Team Member
IPP - Independent Pet Partners · Maple Grove, MN · 3 wk ago
Management$14–$16.45/hrPart-time
About the role
We are a community of pet lovers dedicated to providing exceptional care and resources for pets and their owners. As a Team Member, you will deliver outstanding service to pet parents, maintain the store environment, achieve business results, and handle operational tasks.
Responsibilities
- Provide guests with an exceptional experience.
- Share product knowledge and suggestions to fit customer needs and promote pet health.
- Perform front-end duties such as handling the cash register, bagging, replenishing merchandise, and preparing displays.
- Organize and maintain a clean store front and stock room.
- Assist with projects including markdowns, re-tickets, labeling products, and special store events.
- Complete other assigned duties from the Store Manager or Retail Management Team.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Passion for extraordinary customer service and the well-being of pets.
- Professional retail sales experience preferred.
- Willingness to learn about the products and services offered.
- Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
Physical Demands
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors (e.g., assisting with customer carry-out).
- Must be able to stand for 8 hours per day with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Comfortable working with a variety of animals, including small and large dogs.
- Must be able to work around pet hair and dander.
Benefits
- Greatly discounted, employer-subsidized pet insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 1 hour earned for every 30 hours worked.
- 401(k) Program with employer match: 0.25% for each 1% contribution, up to 6% (must be 21 or older).
- Employee Assistance Program (24/7, completely confidential).
- Generous discounts on goods and services.
- Team Member Feeder Program: eligible for one unit (bag or case of cans) of participating vendor products each month.
- Store Bonus Incentive Program.
- Growth opportunities, including Store Manager In Training and Groomer Apprenticeship programs.
Pay
$14.00–$16.45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Subject to change based on state, city, or county minimum wage laws.
Schedule
Part-time, with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.