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Retail Store Manager

PetSmart, Simi Valley, California, United States, 93097

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Retail Store Manager

About Life At PetSmart

At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company

obsessed with pets ; we’re

obsessed with our people too . Our values are rooted in

unconditional love —a lesson we learn from our pets—and staying

united together . We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, and feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.

Benefits That Benefit You

Take care of yourself and your family members—whether they be two-legged or four, have feathers, fur or fins. Enjoy true rewards (plus lots of warm, fuzzy feelings)! Check out some of our offerings:

Paid bi-weekly Health benefits: medical, dental, vision 401k Tuition assistance Associate discounts and perks Paid time off for fulltime associates Career pathing Development opportunities

Job Summary

PetSmart’s Store Leader oversees safety, pet parent experience, operations, finances, and HR functions within the store. Provides leadership aligned with company culture and strategies, ensures exceptional service, and upholds PetSmart’s mission and values.

Essential Responsibilities

Includes, but not limited to:

People Leadership: Recruitment, hiring, coaching, termination decisions Foster open-door culture, leverage associate feedback Create and manage store schedules Support associate development, reviews, recognition, training, onboarding, mentoring, succession planning Delegate and empower team members Communicate store priorities and respond to environment changes Handle associate grievances Recognize and promote engagement Ensure timely delivery of reviews

Overall Store Experience: Lead associate and pet parent experience, ensure pet safety and health Manage pet parent interactions and resolve concerns Create a positive store environment Evaluate and improve store processes and services Partner with community groups for events and adoption Maintain store standards and compliance Conduct safety and policy audits Prioritize safety for staff, pets, and visitors Manage inventory levels Communicate business goals and monitor safety practices Respond to health incidents involving pets Support opening and closing procedures

Business Management: Implement strategy and achieve profitability targets Analyze reports, respond to issues, and implement improvements Identify growth opportunities, manage P&L, control expenses Coordinate with home office for store needs Create schedules, process payroll, manage labor costs Complete required reporting and administrative tasks

Qualifications: 4-6 years retail leadership or customer service experience Full-time, flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays Proficient in computer applications Strong communication skills Ability to work under pressure and stay organized

Supervisory Responsibility: Manage Experience Leader, Process Leader, lead associates, and non-leader associates

Physical Demands & Work Environment: Stand, walk, climb, handle objects, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, see clearly; accommodate disabilities if needed Lift up to 50 pounds regularly, more with team lift Exposure to mechanical parts, wet environment, pet hair, moderate noise, live animals

Join us to make a meaningful impact daily—helping pets and their owners. We value diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates. Apply now and become part of our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr