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Hi there! Interviewing w/Amazon for a non-tech role (Associate Category Manager aka Associate Buyer) and was asked what my salary requirements are for base+bonus+equity. Can anyone share insight on what Amazonians make in this role. I have 4 YOE and glassdoor is not very helpful.
Any feedback is appreciated 🙏 Amazon
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I haven’t had to take a paycut yet, but I am thinking about it. I guess a couple of things to reflect on - do you currently have others depending on you for a salary? How much less would the paycut be? Do you have some savings for emergencies? I’m starting to believe less in linear career paths and more in following curiosity, being aligned with purpose & exploration
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Those are excellent questions to ask myself. That’s what makes it difficult - I have kiddos depending on me. So it’s a higher risk. I’m going to think on all of that.
I haven’t yet but curious to see other stories
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Some good stories so far!
I haven't and have no intention of doing so. Having said that, I am currently employed, so there's no reason for me to. If I was out of work in this market, I'd quickly accept less than what I made at my last job just to get out of unemployment.
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That’s a good point. I’m feeling stuck in my position. They say they want to promote me, but they don’t have enough work for me to prove I’m “worthy” of it. I see they’re rearranging our team though (new manager and who we report to). So, I’m needing some back up plan and it’s really a dead end job, to be honest
I took one once, to move into another career path. Don’t regret it!
Not too long, as I knew I didn’t want to do what I was doing long term. So against that backdrop, the newness, curiosity and learning of the new path were pretty cool. I was in my twenties though, no kids yet, so that helped.
I haven’t but I would be willing to if it meant I could live where I wanted and if the opportunity had more chance for advancement or if the company culture seemed better.
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That’s definitely a good goal to have. I don’t think I have a chance to grow in my current position. I’d have to find a new job.
I took a pay cut when I moved into another field. It was worth it because I wanted to get out of IT and into healthcare. I now make more money than I was making before and I am much happier. Sometimes taking a pay cut is worth it.
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That’s a story I want too!! I’m really struggling with the idea though. Glad it turned out great for you.