Manager, Demand Planning, Business and Strategy

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: Design and execute demand planning strategies to optimize inventory performance and productivity.
• Leadership: Lead a team to implement solutions tailored to business strategies and needs. Ability to strongly collaborate and influence cross-functional teams.
• Vendor Relationship Management: Serve as primary point of contact with Relex regarding upgrades, new modules, and other value development items. Attend special interest groups, remain active in Relex community, and participate in new feature beta testing.
• Data Analysis: Develop and leverage advanced analytics tools to analyze trends, monitor KPIs, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Innovation: Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and technologies to drive innovation in demand planning methodologies.
• Change Management: Facilitate the adoption of demand planning tools and processes across organizations, providing training and support as needed. Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) on any value development or new feature.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to provide feedback, guidance and influence enhancements to current processes utilizing systemic demand planning solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Data Science, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or a related domain, preferably in retail or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of demand forecasting models and statistical analysis.
• Expertise in using demand planning software.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with machine learning or AI-based forecasting techniques.
• Experience with BI tools such as Snowflake (EDW) and Looker
• Proficient in writing and debugging SQL code
• Expertise with RELEX or comparable demand planning software
• Industry certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar

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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.

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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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