Amazon Vendor Specialist

Parkside Recruitment

  • Greater London
  • £35,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Our client based in West Drayton is looking for an Amazon Specialist - Growth-Focused Marketplace Manager to join their team.Amazon Platforms: Vendor Central & Seller CentralOur client is a fast-growing, UK-based business specialising in licensed children's products, distributed primarily through retail partners. With a strong foothold in physical retail, we are now investing in growing our Amazon division into a major direct-to-consumer (D2C) revenue channel. This is a key strategic role for someone who thrives in building and scaling e-commerce marketplaces from the ground up.Role Overview:Our client is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Amazon Specialist to lead our marketplace expansion, with a strong emphasis on building, optimising, and scaling our Amazon UK and international presence (Vendor and Seller Central). You will be given full ownership of our Amazon strategy-from content to advertising to fulfilment-and will play a critical role in transforming a small Amazon operation into a core part of our growth strategy.Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive Amazon strategy across Vendor Central and Seller Central.
  • Launch and scale D2C Amazon operations in the UK, and expand into Europe and the US where appropriate.
  • Manage PPC campaigns across Amazon Advertising and external platforms (Google Shopping, Meta Ads) to maximise ROI and brand reach.
  • Lead all aspects of marketplace operations including SEO-optimised product listings, A+ content, fulfilment coordination (FBA & 3PL), pricing strategy, and promotional planning.
  • Own and manage advertising budgets, with accountability for ROAS and revenue targets.
  • Analyse data to drive decisions on inventory planning, campaign performance, and new product opportunities.
  • Collaborate with design, logistics, and licensing teams to ensure product availability, compliance, and brand alignment.
  • Stay ahead of Amazon's evolving algorithms, tools, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Build and mentor a future e-commerce team as the Amazon channel grows.
What they are looking for:
  • Proven success launching and scaling Amazon marketplaces (Vendor/Seller) with a track record of 20%+ YoY growth.
  • Deep understanding of Amazon's ecosystem, including PPC, SEO, Buy Box dynamics, listing optimisation, A/B testing, and inventory planning.
  • Highly data-driven and results-focused, with experience managing six-figure advertising budgets and delivering strong ROAS.
  • Experience working with or leading cross-functional and international teams, including marketing, logistics, and content.
  • Familiarity with tools like Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Amazon Brand Analytics, and external paid media platforms (Google, Meta).
  • Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, high-trust environment with a clear commercial focus.
  • Bonus: Experience in licensed consumer goods or children's products.
Qualifications & Certifications (Preferred but not required):
  • Google Analytics, Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Display) certifications
  • Proven knowledge of D2C growth strategies across multiple international marketplaces
  • Degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

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