
- Implement scalable, simple and automated solutions to address Customer pain points and drive results
- Create opportunities for growth, customer acquisition and brand-building
- Audit metrics regularly, determine and prioritize business opportunities, identify risks and make recommendations to deliver results
- Identify industry trends and develop innovative marketing and merchandising initiatives to support growth
About the team
The Worldwide Grocery Category Management team is responsible for selection decisions and vendor relationships for grocery category across all Amazon banners. Our team focuses on creating exceptional shopping experiences that transform how customers discover and purchase perishable goods from Amazon. We're passionate about building compelling assortments, optimizing the customer journey and developing strategic partnerships with vendors to drive category growth.
We work in a collaborative environment where innovative thinking and strategic execution are highly valued. Our team strives to deliver exceptional value to customers while driving business results through data-driven decision making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience in financial analysis, retail buying, retail planning & allocation, product/project management, marketing, business development, consulting, negotiation or supply chain
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience using analytical specific tools such as Google Analytics, SQL or HTML
- Experience working with clients
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York - 66,300.00 - 103,400.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
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Entry Level Vendor Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level vendor manager job?
Focus on coursework, internships, or project experience that shows you can coordinate suppliers, track deliverables, and communicate across teams. Employers hiring at this level look for strong organization skills, familiarity with procurement basics, and attention to contract terms. A resume that highlights any purchasing, logistics, or operations exposure, even from a campus role or part-time work, will stand out.
Which companies hire entry level vendor managers?
Companies hiring entry level vendor managers right now include Regions Bank, Deloitte, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Retail, technology, and manufacturing employers tend to hire at this level most actively, particularly teams scaling their supply chain or vendor operations and looking to bring in junior talent to grow with the function.
Are there remote entry level vendor manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain common at this level. About 43% of entry level vendor manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, meaning candidates outside major metro areas still have realistic options. Hybrid arrangements are especially common at larger companies that want new hires in-office part of the week for onboarding and team integration.
Are these new grad vendor manager jobs?
Yes. Many of the listings included here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as sufficient, accepts internship or academic project work, or mentions that it will train the right candidate. Recent graduates with coursework in supply chain, business, or operations are a strong fit.
Which industries hire the most entry level vendor managers?
Entry Level vendor manager roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Accounting & Auditing, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to manage large, multi-vendor supply chains or procurement pipelines, creating consistent demand for junior professionals who can support sourcing, compliance tracking, and vendor relationship coordination from day one.