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About the position
PetSmart is a retailer unlike any other; we don't just sell products, we provide solutions that foster happy and healthy homes for pets and pet parents. Our Assistant Store Manager lead the operations through that lens and oversee all aspects of our retail store - from head to tail! In a store as big as ours, we need all hands (and paws, wings and fins!) on deck to ensure we are operating efficiently. So, as an Assistant Store Manager, you'll help lead the team in the following areas: Associate Leadership: As a leader in the store, you'll help to hire and train new associates on all things PetSmart! You'll engage with and motivate them to continue to grow their skills and knowledge throughout their career. Pet Parent Engagement: You'll work with your teams to build strong relationships with our pet parents and pets and ensure their safety and well-being within the store. This also includes taking care of our live pets and ensuring our store is stocked with merchandise. Overall Retail Initiatives: In partnership with your Store Manager, you'll execute on all strategic merchandising initiatives, drive sales, and set standards of success within our retail store.
Responsibilities
- Hire and train new associates on all things PetSmart.
- Engage with and motivate associates to grow their skills and knowledge.
- Build strong relationships with pet parents and ensure their safety and well-being.
- Take care of live pets and ensure the store is stocked with merchandise.
- Execute on all strategic merchandising initiatives in partnership with the Store Manager.
- Drive sales and set standards of success within the retail store.
Requirements
- Experience in retail management or a similar role.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to engage with customers and build relationships.
- Knowledge of pet care and products is a plus.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a pet-related retail environment.
- Previous experience in training and developing staff.
- Familiarity with merchandising and sales strategies.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Experience in different business units.
- Leadership development programs.
- Transfer opportunities to any of the 1600 stores nationwide.
