General Manager

Job Description: An exciting and stimulating career awaits you with one of the recognized leaders in the pet care industry!

Since 1979, PETCO has been reaching more pet parents and their best pals every day. Our commitment to companion animals has always been our driving force: Animals Always Come First. Our People Make It Happen!

We are seeking talented professionals who are motivated by the challenges and rewards of working for an organization that is continuously growing and expanding. We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K, paid time off, a great associate discount, the support of an award-winning training program, and the stability that comes from decades of sustained growth.

PETCO has an opportunity for a General Manager. Duties and responsibilities of this position include:

Management of associates to include recruiting, reviewing job applications and interviewing job applicants, checking references, conducting pre-employment background checks, hiring and training
Ensuring quick and courteous service to all PETCO customers by helping associates determine the customer's needs
Ensuring the proper healthcare, appearance and maintenance of companion animals
Management of store merchandising
Independently make or participate in making decisions regarding store layout and displays, to enhance visual presentation of store and sales
Marketing the store and its products, oversee planning of in-store and community events, such as adoptions, school visits and other local promotions, and animal-welfare events

Position requirements include:

A genuine interest in animal welfare
Ability to interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts
Ability to hire, train, develop, manage and motivate a team through effective management and merchandising techniques as well as quality customer service
Independently prioritize and accomplish multiple management tasks within established timeframes by effectively planning and managing workload, delegating work, and supervising, monitoring and directing subordinate manager and other associates
Ability to move merchandise and animals up to 50 pounds

Educational Requirements:

A high school diploma or its equivalent (GED) is required
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the areas of mathematics, basic accounting relationships, analysis and problem solving skills
Excellence in communications and computer skills are also required

Prior Experience:

One or more years of management experience or the equivalent is required; previous retail management experience is preferred
A working knowledge of general business practices is highly desirable, as are strong organizational skills
An aptitude for demonstrating basic sales techniques and the ability to instruct others in their application
In addition to having a professional appearance and demeanor, the applicant must also demonstrate a keen and genuine interest in all kinds of animals
Must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle

PETCO is a unique environment with infinite career opportunities. Whether you work directly with customers in a store, with other associates at a distribution center, or at the National Support Center (corporate headquarters in San Diego, CA), you will be proud to be a PETCO associate.

Come. Work. Stay.

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