
Retail Pet Store Associate
Part-timeHope Mills, NCPart-time$9–10.5/hrPosted 2mo agoStill listed 2 days ago
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Pet Supplies Plus is hiring a Retail Pet Store Associate. Pet Supplies Plus seeks a friendly Retail Pet Store Associate to greet neighbors, help pet parents choose food, make product recommendations, operate the POS, stock shelves, assist with self‑wash stations, and provide occasional nail‑trim services, all while supporting a safety‑first, team‑based environment.
Key focus areas include Greet neighbors with a friendly, pawsitively passionate attitude, Help a new puppy parent pick the right food or assist regular customers with product recall, and Make thoughtful product recommendations based on each pet’s needs.
Successful candidates bring Comfortable Working In Fast-Paced Retail Environment, Reliable, and Team-Oriented Mindset. Important skills include Customer Service, Communication Skills, Pet Nutrition Knowledge, Product Knowledge, Pet Care, and Confidence Talking With Customers. Preferred (not required): POS System Operation, Inventory Management, and Walk-In Nail Trims.
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Benefits:
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Promote from within culture
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Employee discounts
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Flexible schedule
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Opportunity for advancement
Retail Pet Store Associate -Customer Service and Pet Care (Team Member)
Flexible Scheduling | Growth Opportunities At Pet Supplies Plus , pets aren’t just pets—they’re family. And helping pet parents take great care of them? That’s kind of our thing. If you’re the type of person who notices when a dog needs a better food option—or just enjoys helping your neighbors and their pets—you might fit right in here!
Benefits & Perks
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Flexible scheduling
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Employee discounts (your pets are about to get spoiled)
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Pay increases and pet care training programs
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Promotion-from-within culture Safety & Support
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Safety-first environment for pets and team members
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Team-based environment where everyone supports each other
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Ongoing training to build product knowledge and pet care confidence What You’ll Do
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Greet neighbors with a friendly, pawsitively passionate attitude
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Help a new puppy parent pick the right food—or help a regular find exactly what they always forget the name of
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Make thoughtful product recommendations based on each pet’s needs
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Operate the POS system, process transactions, and handle returns
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Promote store specials, loyalty programs, and current offers
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Stock shelves, manage inventory, and keep displays organized
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Lift and stock bags of pet food and supplies (yes, some of them are heavy)
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Assist pet parents with self-wash stations and explain the process
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Restock bathing supplies and keep the store clean and welcoming
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Provide occasional services like walk-in nail trims (training provided) What You Bring
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Strong customer service and communication skills
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment , especially on weekends
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Willingness to learn about pet nutrition, products, and care
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Reliable, team-oriented mindset
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Ability to lift, stock, and stay on your feet for extended periods
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Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays What Makes You Stand Out
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Experience in retail, customer service, or pet care
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Confidence talking with customers and making recommendations
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A genuine interest in animals (bonus if you already have strong opinions about dog food)
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Ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks at once Grow With Us This role is an opportunity to build real knowledge in pet care, develop customer service skills, and grow into leadership or specialized roles within the store. If you enjoy helping people, working with pets, and being part of a friendly, neighborhood-focused team , we’d love to meet you!
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