Pet Care Sales Associate — Grow with a Purpose-Driven Team

Petco; Burke (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is a national retailer dedicated to helping pets live their best lives. As a Sales Associate, you’ll help pet parents find the right products and solutions in a welcoming setting, delivering friendly, knowledgeable service while maintaining store standards and a safe environment for animals and customers.

This in-store role involves assisting customers, processing transactions, stocking merchandise, and supporting team goals in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred but not required.
• Passion for animals and interest in pet care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills and comfort handling cash and transactions.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and deliver friendly, helpful, and solution-focused service.
• Assist customers in selecting products and services that meet their pets' needs.
• Process sales, returns, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
• Stock shelves, replenish merchandise, and support inventory integrity.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Passion for animals

Communication skills

multitasking

Attention to detail

Job description

Petco is a national retailer dedicated to helping pets live their best lives. As a Sales Associate, you’ll help pet parents find the right products and solutions in a welcoming setting, delivering friendly, knowledgeable service while maintaining store standards and a safe environment for animals and customers.

This in-store role involves assisting customers, processing transactions, stocking merchandise, and supporting team goals in a fast-paced retail environment.