Pet Care Sales Associate — Help Pets Thrive

Petco; Leonardo (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Petco in Middletown Township, NJ is seeking a Sales Associate to be at the heart of the Pet Care Center experience. You will help pet parents find the right products and create a welcoming, safe environment, while learning about pet care and working as part of a team in a fast-paced retail setting.

You’ll greet customers, provide knowledgeable service, handle sales and returns, stock shelves, and support store operations. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Prior 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.
• Create positive shopping experiences that build trust and loyalty.
• Support teammates through collaboration and teamwork.
• Maintain an organized, visually appealing sales floor.
• Assist customers in selecting products and services for their pets.
• Process sales, returns, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
• Stock shelves, replenish merchandise, and support inventory integrity.
• Assist with store recovery, merchandising, and promotional setups.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Petco in Middletown Township, NJ is seeking a Sales Associate to be at the heart of the Pet Care Center experience. You will help pet parents find the right products and create a welcoming, safe environment, while learning about pet care and working as part of a team in a fast-paced retail setting.

You’ll greet customers, provide knowledgeable service, handle sales and returns, stock shelves, and support store operations. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.