Our Opportunity:
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.
We are seeking a motivated Procurement Manager I to support sourcing, supplier management, and contracting activities across indirect spend categories: Legal, Brand Merchandise & Promotional Products, Operational Supplies, and Tech. In this role, you will execute sourcing events, manage supplier interactions, and support day-to-day procurement operations for purchases while ensuring efficient execution and compliance with procurement processes. You will help maintain supplier performance, identify cost savings opportunities through data analysis and benchmarking, and partner with cross-functional teams and Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and sourcing decisions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively, and operate within established procurement frameworks.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and execute sub-category sourcing strategies, supporting a pipeline of contracts and renewals for small to medium size purchases.
- Lead and/or support sourcing activities for small to medium scale deals, including RFx execution, supplier evaluation, and award recommendations.
- Support negotiation and execution of contracts for small to medium engagements, including pricing, terms, and service levels, in partnership with senior team members as needed.
- Conduct market research, benchmarking, and spend analysis to identify cost savings opportunities and support sourcing decisions.
- Build and maintain basic pricing models and cost comparisons using templates and standard tools to support fact-based negotiations.
- Partner with Finance to provide inputs into budgeting and forecasting, aligning on cost drivers, pricing changes, and negotiation strategies.
- Interact with suppliers to request quotes, confirm lead times, and manage day-to-day procurement activities, escalating risks or issues as appropriate.
- Manage transactional supplier relationships for assigned categories, monitoring performance, pricing changes, and supply risks.
- Support supplier performance management, including contributing to light-touch business reviews and tracking basic service level metrics.
- Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders, providing routine updates and supporting procurement execution across the sourcing lifecycle.
- Translate basic data and analysis into clear insights to support decision-making and sourcing recommendations.
- Apply procurement processes and tools consistently, exercising judgment within defined guidelines and escalating when needed.
- Travel domestically as needed.
What You'll Need:
- Minimum of 2 years procurement experience and knowledge of procurement methodologies, tools, and practices.
- Foundational understanding of procurement or sourcing processes, with exposure to RFx events, supplier interactions, or contract basics.
- Ability to support negotiations and supplier discussions for small to medium purchases, with guidance as needed.
- Demonstrate expertise in negotiating technology deals (software, hardware, SaaS, etc...).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data, perform basic comparisons, and identify pricing or cost trends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools; comfortable working with spreadsheets, templates, and data sets.
- Solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Clear communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- Willingness to learn procurement practices, supplier management, and contract fundamentals in a fast-paced environment.
- BA/BS required; focus in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
Bonus:
- Experience in the supply chain or procurement industry.
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration.
- Understanding of sourcing processes, supplier lifecycle management, and category strategy.
- Comfort working in a pet-friendly environment.
The base salary range for this role is $91,500 - $146,000.00.
- The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant. C08+ positions may also be eligible for annual bonus.
We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com.
Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
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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Skills Required
- Minimum of 2 years procurement experience
- Foundational understanding of procurement or sourcing processes
- Ability to support negotiations for small to medium purchases
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools
- BA/BS required; focus in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field preferred
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What We Do
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
Why Work With Us
Why You Should Work at Chewy Chewy is a unique, fast-growing e-commerce and tech leader where builders, creators, and problem-solvers shape the future of pet care. Our teams drive innovation in a mission-driven culture that creates real impact for pets and the people who love them.
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