Category Specialist

Our Opportunity

Chewy is hiring a Category Specialists that will support our Category Management team based in Plantation, FL. As the Category Specialists you will support specific categories, managing vendor tickets to resolution, setting up and performing promotions, adding new vendors, adding new SKU's, and new assortments to Chewy's onboarding. The Category Specialist will often be the first point of contact for our vendors so it will be critical to deliver high-quality, thoughtful service to our valued partners. This role is uniquely positioned to directly craft our vendor and customer experiences, ultimately contributing to the Chewy brand.

Implement and deliver priorities in an organized manner and according to service level agreements (SLAs). You will consistently deliver routine tasks that support broader category strategies and maintain vendor relationships through meaningful interactions. You will exercise your strong interpersonal skills, detailed attention, and the ability to absorb information and experiences quickly. Working well with both internal and external partners, you will thrive in our ambitious but flexible environment where approach-focused ideas and a customer-focused demeanor are highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a career path in Category Management and will develop your analytical rigor, negotiation skills, and understanding of P&L ownership in a dynamic environment. 

What You'll Do

- Resolve vendor tickets on a daily/weekly basis in line with our SLAs
- Set up and implement promotions as per category manager direction
- Ensure new vendors and new SKUs are onboarded according to SLAs; troubleshoot issues and advance as vital
- Work cross-functionally with supply chain, private label, finance, catalog, and promotion teams
- Collaborate with other teams to ensure a cohesive strategy and flawless execution
- Analyze category performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
- Maintain strict adherence to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and efficiency

What You'll Need

- Completion of a BS/BA degree desired
- 0-1+ years of experience with a preference in e-commerce, buying, account management, product management, category management, operations, analytics, finance, or marketing
- Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills (Excel, SQL is a plus)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A self-starter with a bias for action and attention to detail
- Proven time management, data analysis, and interpersonal leadership skills

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