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Retail Sales Associate Part Time

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

AI generated summary

  • You must have customer service skills, knowledge of pet care, merchandising abilities, and a desire to develop leadership skills. Experience in a new store opening is a plus.
  • You will provide excellent customer service, care for pets in-store, and assist with merchandising, stocking, and inventory management to ensure a smooth shopping experience for pet parents.

Requirements

  • - Customer Service: You’ll be an essential part of creating sincere connections with pet parents.
  • - Pet Care: You’ll ensure the safety of all living pets our stores—including fish, reptiles, birds, and small animals.
  • - Merchandising & Inventory: You’ll play an integral role in helping our pet parents find exactly what they need, right when they need it.
  • - Gain experience in a different business unit—from the store to the salon or the Pets Hotel.
  • - Develop your leadership skills as a Department or Assistant Manager role.
  • - Tackle the challenge of a new store opening.
  • - Transfer to any one of our 1600 stores nationwide.

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 primary role of a Retail Sales Associate at PetSmart?

The primary role of a Retail Sales Associate at PetSmart is to help pet parents find the best solutions for their pets while providing excellent customer service and ensuring the safety and care of the living pets in the store.

Are there opportunities for career advancement at PetSmart?

Yes, PetSmart offers various career advancement opportunities, including roles as a Department or Assistant Manager, and the chance to tackle new challenges such as opening a new store or transferring to any of the 1,600 stores nationwide.

What shifts are available for this part-time position?

PetSmart offers multiple shifts throughout the early morning, day, and evening hours to accommodate different schedules for part-time Retail Sales Associates.

Will I be trained in multiple areas of the store?

Yes, as a PetSmart sales associate, you may be cross-trained in areas such as customer service, pet care, and merchandising & inventory to ensure efficient store operations.

What kind of company culture can I expect at PetSmart?

PetSmart has a community-oriented culture focused on a shared love for pets, where associates work together to provide the best care and support to pet parents and their pets.

Is experience working with animals required for this position?

While experience with animals is a plus, it is not a strict requirement for the Retail Sales Associate role at PetSmart; passion for pets and a willingness to learn are what truly count.

Does PetSmart provide any benefits for part-time employees?

While specific benefits for part-time employees may vary, PetSmart often offers various employee benefits that can include discounts, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career development.

What are the job responsibilities of a Retail Sales Associate?

Job responsibilities include creating connections with pet parents, assisting with the checkout process, ensuring the safety of living pets, and executing merchandising, stocking, and pricing strategies.

How do I apply for the Retail Sales Associate position?

You can apply for the Retail Sales Associate position by visiting the PetSmart careers website and submitting your application.

Is PetSmart an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, PetSmart is an equal opportunity employer and ensures that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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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.