Manager, Strategy & Transformation

Petco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Manager of Strategy & Transformation to partner with senior leadership and drive enterprise-wide transformation initiatives that shape growth and operational excellence.

The role requires a blend of strategic thinking and disciplined execution across Marketing, Merchandising, and Pharmacy, with strong change leadership and exceptional communication for executive audiences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, transformation, or corporate development.
• Experience in retail, healthcare, or consumer industries is preferred.
• Experience in post-IPO or high-growth environments is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate corporate strategy into actionable initiatives and roadmaps across business units.
• Lead cross-functional transformation programs aligned to post-IPO growth priorities.
• Identify value creation opportunities and drive measurable business outcomes.
• Manage and execute large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives spanning Marketing, Merchandising, and Pharmacy.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, milestones, and value realization frameworks.
• Prepare and deliver updates to senior executives and board-level stakeholders.

Skills

PMO experience

Change management

Executive storytelling

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree preferred

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.

About Petco

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 Manager of Strategy & Transformation will play a critical role in advancing enterprise-wide strategic initiatives. This individual will partner closely with senior leadership to drive high-impact transformation efforts across key business functions, helping to shape the company’s next phase of growth and operational excellence. This role requires a unique blend of strategic thinking, disciplined execution, and change leadership, along with the ability to influence across a complex, fast-paced organization.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy Execution

• Translate corporate strategy into actionable initiatives and roadmaps across business units
• Lead cross-functional transformation programs aligned to post-IPO growth priorities
• Identify value creation opportunities and drive measurable business outcomes

Transformation Leadership

• Manage and execute large-scale, enterprise transformation initiatives spanning Marketing, Merchandising, and Pharmacy
• Establish and monitor KPIs, milestones, and value realization frameworks
• Ensure alignment across stakeholders and maintain momentum in a dynamic environment

Project & Program Management

• Apply best-in-class enterprise project management practices to oversee multiple concurrent initiatives
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, manage risks, and ensure on-time delivery
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners where applicable

Change Management

• Design and implement structured change management strategies to support adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working
• Partner with leadership to reinforce cultural and behavioral shifts required for transformation
• Develop communication plans that clearly articulate vision, progress, and impact

Executive Communication & Influence

• Prepare and deliver clear, concise updates and recommendations to senior executives and board-level stakeholders
• Build strong relationships across functions to influence decision-making without direct authority
• Facilitate alignment and resolve competing priorities across leadership teams

Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, transformation, or corporate development, preferably within retail, healthcare, or consumer industries
• Proven track record leading enterprise-level transformation or strategic initiatives
• Experience in post-IPO or high-growth environments is strongly preferred

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong enterprise project management expertise (e.g., PMO frameworks, governance, risk management)
• Deep understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR, or similar)
• Exceptional communication skills, including executive storytelling and presentation development
• Superior influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse teams
• Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights

Leadership Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Highly collaborative with the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed organization
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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: $117,400.00 - $194,400.00

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.