Inventory Specialist

About the role

Inventory Specialist at Petco plays a key role in delivering seamless, efficient omnichannel experiences that connect our customers to the products they need, when and how they want them. The primary focus is on Ship-from-Store (SFS) and Omni Channel execution.

Responsibilities

• Support a safe, clean, and compliant Pet Care Center environment for pets, customers, and partners.
• Adhere to and promote all safety, loss prevention, and operational procedures.
• Escalate issues or concerns appropriately to the Leader on Duty.
• Provide friendly, helpful, and solution-oriented customer service when supporting the sales floor.
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture focused on shared success.
• Execute daily Ship-from-Store (SFS) operations, including accurate picking, packing, labeling, and shipping.
• Support efficient Omni Channel execution to reduce processing time through process familiarity and operational discipline.
• Aid in receiving, unloading, and stocking merchandise and supplies in accordance with operational guidelines.
• Maintain accurate inventory flow and support quarterly and annual physical inventory counts.
• Analyze on-site conditions versus plan, identify variances, and recommend or implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Pet Care Center and field partners to ensure fixturing, floor plans, stocking, and SFS equipment are executed to standard.
• Communicate daily status updates to PCC leadership, including unfinished orders or required system corrections.
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, organized, and professional backroom and sales floor.
• Support special projects and additional operational tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic math proficiency and above-average communication skills.
• Ability to follow processes while applying sound judgment when needed.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Genuine interest in animals and their care preferred.

Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.
• Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.
• Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.

Pay

$13.00

Schedule

Part time