Automation & Transformation Manager — Store Ops

PetSmart Store Support Group, Inc.

Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

PetSmart in Phoenix is seeking a transformation-focused leader to identify, evaluate, and advance initiatives that modernize store operations through automation, AI, and process optimization. You will partner across Store Operations, Technology, Digital, Field, and other functions to build business cases, financials, and ensure measurable value.

The role serves as a strategic partner to align transformation priorities with enterprise goals, requiring strong collaboration and executive

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Operations, Technology, or related field.
  • 3–5 years in retail operations, project management, or transformation roles.
  • Experience translating opportunities into executable business recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Identify opportunities to improve store operations via automation, AI, and modern processes.
  • Develop business cases, financial analyses, and recommendations for transformation investments.
  • Manage transformation portfolio with intake, prioritization, and reporting.
  • Lead innovation activities, including research, POC planning, pilots, and validation.
  • Define automation opportunities and support enterprise AI roadmap development.
  • Monitor industry trends to identify opportunities that enhance operations and associate experience.

Skills

Strategic thinking
Analytical skills
Financial modeling
Executive communication
Project portfolio management
Cross-functional collaboration
Automation and AI awareness
Change management readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations/Technology or related field

Job description

PetSmart in Phoenix is seeking a transformation-focused leader to identify, evaluate, and advance initiatives that modernize store operations through automation, AI, and process optimization. You will partner across Store Operations, Technology, Digital, Field, and other functions to build business cases, financials, and ensure measurable value.

The role serves as a strategic partner to align transformation priorities with enterprise goals, requiring strong collaboration and executive

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