Analyst, Strategic Vendor Management

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. Duties & Responsibilities: Data Analysis and Reporting: Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to business performance, market trends, and competitive landscape. Create and maintain dashboards and reports to track progress against strategic goals and transformation initiatives. Research and Insights: Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify best practices and emerging trends relevant to the organization’s strategy. Prepare presentations and reports summarizing findings and recommendations for stakeholders. Project Support: Assist in the planning and execution of strategic initiatives and transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Collaborate with project teams to monitor project timelines, deliverables, and outcomes. Stakeholder Engagement: Support communication efforts with internal and external stakeholders to foster understanding and buy-in for strategic initiatives. Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather insights and feedback from cross-functional teams. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies within the organization. Support the implementation of change management strategies to ensure the successful adoption of new processes and practices. Performance Tracking: Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the success of strategic initiatives. Monitor and report on performance outcomes, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. Minimum qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Experience: 2-4 years of experience in strategy analysis, business analysis, management consulting, or a related field. Skills: Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI). Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly. Strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities. Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools is required. 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.