Part-Time Sales Associate - Fran 2318

Pet Valu; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Staff Discounts

Retail Training

Competitive Wages

Pet Care Knowledge

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

A leading pet retail chain in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking a Sales Associate to help customers find the right products for their pets. This role involves cashier duties, customer service, merchandising, and store maintenance, emphasizing a passion for pets and a friendly attitude. Ideal candidates will possess previous retail experience and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Flexible scheduling and competitive wages are offered, along with generous staff discounts and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively.
• Reliable means of transportation to and from the store.
• Knowledge of POS system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with purchases and inquiries.
• Prepare merchandise orders and handle paperwork.
• Maintain store cleanliness and organization.
• Unloading delivery vehicles and stocking shelves.
• Perform general store maintenance and other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service skills

Outgoing personality

Passion for pets

Knowledge of POS system

Flexible schedule

Reliable transportation

Lift 50 lbs

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Description

The Pet Valu family of stores includes Pet Valu, Paulmac's Pet Food, Bosley's, Tisol and Total Pet and together we are one of the largest retail operations in North America dedicated to providing families with food and supplies for dogs, cats, companion birds, wild birds, fish, reptiles and small animals.

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Job Overview

As a Sales Associate you will use your knowledge and experience to help Pet Parents find the right nutrition and other solutions for their pets. You will be part of a team of passionate Pet Experts, and enjoy the perks of helping Pet Parents every day. If you are enthusiastic about learning and growing with one of the top pet retailers in North America, this position is for you!

What You Get

• Generous Staff Discounts
• Retail Training
• Competitive Wages
• Pet Care Knowledge
• Flexible Scheduling

What You Do

• Cashier and customer sales
• Preparing merchandise orders, banking and other miscellaneous paperwork
• Placing small items (<10 lbs) including pet supplies, household items, etc. into stock in the sales area of the store
• Sweeping, dusting and other general store maintenance functions
• Assist in unloading delivery vehicles of cases and bags of pet food and supplies and putting these into stock (items up to 50 lbs.)
• Other duties and tasks as required

What You Bring

• Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus
• Passion for pets
• Working knowledge of POS system
• Possess outgoing and friendly personality with strong customer service skills
• Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively
• Ability to work as scheduled to meet attendance requirements, which may include weekends and evenings
• Ability to have reliable means of transportation to and from the store