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This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to build a solid foundation in eCommerce, retail, vendor management, and category operations. You'll work alongside experienced Category Managers, partner with teams across the business, and gain exposure to how products move from vendor to customer at one of the fastest-growing online retailers.\nAs a Category Specialist, you'll help keep categories running smoothly by supporting vendor onboarding, product setup, promotions, assortment updates, category reporting, and issue resolution. You'll often serve as a key point of contact for vendors or act as a functional expert on a specific focus area, while partnering with internal teams to ensure operational excellence and a great customer experience.\nIf you're organized, curious, detail-oriented, and excited to solve problems in a fast-paced environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career and make pet parents happy. 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