Pet Care Center Leader — Drive Growth & Pet Welfare

Petco; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Career pathways

Development programs

Job summary

Petco General Manager role leading a Pet Care Center in the United States. You’ll drive sales, profitability, and exceptional customer care, while building a high-performing team focused on pet safety and welfare.

You’ll own operations, merchandising, and community engagement to strengthen the store’s impact. This full-time position offers development paths and career growth within Petco’s network.

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 to deliver strong sales, service, and store performance.
• Develop and coach a high-performing team across all roles.
• Manage labor, payroll, and expenses to maximize productivity.
• Oversee merchandising, inventory, and safety standards.
• Represent Petco in the community through events and partnerships.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Operational acumen

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco General Manager role leading a Pet Care Center in the United States. You’ll drive sales, profitability, and exceptional customer care, while building a high-performing team focused on pet safety and welfare.

You’ll own operations, merchandising, and community engagement to strengthen the store’s impact. This full-time position offers development paths and career growth within Petco’s network.