What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Store Team Leader position at Pet Supplies Plus?
Benefits:
As an Assistant Store Team Leader, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. You will support the Store Team Leader in running the day-to-day operations of the store, leading the team by example, and delivering exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity. Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy, jumping in to help a team member find the right solution for a pet parent, or partnering on ways to improve store performance, you play a key role in creating a fun, engaging, and pet-centric environment where both pets and people thrive.
What You’ll Do
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
As an Assistant Store Team Leader, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. You will support the Store Team Leader in running the day-to-day operations of the store, leading the team by example, and delivering exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity. Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy, jumping in to help a team member find the right solution for a pet parent, or partnering on ways to improve store performance, you play a key role in creating a fun, engaging, and pet-centric environment where both pets and people thrive.
What You’ll Do
- Support and lead your team by example, delivering exceptional, neighborly service
- Jump in to greet neighbors and their pets and create a welcoming in-store experience
- Assist customers in choosing the best products for their pets’ needs
- Support store performance including sales, engagement, and overall productivity
- Help analyze results and partner with leadership on plans to improve performance
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, and developing a strong team
- Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to team members
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-run store environment (including animal care and safety)
- Build relationships within the community and support local events and partnerships
- Help create a fun, positive culture where both pets and people feel at home
- Are a hands-on leader who leads by example
- Love working with people and their pets
- Are passionate about delivering great customer service
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Enjoy building relationships in your community
- 2 years of retail or customer-facing leadership experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred (High School Diploma/GED required)
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools
- Ability to lift up to 65 lbs and perform physical tasks (climbing, bending, kneeling)
- Ability to operate store equipment as needed
- Reliable transportation and ability to work flexible schedules
- Must be 18 years old and able to meet hiring requirements set by the local franchise owner