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Retail Sales Associate Part Time

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Marriott International

9d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You should have customer service experience, pet care knowledge, teamwork skills, flexibility for shifts, strong communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn about pet products.
  • You will 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.

Requirements

  • Customer Service experience
  • Ability to engage with pet parents
  • Basic knowledge of pet care
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Flexibility to work various shifts
  • Strong communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to handle living pets
  • Ability to assist with merchandising and inventory tasks
  • Willingness to learn about a variety of pet products and services

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 at PetSmart helps pet parents find the best solutions for their pets, engages in customer service, manages pet care, and assists with merchandising and inventory.

What types of shifts are available for this position?

There are multiple shifts available throughout the early morning, day, and evening hours.

Are Retail Sales Associates trained in various areas?

Yes, associates may be cross-trained in customer service, pet care, and merchandising & inventory to ensure efficient store operations.

What opportunities for career growth does PetSmart provide?

PetSmart offers opportunities to gain experience in different business units, develop leadership skills, tackle challenges of new store openings, and transfer to any of the 1600 stores nationwide.

Is there a focus on pet well-being in this role?

Yes, ensuring the safety and well-being of living pets in the store is a key responsibility, including maintaining their health, cleanliness, and feeding.

What are some rewarding aspects of working at PetSmart?

Working at PetSmart includes joyful experiences like helping customers pick out their pets, providing solutions for pet health issues, and celebrating significant moments like pet birthdays and adoptions.

Does PetSmart offer equal employment opportunities?

Yes, PetSmart is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to various protected characteristics.

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.