Grooming Salon Director: Lead, Coach & Grow

Tractor Supply Company; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tractor Supply Company in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Salon Leader to oversee the grooming salon operations, coach staff, and drive customer-focused results. You will manage scheduling, training, safety, and ensure adherence to grooming standards while delivering exceptional service to pet parents and their pets.

Ideal candidates have at least 2+ years in grooming with supervisory experience, own grooming tools or be prepared to purchase them, and a passion for animal welfare and team

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills in the grooming industry with a minimum of 2+ years experience grooming pets under the leadership of a professional groomer.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats.
• Must provide own tools (clippers, blades, shears) or be willing to purchase required tools.
• Associates must be able to read, write and count accurately.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Groom Shop, including scheduling and audits.
• Maintain grooming SOPs and cleanliness standards.
• Place monthly supply orders within the salon budget.
• Assist in hiring and onboarding all new Groomers and Groom Technicians.
• Communicate sales performance to salon team and Store Manager.
• Schedule weekly meetings to discuss staffing and forecasts.
• Drive salon growth through customer engagement and events.
• Provide professional grooming services for dogs.
• Ensure safety and sanitation protocols.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Communication

Patience with animals

Flexibility

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in grooming industry

Tools

Grooming tools (owner-provided)

Job description

Tractor Supply Company in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Salon Leader to oversee the grooming salon operations, coach staff, and drive customer-focused results. You will manage scheduling, training, safety, and ensure adherence to grooming standards while delivering exceptional service to pet parents and their pets.

Ideal candidates have at least 2+ years in grooming with supervisory experience, own grooming tools or be prepared to purchase them, and a passion for animal welfare and team