Sales Representative

We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused Sales Specialist to join our team at Petco. As a Sales Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing an exceptional shopping experience for our guests by offering personalized product recommendations and exceptional customer service.

• Provide a great experience by engaging with guests utilizing your acquired skills and training.
• Assist guests' selection and recommendation of merchandise and services in accordance with their identified needs.
• Demonstrate a high level of interest in the welfare, health, and proper handling of all animals.
• Process register transactions and create a great experience for each guest.
• Generate future business through a deep understanding of the guests and their pet/s and connection to our digital platforms.
• Perform related duties in support of the Pet Care Center attaining its assigned sales goals.
• Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to create a great presentation for our guests.
• Completes and applies training programs to maintain a high level of expertise of their role.
• Adhere to established operational guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration.
• Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Evaluate guest inquiries and as needed refers to the Leader on Duty.

• Minimum of one year of sales experience is required for this position.
• Qualified applicants will possess a high level of knowledge of pet nutrition and an aptitude for sales techniques.
• In addition to having a professional appearance and demeanor, applicants must also demonstrate a keen and genuine interest in animals and their care.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills are necessary due to the nature of interaction with the public and other partners and leaders within the store.

• Prior pet nutrition experience and working with and/or caring for pets is recommended.

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although merchandise receiving, merchandise carry-outs, or stock balancing will require leaving the store briefly. This position requires bending, kneeling, moving merchandise and standing for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and pull 2000 lbs utilizing material handling equipment. Improper use of safety equipment and/or not following proper lifting techniques may pose a risk of injury to customers, pets, and Pet Care Center personnel. Follow all safety precautions and procedures.