Store Team Leader

Pet Supplies Plus; Belmont (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus in Belmont, NC is seeking a Store Team Leader (Store Manager) to oversee daily operations and drive results. You will lead the store team, build a strong leadership bench, and ensure neighborly service that keeps customers and pets happy.

You will recruit, coach, schedule, manage inventory, and partner with District Leadership to maintain high standards and safe, friendly shopping experiences for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail leadership experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach, develop, and hold leaders and team members accountable.
• Ability to analyze business performance and develop plans to improve results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with 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.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership for store operations, team performance, and results.
• Lead, coach, and develop store leaders and teammates.
• Build a strong leadership team with clear expectations and accountability.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, develop, and retain a fully staffed team.
• Create schedules that support neighbor service, productivity, and labor standards.
• Analyze store performance and implement action plans to improve sales and profitability.
• Maintain inventory controls, cash handling, audits, and other standards.
• Ensure consistent stocking, merchandising, animal care, cleanliness, safety, and store standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching, recognition, and development opportunities.
• Address escalated neighbor, team member, and operational concerns.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Operational planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.