What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Sales Associate position at Pet Supplies Plus - Oakland, NJ?
Did you know bearded dragons grow up to 2 feet long? Or that the average life span for an umbrella cockatoo is 50 years? Our team members are pet lovers and like to know it all! As a Store Team Member you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. Candidates must be flexible to work all shifts: days, evenings, weekends and holidays. This is a year round position. All candidates must be 18 years or older.
Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your work day, you will:
- Stop to help a neighbor select the perfect toy for a terrier that likes to chew
- Review and compare the ingredient labels of several food brands for a concerned cat parent
- Fit a squirming dachshund with the perfect harness
- Educate a sixth grader on bird ownership
- Stock shelves and ring up neighbors’ purchases
- Feed all the furry pets and make sure their cages are spiffy
…all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath. Are you awesome? No, you are more than that. You’re PAWsome! A team member will likely do it all, but may specialize in any of the following areas:
Cashier
- Processes neighbors’ purchases being trustworthy, accurate, and efficient.
- Provides Preferred Pet Club membership information to ensure neighbors don’t miss any outstanding offers.
Stocker
- Safely unloads our delivery trucks using the proper equipment.
- Stocks shelves to ensure Fido always gets his favorite chew toy and treats.
- Carries bags of kibble, cat litter, aquariums and other purchases out to neighbors’ cars.
Pet Care
- Provides care for pets in our store, which may include cleaning habitats, feeding and handling the animals.
- Answers neighbor’s questions on animal care to help them find or maintain the perfect pet.
All team members support each other by acting as back-up when extra help is needed. The Store Team member position can be physically demanding, requiring heavy lifting (40-65 lbs) and standing for long periods of time. Being knowledgeable about animals and our products in order to provide outstanding neighborly service is a must. We support learning through our interactive Pet Degree pay-for-knowledge programs..
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16