Retail Operations Lead

Retail Operations Lead

Pet Smart’s Process Lead (Retail Operations Lead) has shared responsibility to drive operational excellence in our stores while upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. This role is responsible for merchandising and inventory management, pet care operations, opening and/or closing the store, overseeing associates, and maintaining a safe and organized environment.

• Paid Weekly
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• 401k Plan with company match
• Paid Time off for full-time associates
• Associate discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Career pathing
• Development opportunities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs:

• Support and guide sales associates in merchandise handling, providing training on product knowledge and presentation standards.
• Facilitate the associate experience and support associate development, including training, onboarding, mentoring, coaching for growth, and providing feedback into associate performance reviews, disciplinary action and promotions.
• Delegate and validate completion of daily tasks.
• Lead and direct associates when acting as the leader on duty.
• Address and administer associate complaints and grievances.
• Recognize and celebrate associates driving overall associate engagement.

• Execute merchandise strategies to optimize sales, including receiving of product, product placement, seasonal displays, and promotional setups.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular audits, and analyze sales trends to make informed recommendations for stock replenishment and markdowns.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records and address discrepancies.
• Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and handle cash transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain store standards and lead a culture of empowerment by ensuring compliance with our Policies and Procedures (P&Ps) and Code of Ethics.
• Share responsibility with store opening and closing procedures to uphold our brand promise.
• Complete monthly live cycle counts and address discrepancies.
• Take responsibility for pet care maintenance, commitment standards (cleaning, feeding, providing water, etc.) and caring for new arrival and sick pets.
• Ensure pet parents have a positive experience with online orders including pick-up in store or ship from store.
• Support the associate and pet parent experience at all levels and ensure pets in our care are safe and healthy.
• Take immediate action and report when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed.
• Follow company Policies and Procedures to prepare for and receive new store owned pet arrivals. Ensure pets are healthy to move to sales floor after quarantine period.

• 2+ years of retail supervisory experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Full-time availability required, flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in maintaining a visually appealing store layout.

• No direct reports, however, are expected to guide and support the development of other associates.
• Provide feedback on associate performance to direct supervisor.
• Act as the Leader when other Leaders are not in the store, supervising associates, assigning tasks and addressing any concerns.

• Associate required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift and/or move…