Sr. Buyer, Merchandise

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people!

If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, people and our planet.

• We love all pets like our own
• We’re the future of the pet industry
• We’re here to improve lives
• We drive outstanding results together
• We’re welcome as we are
  
  

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500 pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250 Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We’re focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and implement a comprehensive product assortment strategy aligned with the company's goals, market trends, and customer preferences.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for assortment expansion or optimization.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current vendors and potential new suppliers, negotiating terms, pricing, and promotional support to achieve favorable buying conditions.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery, quality control, and compliance with contractual agreements.
• Lead the creation of purchase plans that balance demand forecasts, inventory levels, and sales targets, considering factors such as seasonality and product lifecycle.
• Monitor and adjust purchase orders to align with changing market conditions and consumer demand.
• Oversee inventory levels across various sales channels, working closely with inventory analysts to prevent stockouts and minimize overstock situations.
• Develop strategies to effectively manage clearance and slow-moving inventory.
• Collaborate with the merchandise planning, marketing, and e-commerce teams to ensure alignment of buying strategies with overall business objectives.
• Communicate assortment plans, promotional activities, and product launches to relevant stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior to inform buying decisions and identify emerging market opportunities.
• Analyze sales performance and recommend adjustments to product offerings or pricing strategies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior buying team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Lead by example in demonstrating effective negotiation skills, vendor relationship management, and strategic decision-making.
  
  

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Proven track record as a successful buyer, with several years of experience in retail procurement, ideally experience with omni-channel buying.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, trends, and sales metrics to drive buying decisions.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience in vendor relationship management.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated effective cross-functional leadership .
• In-depth understanding of the retail industry, market dynamics, and consumer behavior.
  
  

Note: Current responsibilities are impacted by company and team priorities that may have evolved from what is displayed in the Workday job profile. The description provides general job duties and requirements, but the partner’s manager may assign additional responsibilities or tasks depending on business needs.

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Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

Salary Range: $88,800.00 - $133,200.00

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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