Store Leader: Build Teams, Drive Results, Neighbor Focus

Pet Supplies Plus; Lake Wood (NC); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pet Supplies Plus is seeking a Store Team Leader to oversee store operations, lead the team, and drive results while upholding company standards. The role includes developing leaders, staffing, scheduling, inventory controls, and neighbor-focused service.

Based in North Carolina as part of the MPM Retail Holdings franchise, you’ll build a strong local team, manage budgets and safety, and partner with district leadership to deliver exceptional neighbor experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years retail leadership experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving.
• Ability to coach, develop, and hold leaders and team members accountable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong operational standards.

Responsabilités

• Take overall ownership and accountability for store operations, team performance, and business results.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Assistant Store Team Leader, Department Managers, Shift Supervisors, and team members.
• Build a strong leadership team by establishing clear expectations, delegating ownership, providing feedback, and holding leaders accountable for results.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, develop, and retain a fully staffed and engaged team.
• Create effective schedules that support business needs, neighbor service, productivity, and established labor expectations.
• Analyze store performance and develop action plans to improve sales, profitability, productivity, loyalty, and neighbor engagement.
• Maintain accountability for inventory management, cash controls, audits, and other key operational and financial expectations.
• Ensure consistent execution of daily stocking and down stocking, merchandising, animal care, cleanliness, safety, security, and overall store standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching, recognition, performance management, and development opportunities for the store team.
• Resolve escalated neighbor, team member, and operational concerns appropriately.
• Build relationships within the local community and identify opportunities for events, partnerships, and local marketing.
• Communicate store results, staffing needs, opportunities, and significant concerns to District Leadership.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on the needs of the business.

Connaissances

Retail leadership

Staff development

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

MS Office

Formation

High school diploma

Outils

POS systems

MS Office

Description du poste

Position Overview-

At Pet Supplies Plus, we believe in providing an exceptional, neighborly experience for pets and the people who love them. As a locally owned and operated Pet Supplies Plus franchise, MPM Retail Holdings depends on strong Store Team Leaders who develop great teams, drive results, maintain high standards, and create a store that neighbors enjoy visiting and team members are proud to be part of.

The Store Team Leader (Store Manager) has overall responsibility and accountability for the leadership, performance, and operation of the store. Building upon all levels of store leadership, the Store Team Leader develops the leadership team, drives business results, manages staffing and labor, and ensures consistent execution of company standards.

Key Responsibilities-

• Take overall ownership and accountability for store operations, team performance, and business results.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Assistant Store Team Leader, Department Managers, Shift Supervisors, and team members.

• Build a strong leadership team by establishing clear expectations, delegating ownership, providing feedback, and holding leaders accountable for results.

• Recruit, interview, onboard, develop, and retain a fully staffed and engaged team.

• Create effective schedules that support business needs, neighbor service, productivity, and established labor expectations.

• Analyze store performance and develop action plans to improve sales, profitability, productivity, loyalty, and neighbor engagement.

• Maintain accountability for inventory management, cash controls, audits, and other key operational and financial expectations.

• Ensure consistent execution of daily stocking and down stocking, merchandising, animal care, cleanliness, safety, security, and overall store standards.

• Provide ongoing coaching, recognition, performance management, and development opportunities for the store team.

• Resolve escalated neighbor, team member, and operational concerns appropriately.

• Build relationships within the local community and identify opportunities for events, partnerships, and local marketing.

• Communicate store results, staffing needs, opportunities, and significant concerns to District Leadership.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on the needs of the business.

Leadership Expectations-

Store Team Leaders are expected to take full ownership of the store, its team, and its results. This includes developing capable leaders, establishing clear expectations, driving accountability, identifying opportunities, and implementing solutions that improve the business.

A successful Store Team Leader builds a leadership team capable of consistently executing company standards and effectively operating the store whether or not the Store Team Leader is physically present.

Qualification-

• 2+ years of retail leadership experience required.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold leaders and team members accountable.

• Ability to analyze business performance, identify opportunities, and develop plans to improve results.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong operational standards.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn company systems.

• 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.

MPM Retail Holdings is an independently owned and operated Pet Supplies Plus franchisee.

MPM Retail Holdings is a locally owned and operated Pet Supplies Plus franchise serving communities throughout North and South Carolina. As an independently owned franchise, we combine the resources and recognition of the Pet Supplies Plus brand with the culture, flexibility, and personal connection of a local business.
We believe great stores start with great teams. Our culture is built around taking care of our Neighbors, supporting one another, maintaining high standards, and creating an environment where team members can learn and grow. We value reliability, teamwork, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to create great experiences for pets and the people who love them.
We are committed to developing talent from within and providing opportunities for team members to build their careers in retail leadership, store operations, and professional pet grooming. Whether you’re looking for your first job or your next leadership opportunity, MPM Retail Holdings offers the chance to grow with a local company while being part of the Pet Supplies Plus family.