Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager

Store Manager – Ruislip – 39 Hours

At Pets at Home, we’re passionate about pet care, offering everything from pet products and grooming to veterinary services across the UK. Our community‑focused pet care centres are hubs for pet lovers, bringing people together to support local pet owners and their beloved companions.

We’re looking for a Store Manager to lead our team in Ruislip. Reporting directly to the Area Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for the daily running of your pet care centre, driving sales and performance while ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for our customers.

• Overseeing all aspects of daily operations, from stock control to store standards.
• Leading and inspiring your team to achieve sales targets and exceed KPIs.
• Creating a positive and fun working environment for your colleagues.
• Ensuring health and safety compliance across the store.
• Delivering outstanding customer service, embodying our mission to be the Best Pet Care Business in the World.

We’re looking for someone with:

• At least 2 years of management experience in a retail environment, leading a team of 10 or more in a fast‑paced setting.
• A passion for retail and a proven track record of delivering excellent results.
• Flexibility to work a 7‑day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to engage and motivate your team.
• A willingness to complete 6 months of comprehensive training covering customer service, pet care, and health & safety.

We reward our Store Managers with a comprehensive package designed to support your well‑being, including:

• Annual bonus opportunities.
• 28 days paid leave, rising to 33 days after 2 years (including bank holidays).
• A birthday day off to celebrate in style.
• Life assurance worth 4x your annual salary.
• A 4% company pension contribution.
• Colleague discounts, including 20% off Pets at Home and 30% off our own‑brand products.

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities.

Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!