Pet Care Center General Manager – Lead & Grow

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; North Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Incentives

PTO

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a General Manager to lead a Pet Care Center with a focus on pets first, people, and performance.

You will own the business, drive sales growth, manage labor and expenses, and coach a diverse team to deliver exceptional customer service and animal care standards. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential.

Join a purpose-driven company that values inclusion, teamwork, and community involvement while maintaining high standards of pet safety and welfare.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience (retail leadership preferred).
• Strong people leadership, coaching, and talent development skills.
• Solid business, financial, and operational acumen.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• A genuine passion for pets and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team and foster a culture of inclusion and accountability.
• Drive sales growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Analyze financial and operational results to identify opportunities and take action.
• Manage labor, payroll, and expenses to maximize productivity.
• Oversee merchandising, inventory, and safety standards.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Finance acumen

Operations

Pet care knowledge

Education

HS diploma/GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a General Manager to lead a Pet Care Center with a focus on pets first, people, and performance.

You will own the business, drive sales growth, manage labor and expenses, and coach a diverse team to deliver exceptional customer service and animal care standards. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential.

Join a purpose-driven company that values inclusion, teamwork, and community involvement while maintaining high standards of pet safety and welfare.