Senior Merchandise Planner

Want to help pets live their best lives?

We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. 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 and people.

• Pet First - Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun - Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Let's Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years - from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood - the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we're here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

The Senior Merchandise Planner is a strategic partner to the buying and merchandising teams, responsible for driving financial performance through effective planning, forecasting, and inventory management. This role requires a deep understanding of niche customer segments, seasonal trends, and product lifecycle management to ensure optimal assortment and profitability across channels.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and manage financial plans by department, class, and channel to achieve sales, margin, and inventory goals
• Lead pre-season and in-season planning, including open-to-buy (OTB), assortment strategy, and promotional cadence
• Analyze historical data, market trends, and customer insights to inform future strategies

Inventory Optimization

• Oversee inventory flow and ensure alignment with sales forecasts and promotional plans
• Identify risks and opportunities in stock levels, recommending actions such as reorders, markdowns, or transfers
• Partner with allocation and supply chain teams to ensure timely and accurate product distribution

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sell-through, turn, margin, and ROI
• Deliver weekly/monthly business reviews with actionable insights and recommendations
• Support pricing and promotional strategies to maximize profitability and customer engagement

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, store operations, and e-commerce teams to align on business objectives
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to team development and process improvement
• Act as a thought leader in planning meetings, driving innovation and best practices

Skills & Qualifications

• Strategic Thinking:Ability to translate data into actionable business strategies
• Analytical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Excel and planning tools (e.g., JDA, SAP, Oracle)
• Communication:Strong presentation and collaboration skills across departments
• Retail Acumen:Deep understanding of specialty retail dynamics and customer behavior
• Leadership: Experience mentoring and influencing cross-functional teams

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in merchandise planning, preferably in specialty or omnichannel retail
• Proven track record of driving financial results and leading planning initiatives

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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.

Salary Range: $88,800.00 - $133,200.00

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. 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

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.

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