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 highly motivated Procurement Manager III with strong expertise in sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations. In this role, you will own a transportation procurement category and be responsible for driving all aspects of sourcing, vendor management, and procurement strategy. This position plays a critical role in optimizing spend, developing vendor partnerships, and building a long-term sourcing roadmap to support Chewy's strategic growth. This role requires a proven track record in procurement best practices, vendor lifecycle management, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing, along with strong analytical skills to guide data-driven decisions.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and execute multi-year category and sub-category sourcing strategies, managing a pipeline of contracts and leading end-to-end sourcing for large, complex, and high-visibility deals.
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for large, complex, and high-visibility deals, applying strong commercial and financial acumen.
- Establish and execute negotiation strategies for major contracts, driving outcomes across pricing, terms, service levels, and risk mitigation.
- Drive supplier management through structured MBRs and QBRs, including scorecards, service levels, forecast alignment, and corrective actions.
- Conduct advanced financial and market analysis, including total cost of ownership, consumption forecasting, benchmarking, and identification of key cost drivers and savings levers.
- Partner closely with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning, incorporating market trends, supplier pricing cycles, and demand signals.
- Engage and influence cross-functional stakeholders through clear, data-driven insights, aligning on sourcing strategies, supplier decisions, and procurement priorities.
- Translate complex data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.
- Foster long-term strategic relationships with suppliers and internal teams to drive value creation.
- Domestic travel as needed.
What You'll Need:
- 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and procurement.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement category and negotiation strategies.
- Proven success in supplier lifecycle management, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management.
- Strong analytical and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate-to-advanced Excel required.
- Experience running competitive RFP processes and structuring vendor agreements.
- BA/BS required; MBA preferred. Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) are a plus.
Bonus:
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration.
- Experience in International Imports and Ocean Freight.
- Deep understanding of sourcing processes, supplier lifecycle management, and category strategy.
- Project management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent)
- Experience with process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean)
- Comfort 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.
The base salary range for this role is $118,500 - $189,500.00.
- 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
- 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and procurement
- Experience developing and implementing category and negotiation strategies
- Experience with supplier lifecycle management, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management
- Strong analytical and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and intermediate-to-advanced Excel
- Experience running competitive RFP processes and structuring vendor agreements
- Bachelor's degree in any field
- MBA
- Professional procurement certification such as CPSM or CIPS
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration
- Experience in international imports and ocean freight
- Project management certification such as PMP or CAPM
- Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean
What the Team is Saying
Chewy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Chewy ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Chewy approaches compensation through a total rewards strategy that combines salary, bonuses, equity opportunities, healthcare benefits, employee discounts, and career growth opportunities. The company emphasizes supporting employees across ecommerce, healthcare, pharmacy, customer service, technology, and fulfillment operations while competing for talent in both retail and tech markets.
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities: Chewy offers market-based compensation packages that may include salary, performance bonuses, commissions, and equity depending on role and level. Built In also notes benefits such as relocation assistance, employee discounts, and bonus opportunities across multiple teams and functions.
- Healthcare and wellness support: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, disability coverage, telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellbeing programs. Chewy also offers wellness-focused resources designed to support employees physically, mentally, and financially.
- Retirement and financial wellbeing: Employees receive 401(k) plans with company matching along with financial wellness resources and broader support programs. Benefits are designed to support both short-term needs and long-term financial planning.
- Pet-focused and family-oriented benefits: Chewy offers pet insurance discounts, employee discounts on Chewy products, parental leave, fertility support, family-focused benefits, and caregiving resources. The company’s benefits package is closely aligned with its pet-focused identity and customer mission.
- Flexibility and workplace support: Corporate employees may have access to hybrid work arrangements, flexible scheduling, commuter benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing initiatives. Employees also cite supportive managers and collaborative teams as important parts of the broader employee value proposition.
- Long-term career investment: Compensation is reinforced through career growth opportunities, mentorship, leadership development, cross-functional learning, and exposure to large-scale ecommerce, automation, healthcare, and logistics initiatives. Employees often describe growth opportunities as an important part of the overall company experience.
- External signals: Comparably reports that 70% of employee reviews are positive overall. Employees frequently highlight healthcare benefits, employee discounts, coworkers, and growth opportunities as strengths of the company experience. (Glassdoor; Comparably)
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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. • Put Customers First • Act as an Owner • Deliver Results • Earn Trust • Debate Openly; Commit Fully • Operate in the Details • Shape the Future 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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