Category Analyst
Chewy · Plantation · $68,500–$102,500 (stated in the posting)
Job Description:
Our Opportunity:
Chewy is hiring an analytical Category Analyst for our headquarters in Plantation, FL. The successful candidate will own category performance, strategic projects, and on-boarding of vendor partners, including negotiating business terms and assortment strategy. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal & written communication skills, strong attention to detail, absorb information & experiences quickly and apply learnings, and the ability to analyze & communicate complex problems to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be flexible, creative, persuasive, analytical, solution-oriented, and able to drive negotiations through to completion. Keys to success also include strong ownership values, founder’s mentality, a passion for innovation, a desire to win, and hustle.
What You'll Do:
- Maximize product category sales, by leading on-boarding of vendor partners to maximize selection
- Lead strategic projects and develop process improvements to improve efficiency and performance of the team
- Integrate analysis and business instincts into a cohesive category strategy and/or project road map
- Conduct research, collect and process economic and statistical data, monitor economic trends, analyze data, and develop forecasts for our online business
- Work cross-functionally with supply chain, private label, finance, catalog and product teams
What You'll Need:
- Completion of a BS/BA degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce or related analytical area
- Interest and internship experience in eCommerce, buying, account management, product management, category management, consulting, analytics, finance or marketing
- 1+ years in eCommerce, buying, account management, product management, category management, consulting, analytics, finance or marketing
- Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills (Excel, SQL)
- This position may require travel
Bonus:
- Experience in Excel/SQL
- The ability to use both formal and informal influencing skills across Chewy’s cross-matrix organization
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects - prioritization, planning and task delegation
- Track record of taking ownership and driving results (projects, internships, or work experience)
- Demonstrated ability to work & lead in a team environment
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 CAAR@chewy.com.