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Marriott International

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Nanaimo

AI generated summary

  • You must provide excellent customer service, ensure the care of living pets, and assist with merchandising, stocking, and pricing to help pet parents find what they need.
  • You will provide excellent customer service, ensure the safety and care of pets, and assist with merchandising, stocking, and pricing to help pet parents find what they need.

Requirements

  • Customer Service: You’ll be an essential part of creating sincere connections with pet parents. You’ll welcome them (and their pets!) to the store, facilitate an easy check out process as a cashier and ensure that they found everything they needed.
  • Pet Care: You’ll ensure the safety of all living pets our stores—including fish, reptiles, birds, and small animals. You’ll be their family until they get a family of their own; you’ll help to keep them healthy, clean, and well fed! You’ll also engage with pet parents to provide them with the best solutions specifically for their pets.
  • Merchandising & Inventory: You’ll play an integral role in helping our pet parents find exactly what they need, right when they need it. You’ll execute on merchandising, stocking, and pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Customer Service: You’ll be an essential part of creating sincere connections with pet parents. You’ll welcome them (and their pets!) to the store, facilitate an easy check out process as a cashier and ensure that they found everything they needed.
  • Pet Care: You’ll ensure the safety of all living pets our stores—including fish, reptiles, birds, and small animals. You’ll be their family until they get a family of their own; you’ll help to keep them healthy, clean, and well fed! You’ll also engage with pet parents to provide them with the best solutions specifically for their pets.
  • Merchandising & Inventory: You’ll play an integral role in helping our pet parents find exactly what they need, right when they need it. You’ll execute on merchandising, stocking, and pricing strategies.

FAQs

What is the role of a Retail Sales Associate at PetSmart?

The Retail Sales Associate helps pet parents find the best solutions for their pets, provides customer service, ensures pet care for living animals in the store, and manages merchandising and inventory tasks.

Are there opportunities for career advancement at PetSmart?

Yes, PetSmart offers various career paths, including the chance to gain experience in different business units, develop leadership skills, and transfer to any of our 1600 stores nationwide.

What kind of training or support will I receive as a new associate?

You will receive education and training tailored to help you become a trusted partner to pet families and ensure you can assist in various areas such as customer service, pet care, and merchandising.

What should I expect regarding pay for this position?

The pay range for this position in British Columbia is between $17.40 and $26.75 per hour, depending on your experience and the specific position.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours vary, with opportunities for multiple shifts throughout the early morning, day, and evening.

Is previous retail experience required for this position?

Previous retail experience is not required, as PetSmart provides training to help you succeed in your role.

How does PetSmart ensure a positive work environment for associates?

PetSmart fosters a community atmosphere focused on a shared love for pets, emphasizing teamwork and support among associates.

What variety of tasks will I be trained for as a Retail Sales Associate?

You will be cross-trained in areas such as customer service, pet care for live animals, and merchandising and inventory management to support store operations.

What is the process for applying for this position?

You can apply directly through the PetSmart careers website, where you will be guided through the application process.

Are there any employee benefits provided by PetSmart?

While the job description does not specify benefits, PetSmart is committed to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations as required by law. More details about benefits can be inquired about during the hiring process.

Marriott International

Travel & Leisure
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1927
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,300 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 138 countries and territories. Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. Community Guidelines: We reserve the right to remove without any notice content that we determine in our sole discretion is offensive or illegal, contains personally identifiable information, trademarks or copyrights belonging to a third party, advertises a third party’s products or services, or is otherwise inappropriate. Application Tips: We encourage job seekers to protect themselves from email and recruiting scams. Please note: 1) We do not accept applications via email or fax; 2) We never ask for money as part of the application process; 3) We only contact job applicants from approved email domains.

Benefits

  • Travel Perks & Benefits

    We encourage you to explore the world around you, so we offer generous hotel and food discounts at thousands of our global properties. What a way to travel! We look after our associates, which is why we also have a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

  • Recognition & Rewards

    Marriott recognizes success and commitment. We honor and encourage leadership and exceptional service. We also give bonuses for successful referrals and we reward long service. We believe hard work should be acknowledged.

  • Growth Opportunities

    Marriott believes in a career that flourishes with you. We also believe that wider experiences often provide a more enriching experience. We offer professional development, mentoring and training to help you get to where you want to go.