Chanel Johnson

Chanel Johnson

Supply chain and Vendor Management

Amazon•Springfield, Virginia, United States

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Experience15+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Procurement and Program Management leader with experience driving strategic sourcing, category management, operational excellence, and large-scale business initiatives across Amazon's North America network. Proven track record of leading cross-functional programs, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, negotiating with suppliers, and delivering solutions that improve both business performance and customer experience.Currently leading complex food service and breakroom transformation initiatives, partnering with Procurement, Operations, Finance, Construction, Workplace Health & Safety, and external suppliers. Experienced in category strategy development, supplier relationship management, capital planning, and end-to-end program execution.Recognized for building strong stakeholder relationships, influencing across all levels of an organization, and solving ambiguous business challenges through data-driven decision making. Combines analytical expertise with operational knowledge to identify opportunities, drive continuous improvement, and execute high-impact initiatives that balance cost, quality, and customer experience.Skilled in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Program Management, Procurement Operations, Business Analytics, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization, SQL, Tableau, and Cross-Functional Leadership.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • AmazonCurrent
    Aug 2022–Present· 4 yrs 2 mos
    • Manager, Procurement, RegionalCurrent
      Jun 2025–Present
    • President, BEN@ GPO
      Oct 2023–Present
    • Multi Site Procurement Manager
      Aug 2024–Jun 2025
    • Manager, Site Procurement
      Aug 2022–Jul 2024
  • Aug 2021–Jul 2022· 11 mos
    • Manager, Retail Operations
      Aug 2021–Jul 2022
  • Mar 2015–Jun 2021· 6 yrs 3 mos
    • Assistant General Manager, Merchandising
      Mar 2016–Jun 2021
    • Acting General Manager
      Mar 2016–Aug 2016
    • Manager, Information Technology, Merchandise
      Mar 2015–Mar 2016
  • Jul 2014–Mar 2015· 8 mos
    • Lead Visual Merchandiser
      Jul 2014–Mar 2015
  • May 2011–Jul 2014· 3 yrs 2 mos
    • Department Supervisor
      Aug 2013–Jul 2014
    • Sales Advisor
      May 2011–Jul 2013

Education

BA

Merchandising and Buying Operations

Virginia Commonwealth University

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Skills & Expertise

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Internal and External CommunicationsSupplier ManagementProject ManagementAttention to DetailOrganization SkillsThird-Party Vendor ManagementProject CoordinationStrategic SourcingCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Cost SavingsSupplier PerformanceProcurementStrategic PlanningCross-functional Team LeadershipConflict ResolutionKey Performance IndicatorsDefining RequirementsSupply OperationsVendor RelationsSupplier Relationship ManagementBudget ConstraintsOperations ManagementSustainability