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Petco

Sales Specialist

Petco, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Overview

Be among the first applicants. Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, people and our planet. Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We’re focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. Position Responsibilities

Provide a great experience by engaging with guests utilizing your acquired skills and training. Assist guests’ selection and recommendation of merchandise and services in accordance with their identified needs. Demonstrate a high level of interest in the welfare, health, and proper handling of all animals. Process register transactions and create a great experience for each guest. Generate future business through a deep understanding of the guests and their pet(s) and connection to our digital platforms. Perform related duties in support of the Pet Care Center attaining its assigned sales goals. Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to create a great presentation for our guests. Completes and applies training programs to maintain a high level of expertise in their role. Adhere to established operational guidelines, policies, and procedures. Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration. Complete other duties and special projects as assigned. Evaluate guest inquiries and, as needed, refer to the Leader on Duty. Other Essential Duties

UTILIZE SELLING BEHAVIORS to provide an amazing guest experience within Pet Care locations and address guest needs today and in the future. CONTRIBUTE TO A SAFE ENVIRONMENT by maintaining safety protocols; safety of partners, guests and pets is a priority. BE A PART OF A COLLABORATIVE CULTURE by solving health and wellness needs of pets as a great teammate. ENGAGE IN YOUR CAREER through developmental programs to support ongoing growth. Basic Qualifications

Minimum of one year of sales experience. Strong knowledge of pet nutrition and aptitude for sales techniques. Professional appearance and demeanor, with genuine interest in animals and their care. Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills for interactions with the public, partners and leaders within the store. Certification

Completing and maintaining the appropriate specialist level of the Petco Certification program is required for this role. Preferred Qualifications

Prior pet nutrition experience and/or experience caring for pets is recommended. Supervisory Responsibility

None Work Environment

The majority of duties are indoors; some tasks involve merchandise receiving, carry-outs, or stock balancing. Requires bending, kneeling, moving merchandise and standing for long periods. Ability to lift 50 lbs and pull 2000 lbs using material handling equipment. Follow all safety precautions and procedures. Availability for evening, weekend, some overnight and holiday shifts. Equal Opportunity Employer

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. Start Rate:

$15.00 For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO, see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Part-time Job function

Sales and Business Development Industries Retail

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