Business Development Manager, Amazon Creators Team

Business Development Manager, Amazon Creators Team Amazon Canada is seeking a talented, highly motivated and experienced Business Development Manager to be part of our Canadian Creator Business team. The role is based in Toronto and works out of our downtown Toronto Tech Hub five days per week. The Amazon Canada Creators Business Development Team collaborates with a large number of Canadian content creators including websites, publishers, and influencers. These creators produce original content to help customers make informed purchase decisions on Amazon. Our Creators business is an integral part of the Amazon marketing mix, bringing new customers to the site and driving existing customers to discover new products or programs, including the many benefits of Amazon Prime. As a customer‑obsessed, digital media enthusiast, you will influence and build upon the success we have had with top Canadian publishers and influencers. Using your deep knowledge of the industry and digital media landscape, and with a solution‑oriented mindset, you will identify and develop new business relationships and opportunities for Amazon and collaborate with and influence our category, deal and product teams to develop innovative programs that unlock new opportunities for Amazon and our creators. Key Job Responsibilities Manage a market segment within the Amazon Canadian Creator business Provide thought leadership and educate various internal stakeholders on customer trends and investment opportunities for growth Own KPIs, business review inputs, and Creator P&L for specific market segments Own annual Creator revenue growth objectives for specific market segments Define, identify, approach and onboard Amazon’s top strategic commerce content creators Grow and scale existing creator partnerships Drive special deal terms and negotiations with content creators to optimize growth Drive adoption of products for creators, including tools to implement effective integrations (links, API feeds, reporting tools, product feeds, etc.) Work closely with leadership and product teams to inform product roadmap and provide feedback on product requirements Partner with marketing and retail category leaders to support strategic Amazon businesses To Excel in This Role, You Will Have strong knowledge of the industry, key media players and top content creators Be comfortable taking initiative and operating with minimal direction Bring analytical horsepower and a deep curiosity about how things work Be commercially savvy and have excellent business judgment Have strong interpersonal skills and be able to influence both internal and external stakeholders, both technical and non‑technical About the Team The Creators team’s goal is to make Amazon the Earth’s most desired destination for creators (influencers, digital publishers, and more) and their content. We seek to strengthen creators’ sense of community, fandom, credibility, and provide positive feedback loops. Our Business Development team directly collaborates with strategic creators to impact and transform the way they can create and earn from us at scale. Basic Qualifications 6+ years in business development, partnership or B2B customer‑facing roles 6+ years in online marketing, e‑commerce, digital publishing or content marketing roles in Canada Experience structuring and negotiating complex agreements Expert at identifying and executing successful partnership deals and large‑scale marketing deals Highly analytical and data‑driven with a bias toward data‑based decision making Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are a must; frequent documentation for leadership updates expected Highly proficient in Excel Bachelor's degree required Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of and passion for brand strategy and digital preferred Experience working with affiliate marketing with Canadian media/content publishers Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and be resourceful in achieving success in the face of ambiguity while prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities MBA preferred 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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary for this position ranges from $99,700/year up to $166,500/year. Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. #J-18808-Ljbffr