Retail Sales Associate - Livermore

About the role

Pet Food Express Sales Consultants are the heart of our business. You’ll proactively engage with customers and recommend products that meet their needs. From highlighting products to working the cash register and stocking shelves, you’ll ensure every customer has an enjoyable, friendly, and informative shopping experience.

Responsibilities

• Proactively approach and engage with customers (both two-legged and four-legged) to understand their needs and build lasting relationships.
• Use the Pet Food Express Whole Life Approach to provide tailored recommendations that help customers live their best possible lives with their pets.
• Participate in daily training and continuous educational programs to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.
• Stay up-to-date about new products, promotions, and the pet community.
• Educate customers on product benefits and help them find solutions for their pets' unique needs.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality to ensure smooth operations and strong team collaboration.
• Operate the cash register efficiently and provide a friendly checkout experience.
• Unload shipments, stock the store, and perform heavy lifting (up to 35 pounds) using appropriate lifting techniques and following safety rules.
• Clean and maintain the store by sweeping, mopping, and cleaning pet messes as needed.
• Support overall store operations by performing additional duties as assigned.
• Climb and balance using a ladder and/or step stool.
• Continuously stand, walk, bend, stretch, and engage in repetitive motions throughout your shift.

Requirements

• Previous retail experience and pet experience is preferred, but we value potential over experience.
• A passion for pets and a desire to help pet parents find the best solutions.
• A sales-driven attitude with a desire to exceed goals.
• A warm and welcoming personality with a strong customer service mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and participate in daily educational activities.
• Dependable and reliable with strong attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift, move, and carry up to 35 pounds.

Benefits

• Career growth and advancement opportunities within the company.
• Continued learning and leadership training, with a focus on pet and product knowledge.
• Generous in-store employee discount that extends to your family.
• Company-sponsored benefits, including life insurance, pet insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Full-time employees are eligible for PTO and health insurance.
• 401k with employer match.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Bring your well-behaved pet to work.
• Opportunities to make an impact in the community through events like the Pet Food Express Pet Fair, in-store fundraisers, and adoption events benefiting local rescue and shelter partners.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $17.70 - $18.70 per hour. Starting salary is determined based on local market rate, candidate skills and experience, and budget constraints.