Key Responsibilities & Core Competencies
Engaging Meet and Greets
- Execute warm and personalized meet and greets with pet parents, creating a welcoming and inviting atmosphere.
- Listen attentively to customer needs, ask probing questions, and actively engage in conversations to understand their preferences and requirements.
- Showcase enthusiasm and knowledge about pet care products and services, demonstrating a genuine interest in helping customers meet their pets' needs.
2. Sales and Revenue Optimization
- Utilize effective sales techniques, such as cross-selling complementary products, bundling services, and highlighting promotional offers, to maximize revenue opportunities.
- Provide tailored product recommendations based on customer needs and preferences, emphasizing key features and benefits to drive sales conversions.
- Monitor close rates, analyze sales data, and identify opportunities for improvement to achieve or exceed sales targets.
3. Customer Experience Enhancement
- Deliver outstanding customer service throughout the meet and greet process, addressing customer inquiries, resolving concerns promptly, and ensuring a positive experience.
- Demonstrate deep product knowledge, answer customer questions accurately, and offer customized solutions to meet their pet care requirements.
- Foster long-term relationships with customers by providing personalized recommendations, follow up communication, and ongoing support.
4. Operational Excellence
- Assist in front desk operations, including processing transactions, managing appointments and reservations, and maintaining accurate records, to ensure smooth and efficient customer interactions.
- Support back-of-house activities such as inventory management, restocking shelves, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in storage areas.
- Adhere to safety, health, and sanitation standards, contributing to a safe and hygienic store environment for both customers and pets.
5. Team Collaboration and Support
- Collaborate effectively with team members and store leadership to achieve sales targets, operational goals, and customer service objectives.
- Communicate proactively with colleagues, share customer insights and feedback, and contribute ideas to enhance the overall customer experience.
- Participate in training programs, meetings, and ongoing development opportunities to enhance skills, product knowledge, and sales techniques.
Qualifications
- Must love dogs!
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in sales, customer service, or retail is a plus.
- Previous experience in customer service, sales, or a related field preferred, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, empathy, and effective communication, with the ability to engage customers effectively and build rapport.
- Knowledge of retail operations, sales techniques, and pet care products/services is desirable.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Flexibility to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.
Requirements & Physical Demands
- Flexible work schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds
- Ability to spend up to 100% of work time standing
- Advanced computer literac
Compensation details: 20-25 Hourly Wage