Distribution Lead (Shipping, 2nd shift)

As a Key Holder, you are a trusted member of the leadership team who helps ensure smooth daily operations, exceptional customer service, and a safe, secure environment for pets, partners, and customers. What You’ll Do Uphold Petco’s animal care standards, ensuring the health, safety, and proper handling of all animals. Promote a safe, welcoming environment for pets, pet parents, and partners. Follow all policies and procedures related to animal welfare, safety, and store operations. Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, and solution‑oriented service to every customer. Support and supervise store partners, helping maintain productivity and positive morale. Assist with training new partners and reinforcing best practices on the sales floor. Help maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment. Open and close the store while following all cash handling, safety, and security protocols. Support daily store operations including sales, task execution, and recovery. Execute merchandising standards, including planograms, pricing accuracy, signage, and promotional set‑ups. Assist with inventory activities such as restocking, cycle counts, inventory integrity, and required inventory paperwork. Identify out‑of‑stocks, low inventory, or merchandising issues and communicate them to store leadership. Process transactions, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently. Act as the primary point of contact in the absence of store management. Support sales initiatives and promotions to help achieve store goals. Key Responsibilities Maintain merchandise presentation and in‑stock conditions to Petco standards. Ensure accurate pricing and signage throughout the store. Assist with inventory counts, product replenishment, and shrink awareness. Monitor merchandising and inventory conditions during shifts and elevate issues as needed. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards. Address customer questions and resolve concerns promptly and professionally. Model Petco’s selling behaviors and service expectations. Provide guidance and direction to partners during assigned shifts. Escalate concerns appropriately to store leadership. What Success Looks Like The store opens and closes safely and smoothly. Merchandise is well‑stocked, accurately priced, and visually appealing. Inventory is handled accurately and with care. Customers receive prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable service. Partners feel supported and clear on expectations during each shift. What You Bring Previous retail experience required; key holder or supervisory experience preferred. Strong leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Basic math skills and experience handling cash and transactions. Reliable, responsible, and detail‑oriented. Essential Functions & Work Environment Regular presence on the sales floor, leading by example and engaging with partners, customers, and pets. Majority of work indoors; occasional duties may require leaving the Pet Care Center for tasks such as bank deposits, merchandise transport, or community events. Frequent standing and walking; bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting required up to 50 pounds. Work in proximity to animals, including exposure to dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals. Flexible availability to support operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Limited travel may be required for training, meetings, or community engagement. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Why You’ll Love It Here Purpose‑driven work that makes a difference for pets and people. Opportunities to build leadership skills and grow your career. A collaborative, inclusive team culture. A strong stepping stone for future leadership opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. Pay Range Hourly: $18.75 - $28.75. Salary range may vary according to state regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr