Operations Leader

About the role

The Operations Leader at Petco is responsible for overseeing the smooth operation of the store, ensuring a welcoming environment for pets, pet parents, and partners, and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Petco’s animal care standards, ensuring the health, safety, and proper handling of all animals.
• Promote a safe, welcoming environment for pets, pet parents, and partners.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to animal welfare, safety, and store operations.
• Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, and solution-oriented service to every customer.
• Support and supervise store partners, helping maintain productivity and positive morale.
• Aid in training new partners and reinforcing best practices on the sales floor.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment.
• Open and close the store while following all cash handling, safety, and security protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact in the absence of store management.
• Support sales initiatives and promotions to help achieve store goals.

Requirements

• Previous retail experience required; key holder or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills and experience handling cash and transactions.
• Reliable, responsible, and detail oriented.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible availability to support Petco operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

• Leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills and experience handling cash and transactions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and financial benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Incentives and PTO.

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Regularly conduct shifts on the sales floor.

Company Information

• Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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