Animal Health Assistant Manager

C-A-L Ranch Stores; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

C-A-L Ranch Stores in the United States (Elko, NV) is seeking aStore Manager-on-Duty to assist the Store Manager and run daily operations. You will lead customer service, drive sales, and manage labor, inventory, and costs.

This role requires strong communication, adaptability, and hands-on problem-solving in a retail setting. The position emphasizes staff development, scheduling, and adherence to procedures, with responsibility for opening/closing the store and handling payroll considerations.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervision is preferred.
• Comfort with POS systems and basic computer tasks is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities are essential for staff and customer interactions.
• Knowledge of inventory control and basic financial reports is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities in a store environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations as manager-on-duty and assist Store Manager.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff; monitor performance regularly.
• Plan work schedules and assign tasks to associates.
• Monitor merchandise flow and replenish stock from distribution centers.
• Ensure security, loss prevention, and proper recordkeeping compliance.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve complaints; open/close store as needed.
• Manage payroll budgeting and operate within fiscal constraints.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Computer literacy

Retail concepts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email/computer use

Job description

Primary Purpose: To be responsible for all daily store operations when operating as the manager-on-duty. To assist the Store Manager in managing all aspects of the retail store by promoting and maintaining customer service. In addition, to be responsible for overseeing the operation of the store to maximize sales and profitability through merchandise, inventory, expense control, human resource management, and managing operating costs and shrinkage.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate sales promotion activities and prepare (or lead associates to prepare) merchandise displays and signage.
• Recruit, train, develop, and communicate with all staff and assess performance on a daily, monthly, and annual basis.
• Plan and prepare work schedules to assign associates to specific duties.
• Monitor and order merchandise from distribution center to replenish merchandise in store.
• Ensure compliance of associates with established security, sales, and recordkeeping procedures and practices.
• Address, problem-solve, and resolve customer complaints or inquiries.
• Open and close the store when needed, including security and related duties.
• Manage payroll budget and fiscal responsibilities with corporate office.
• In the absence of the Store Manager, assume all duties of the Store Manager to make appropriate decisions for the daily operations of the store.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• May be required to operate a forklift on occasion. Forklift certification will be required and obtained on the job.
• May be required to dispense propane on occasion. Propane certification will be required and obtained on the job.
• Help in departments when needed.
• Perform daily cleaning - such as, but not limited to, vacuuming, replacing full trashes with new trash bags, and sweeping the store floor.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience working in a retail environment preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Eagle Browser preferred.
• Experience working in different departments of the store preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of operating a POS system preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and possess valid driver's license and insurance.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing work environments and to shift priorities accordingly.
• Familiar with how to operate a computer system and email.
• Familiar with standard retail concepts and practices.
• Familiar with reading and understanding industry and financial reports.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.

Benefits

Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, employee discount.

Part-time benefits include 401(k), PTO, employee discount.