Job Description

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 Sourcing Analyst supports strategic sourcing initiatives for Owned Brand through strong analytical, operational, and project management skills. This role spans the full sourcing lifecycle—from item setup and vendor onboarding to data analysis and procurement reporting—while partnering cross-functionally to ensure flawless execution. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in managing large sets of data, documentation, and system records to ensure accuracy and compliance. They excel at maintaining orderly workflows, tracking information across multiple platforms, and providing clear, well-organized insights that support vendor partnerships, sourcing decisions, and operational efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Onboarding & Item Maintenance

• Own item creation and maintenance across systems— ensuring data integrity and alignment across functions.
• Monitor sourcing-related data accuracy, including vendor attributes, item costs, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with Vendor Operations to onboard suppliers and manage vendor documentation and contact lists.

Reporting & Analytics

• Pull, analyze, and interpret data to identify sourcing trends, cost-saving opportunities, and vendor performance metrics.
• Build and manage user-friendly dashboards and analytics reports that illuminate key trends, improve operational efficiency, and support sourcing decisions.
• Provide cost analysis and scenario modeling to support vendor negotiations and financial planning.
• Track and analyze commodity trends that impact product categories and costing strategies.
• Prepare and deliver ad-hoc analyses and reports in response to business needs.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with the Owned Brand Sourcing team to optimize sourcing effectiveness through data-driven insights and operational support.
• Act as a liaison between Sourcing, Item Operations, Product Development, Merchandising, Inventory Planning, and Vendors to align on item readiness, timelines, and data accuracy.

Perform other related, tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned and directed.

Required Skills Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, analytics, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, business analysis, or supply chain operations.
• Excellent organization and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask with a high sense of urgency.
• Effective communicator with experience collaborating across departments and geographies.
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn and navigate internal systems quickly.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Proactive problem-solving and follow-through
• Effective cross-functional communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable managing complexity in a fast-paced environment

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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