Demand Planning Manager

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, working together across 1,500+ pet care centers, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics, eight distribution centers and two support centers.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop high performing teams by setting priorities and work direction, providing training and guidance to build skill proficiency, a continuous improvement mindset, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

• Communicate effectively through staff meetings, one-on-ones, and cross-functional meetings.

• Actively participate in talent planning, talent management, and recruiting efforts.

• Lead Category Inventory Planning and Execution by setting goals, approving orders, and regularly leading review processes.

• Build vendor relationships and integrated supply chain solutions. Drive vendor compliance and performance.

• Regularly and effectively collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Merchants, Operations, Space Management, Retail, and Demand Planning Operations.

• Drive and reinforce enterprise-wide initiatives, including transformation initiatives.

• Build and execute category strategy.

• Lead Category Financial Management by setting annual goals and budget.

• Effectively navigate the room by influencing others to drive results.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Business Analytics, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.

• 4-6 years in diverse Demand Planning or directly related role.

• Minimum 2 years leadership experience supervising a team

• Proven track record driving and delivering results.

• Proficiency using Demand Planning software systems and Inventory Management tools.

• Knowledge of Supply Chain principles, Logistics, Retail Operations.

• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong analytical, forecasting, problem solving, and detail orientation. Financial acumen. Ability to propose and implement innovative solutions.

• Strong ability to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights.

• Technical proficiency in MS Office, including demonstratable skills in databases, spreadsheets, and presentation of insights in PowerPoint.

• Demonstrated planning, organization, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Comfortable with ambiguity, tight deadlines, and a fast-paced environment.

• Experience fostering relationships, influencing others, and working effectively with cross-functional teams to drive results.

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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.

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.

$119,300.00 - $178,900.00

/ year

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

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