Pet Care Sales Associate - Help Pets Live Their Best

Petco; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Sales Associate to support customers in our Pet Care Center retail environment. You’ll help pet parents find the right products, answer questions, and process sales with accuracy and a friendly, solution-focused approach.

You will work as part of a team, stock merchandise, and maintain a clean, welcoming store. Flexible hours and a fast-paced, purpose-driven setting make every day different.

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 service.
• Assist customers in selecting products and services for their pets.
• Process sales, returns, and exchanges accurately.
• Stock shelves, replenish merchandise, and support inventory integrity.
• Follow store policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

POS system

Job description

Petco is hiring a Sales Associate to support customers in our Pet Care Center retail environment. You’ll help pet parents find the right products, answer questions, and process sales with accuracy and a friendly, solution-focused approach.

You will work as part of a team, stock merchandise, and maintain a clean, welcoming store. Flexible hours and a fast-paced, purpose-driven setting make every day different.