Pet Store Assistant Manager - Lead, Coach & Grow

Independent Pet Partners; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Pet insurance discount

PTO

Parental Leave

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Store bonus

Job summary

Independent Pet Partners in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead store operations and coach team members. You will ensure an exceptional guest experience, manage inventory, and promote pet health through knowledgeable product recommendations.

The role requires at least 1 year of retail and managerial experience, plus flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Pay ranges for this fulltime position reflect experience, with strong growth opportunities in a pet-loving

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Passion for extraordinary customer service and pet well-being.
• Minimum 1 year of professional retail sales experience.
• Minimum 1 year of professional managerial experience.
• Willingness to be educated about the products and services offered.
• Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets.
• Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with an exceptional experience.
• Assist the Store Manager in overall management of store operations.
• Share product knowledge and suggestions to meet customer needs and promote pet health.
• Coach and lead Team Members to provide an exceptional guest experience and achieve sales goals.
• Oversee all aspects of inventory such as merchandise replenishment, inventory, adjustments, weekly cycle counts, store transfers, RTVs, and shipment processing.
• Organize special store events and promotions.
• Positively interact with pet parents in-person, via email, text, and phone.
• Perform front-end duties such as handling the cash register, bagging, replenishing merchandise, and preparing displays.
• All other assigned duties from the Store Manager and/or any member of the Retail Management Team.

Skills

Customer service

Sales targets

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

POS system

Job description

Independent Pet Partners in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead store operations and coach team members. You will ensure an exceptional guest experience, manage inventory, and promote pet health through knowledgeable product recommendations.

The role requires at least 1 year of retail and managerial experience, plus flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Pay ranges for this fulltime position reflect experience, with strong growth opportunities in a pet-loving