Shift Lead & Team Coach - Pet Store

Pet Supplies Plus; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Shift Supervisor to support store management, lead the team during assigned shifts, and act as Manager on Duty when needed. The role emphasizes neighbor service, animal care, safety, and strong operational execution.

You will train teammates, provide coaching, handle opening/closing tasks, cash handling, stocking, merchandising, and daily store operations. Prior retail or customer service experience is preferred, with reliability and flexibility

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to provide direction and make appropriate decisions while serving as Manager on Duty.
• Dependable with reliable transportation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.
• Ability to climb ladders, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate required store equipment after completing appropriate training.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Manager on Duty when assigned and provide direction to team members throughout the shift.
• Lead by example and reinforce expectations for neighbor service, teamwork, productivity, and professionalism.
• Assign daily tasks, follow up on completion, and provide real-time coaching and feedback.
• Assist with training and onboarding team members.
• Resolve routine neighbor concerns and elevate significant issues when appropriate.
• Execute opening and closing procedures, cash handling, deposits, and assigned back-office responsibilities.
• Support daily stocking and down stocking, truck processing, merchandising, price changes, inventory accuracy, and store recovery.
• Maintain standards for cleanliness, animal care, safety, security, and overall store conditions.
• Communicate team, operational, or safety concerns to store management.
• Perform nail trims and other approved services when trained and required.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on the needs of the business.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Pet Supplies Plus in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Shift Supervisor to support store management, lead the team during assigned shifts, and act as Manager on Duty when needed. The role emphasizes neighbor service, animal care, safety, and strong operational execution.

You will train teammates, provide coaching, handle opening/closing tasks, cash handling, stocking, merchandising, and daily store operations. Prior retail or customer service experience is preferred, with reliability and flexibility