Exotic Pets Merchandising Leader

7 days ago


Bellevue, Washington, United States Chewy Full time
Overview

Chewy is a fast-paced e-commerce company that prioritizes delivering exceptional customer and partner experiences. Our Exotics merchandising team is seeking a dedicated Senior Category Manager to lead our small pet category.

Job Summary

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a passion for sales, merchandising, and leadership. As a Senior Category Manager, you will be responsible for driving growth, building strong vendor relationships, and developing strategies to recruit new customers and nurture existing ones.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the small pet category, including guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, rabbits, ferrets, fancy rats, sugar gliders, and other exotic pets
  • Establish and maintain strong partnerships with vendors, negotiating prices, costs, and terms
  • Analyze sales data, assortment gaps, and market trends to inform strategic decisions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless planning and execution
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience in small pets or related industries
  • 5+ years of comprehensive business experience in ecommerce, merchandising, retail, FMCG, or similar organizations
  • Proven track record of success in sales, merchandising, and leadership
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to influence cross-functional partners and lead multiple projects simultaneously
Benefits
  • Salary: $129,500 - $207,000 per year
  • 401(k) plan and annual equity grant
  • Diverse range of insurance options, including medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident
  • Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave
  • Flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and discounts at Chewy.com
About Us

At Chewy, we value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all Team Members. If you require an accommodation during the application process or have questions regarding your application, please contact us at HR@chewy.com.



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