Pet Care Center General Manager - Lead with Purpose

Jobtome; North Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Culture of authenticity

Purpose-driven work

Job summary

Petco is seeking a General Manager to lead a busy Pet Care Center, owning the business, driving sales, mentoring partners, and ensuring outstanding animal welfare and customer experience. This full-time role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and adherence to Petco standards.

The role requires 3+ years of management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a genuine passion for pets. You will manage labor, inventory, and safety while building a high-performing team aligned

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 Pet Care Center: drive sales growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Analyze financial and operational results, identify opportunities, and take decisive action to improve performance.
• Manage labor, payroll, and expenses to maximize productivity and results.
• Execute merchandising, inventory, and operational processes to brand and safety standards.
• Represent Petco in the community by leading local events, adoption initiatives, and partnerships that strengthen our impact.

Skills

Management experience

People leadership

Business acumen

Communication skills

Pet care passion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Leadership development programs

Job description

Petco is seeking a General Manager to lead a busy Pet Care Center, owning the business, driving sales, mentoring partners, and ensuring outstanding animal welfare and customer experience. This full-time role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and adherence to Petco standards.

The role requires 3+ years of management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a genuine passion for pets. You will manage labor, inventory, and safety while building a high-performing team aligned