Category Manager

Chewy•Plantation, FL

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly driven, business-minded Category Manager to own the end-to-end performance of our Freeze Dried and Air Dried Dog Food categories. This role carries full accountability for P&L, growth strategy, and execution, spanning merchandising, marketing, and operational levers. In this role, you’ll operate at the intersection of analytics, vendor partnerships, and ecommerce execution, with high visibility and a direct impact on revenue growth and customer experience. This is an opportunity to think and act like a General Manager, not just a functional contributor. If you’re energized by ownership, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to scale a business within a customer-obsessed, high-growth company, this role is built for you.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in category management, brand management, or similar commercial roles
Strong blend of analytical skills, business ownership, and vendor interaction
Experience in ecommerce, retail, or related category environments
Demonstrated business acumen across pricing, assortment, promotions, and P&L ownership
Proven ability to manage vendors across a variety of business sizes (head, torso, and tail), and allocate time and resources accordingly
Data-driven mindset with a track record of turning insights into action
Success operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Nice To Haves

Experience scaling new or emerging brands or categories
Exposure to supply chain, forecasting, and inventory planning
Track record of launching new products or go-to-market strategies
Background in tech-enabled retail (e.g., marketplaces, DTC)
Strong operator mindset—able to execute, not just strategize
Comfort with ambiguity and using data to guide decisions
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment
Demonstrated success in growing revenue or improving category performance

Responsibilities

Own category P&L and performance against sales, margin, and growth targets; manage budgets, forecasts, and corrective action plans.
Develop and execute strategies across pricing, assortment, promotions, and merchandising
Analyze category, brand, SKU, and customer performance to identify growth opportunities, diagnose business gaps, and prioritize investment.
Build and manage vendor relationships, including negotiations and joint business planning. Lead business review performance and share actionable recommendations.
Partner cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and operations to deliver results
Identify and launch new products or initiatives to accelerate category growth
Continuously optimize the customer experience while driving commercial outcomes