PT Key Holder

PetPeople; Union (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Associate discount

Job summary

A leading pet supply store in Union, KY is looking for a PT Key Holder with a passion for pets and customer service. Responsibilities include ensuring outstanding service, maintaining product knowledge, and performing general housekeeping tasks. The ideal candidate will have previous retail experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and a great associate discount.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in animal nutrition and welfare.
• Previous retail experience as a Key Holder or Lead.
• Strong focus on customer relationships and service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outstanding customer service by engaging and assisting customers.
• Maintain product knowledge and keep current with new releases.
• Perform general housekeeping to keep the store clean and organized.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Job description

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At PetPeople, we are passionate about high quality, natural, wholesome, and nutritious pet foods and treats. We are the go-to local pet retail supply store for the communities in which we serve. We believe these products improve the health and well‑being of our pets. We educate our customers on the benefits of our products and deliver an experience that builds long‑term relationships.

A PetPeople Sales Associate Key Holder models our Mission and Core Values. Striving to be the neighborhood place for natural foods and quality supplies for dogs and cats; engaging customers through sharing ideas and providing solutions to build lasting relationships. Additionally, Key Holders act as the Manager‑On‑Duty in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that each customer receives outstanding service by providing a genuine, friendly and entertaining experience. Approach and engage every customer in conversation using open‑ended questions and active listening to determine their needs and provide them with appropriate item selections.
• Maintain solid product knowledge and keep current with new product releases.
• Demonstrate products and add value to every interaction.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean, organized store.
• Assist in processing shipment, replenishing product, merchandising and monitoring floor stock to ensure all product is priced, displayed and rotated correctly.
• Complete transactions at the POS quickly and accurately.
• Leave a lasting impression during every interaction; this includes carry‑out service.
• Handle escalatedcustomer service related issues as they arise and determine resolution or further escalation – communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Manager.
• Plan, assign and direct and complete work during shift including ensuring the accurate completion of all closing activities.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with PetPeople policies/procedures and applicable laws.
• Celebrate successes.
• Love what you do.

Required Qualifications

• A love of pets and a genuine interest in animal nutrition and welfare.
• Previous retail experience as a Key Holder/Lead.
• A strong focus on building customer relationships through excellent customer service.
• Energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to act with honesty, integrity, fairness and mutual respect.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast paced, multiple priority environment.
• Ability to move merchandise up to 50lbs. frequently.
• Communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

We offer competitive compensation and a great associate discount.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Retail

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