Our Opportunity:
Chewy is currently recruiting Procurement Manager reporting to the Associate Director, Procurement at our headquarters in Boston, MA. Chewy is one of the fastest-growing e-commerce enterprises around and is rapidly disrupting the traditional pet specialty channels. We are centered on our three company values: (1) Wow the Customer, (2) Keep it Simple, and (3) Grow. As a Category/Sourcing Manager, you will lead an indirect procurement sub-category and be responsible for managing all sourcing, contracting, supplier management and other procurement activities within the sub-category (HR, Legal, Finance as examples). This leadership role is instrumental in managing spend for the organization and developing partnerships with internal/external resources. This is an opportunity to demonstrate stewardship in optimizing Chewy’s spend and its supplier relationships.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop strategies for the sub-category and manage the pipeline of projects (new and renewals).
- Lead sourcing activities within the category and responsible for the end-to-end procurement strategies of medium – large sized deals (~100K-$1M) with varying complexity.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (cross-functional) and advise on procurement practices, providing expertise, support and guidance at all stages of the procurement cycle.
- Lead negotiations within your respective sub-category.
- Manage suppliers and monitor contract performance.
- Review specifications, analyze market, and select potential suppliers, lead the RFx process, analyze prices/quality expectations/delivery dates/terms, negotiate prices and terms, and award suppliers.
- Analyze spend and other data while also conducting regular market benchmarking.
- Responsible for developing content for monthly procurement business reviews with internal stakeholders.
- Foster and develop relationships with multiple departments, business partners and vendors/suppliers.
- Build and analyze pricing models based on stakeholders’ requirements in collaboration with Finance.
- Transform multiple and complex streams of information into simple, clear and concise terms to be presented to stakeholders.
- Domestic travel as needed.
What You'll Need:
- 2-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category, and procurement. Global experience a plus.
- Demonstrate ability to create a category and negotiation strategy.
- Ability to work with cross functional teams in a global, complex, changing environment to deliver value-driven results.
- Strong negotiation and contracting experience.
- Prefer experience in negotiating technology agreements
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills to be able to work on multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Intermediate to Advanced level Excel proficiency.
- Experience running competitive request for proposals (RFPs).
- BA or BS required; MBA preferred. Procurement Certifications are a plus.
Chewy is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. 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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What We Do
We view pets and pet parents as family and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction. Behind the scenes, our talented teams are made up of innovators, delighters, big-thinkers and of course, passionate pet people—creating a place where you'll be empowered to build, grow and unleash your fullest potential.
We don’t just stand by our company mission—we’re obsessed with it. We seek to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. And we’re constantly finding new ways to do just that.
At Chewy, we understand pet parenthood is full of joyful highs and anxious lows. That’s why we’re here, standing alongside pet parents, providing everything their pets need for a happy, healthy life. We’re a leading online source for pet products, supplies, and prescriptions. We offer a broad selection of high-quality products and services at competitive prices with an exceptional level of customer care and a personal touch.
Since launching in 2011, we’ve combined the personalized service of your neighborhood pet store with the convenience and speed of e-commerce. We pride ourselves on being the only brand available 24/7/365 to support pet parents throughout their journey.
We have a rich history of being recognized for our deep care and personalization while going above and beyond for our customers and their pets.
We view pets and their people as more than just customers and look forward to meeting their needs and exceeding expectations through every interaction. With Chewy, no one pet-parents alone.
Our culture is for those who thrive on delivering results and becoming your best—no matter your role or location. At Chewy, our Operating Principles serve as a common language, or framework, that connects two of Chewy's most valuable elements—our people and our culture. The Operating Principles guide our character, capabilities, imagination, and methods for execution in support of our company's mission.
Why Work With Us
We're proud to be one of the fastest growing e-commerce companies of all time.
With growth comes the exciting opportunity to be a part of a world-class organization of engineering, product, and design team members, responsible for driving our latest innovations and designing "out-of-the Chewy box" experiences.
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