At Chewy, we strive to become the most trusted and convenient online destination for pet parents and our partners - vets and service providers - alike. Our success is measured by the happiness of the people and pets we serve, not simply by the amount of pet supplies we deliver. That's why we continue to think of outside-the-Chewy-box ways to delight, surprise, and thank our committed pet lovers.
The Buyer I is responsible for managing all non-inventory procurement activities that support Chewy's Fulfillment Centers. This role ensures materials are sourced, stocked, and delivered on time while maintaining strong vendor relationships, strict cost controls, and full compliance with procurement and safety standards. The Buyer partners closely with Finance, Operations, and suppliers to keep the network running efficiently with uninterrupted supply availability.
What You'll Do:
- Oversee end-to-end non-inventory procurement for Chewy Fulfillment Centers.
- Manage purchasing for a range of indirect categories including corrugate, shipping materials, consumables, and other non-inventory supplies.
- Develop an ABC stocking strategy for non-inventory materials and execute weekly planning to maintain appropriate stock levels that meet Days on Hand (DOH) targets.
- Lead daily non-inventory counts and maintain accurate records across shared procurement systems.
- Enter, track, and manage purchase requests to ensure timely, accurate ordering and delivery of all non-inventory items.
- Monitor vendor performance, escalate issues to Procurement leadership, and support resolution of contract or service-level challenges.
- Work closely with Finance and Operations to ensure compliance with budget targets, identify cost variances, and support corrective action planning when deviations occur.
- Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, financial controls, and all safety requirements.
- Provide visibility to weekly delivery schedules and oversee safe offloading and stocking of non-inventory materials.
- Maintain well-organized, safe, and compliant non-inventory staging areas aligned with 6S standards.
- Represent Procurement in site management meetings, Gemba walks, and 6S building audits.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
- 3+ years of procurement, supply chain, or buying experience in a high-volume operational environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate Excel required.
- Strong understanding of indirect procurement and inventory management practices.
- Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP platforms, and spreadsheet analysis.
- Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment with high attention to detail.
Bonus:
- Experience in a fulfillment center, distribution, or logistics environment.
- Familiarity with 6S, lean processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Comfortable working in a pet-friendly environment.
Why Chewy?
At Chewy, we're on a mission to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents everywhere. We take pride in our unique culture and commitment to our Operating Principles- Customer First, Operate at Depth, and Earn Trust. Join us and be part of a passionate, agile, and innovative team making a difference every day.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [email protected].
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Who We Are Chewy is where pet parents find everything they need for life with pets, from food to fun to pharmacy. We make pet care easier, more informed, and more joyful through fast, reliable delivery and award-winning 24/7 Customer Care, including access to pet health support when it’s needed. Founded in 2011, Chewy combines the convenience of online shopping with a high-touch, personalized experience built around the real moments of pet parenthood. Our Mission Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. What We Do We support pet parents through the highs, lows, and everyday moments of the pet parenting journey with: • Pet food, treats, and daily essentials • Supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, equine, and small pets • Pharmacy and veterinary services, including prescriptions and medications • Pet wellness and health products • Autoship for convenient recurring deliveries • Chewy+, our premium membership offering exclusive savings, faster delivery, and personalized pet care benefits • 24/7/365 customer support from knowledgeable, pet-loving experts What Makes Chewy Different Chewy is known for industry-leading service, deep personalization, and our customer-obsessed culture. We combine trust, convenience, and care, and pet parents come to us for: • Exceptional customer care • Human- and pet-centered product and experience design • Fast, dependable fulfillment across a nationwide operations network • A mission-driven culture built on empathy, trust, and passion for pets Our Culture Chewy’s culture is built for people who thrive on ownership, innovation, and impact. We value curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement across all our teams. We empower Team Members—our Chewtopians—to learn, grow, and unleash their full potential in a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven environment. How We Work Chewy’s Operating Principles guide how we think, innovate, collaborate, and execute. These principles shape our character, decision-making, and approach to delivering results while connecting our people and culture in support of our mission. Where We Work Chewy headquarters: Plantation, FL, and Boston, MA Additional hubs: Bellevue, WA, and Minneapolis, MN
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