Sales Associate (Healthy Pet Specialist)

Global Pet Foods Truro is a local family-owned and operated business. We have proudly been serving Truro and surrounding areas since 2010 along with our sister store in New Glasgow which opened in 2012! We believe pets are undeniably part of the family, and our passion is helping fellow pet parents find solutions to help provide their companion pets with the best life possible.

We are expanding our team and seeking a dynamic individual who has at least one year of experience working in retail. If you love pets and helping people, and want to work at a job that is both interesting and rewarding, we may have the perfect position for you!

What You'll Get

• Competitive compensation
• Fair and predictable scheduling
• Awesome company discounts
• Bonus opportunities
• A fun, engaging work environment
• The ability to enhance your knowledge of pet care and nutrition and build lasting relationships with our furry visitors and their families
• Opportunity for growth
• Opportunity for free pet food
• Opportunity for Comprehensive Health Benefits
• 4% vacation accrual on top of rate of pay
• The ability to work for a growing locally owned and operated business in a thriving sector of retail

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Retail Sales Associate Responsibilities:

• Share your expertise in pet care and nutrition to help fellow pet parents make informed decisions to support the overall health and well-being of their companion pets
• Build lasting customer relationships
• Assist your team in all aspects of operating the workplace (inventory maintenance, merchandising, store cleanliness, etc.) and creating a fun, inviting space for all
• Undergo frequent product training
• Represent Global Pet Foods at local events
• Assist in job shadowing for new employees

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Who You Are:

• A charismatic, energetic 'people person' who consistently exudes a positive attitude
• Passionate about pets, nutrition, and helping others
• Self-motivated and committed to team success
• Organized and goal-driven
• Someone who likes to keep busy!
• Values ongoing learning and professional development
• Solution-oriented and able to solve problems quickly
• Reliable and flexible
• Polite, respectful, trustworthy

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Retail Sales Associate Qualifications and Skills:

• 1 Year of Experience Required
• The ability to deliver exceptional customer experiences
• A genuine interest in animal care and well-being (caring for your own pet or volunteering with pets is a strong asset)
• The ability to lift and stack up to 33lbs/Comfortable using ladders/can stand for long periods of time
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and numeracy skills
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to work shifts on weekdays, evenings, and weekends
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation
• Proficiency using computers, POS systems, email, and spreadsheets

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Please submit a coverletter and resume which states your availability and why you'd be a great fit with our team!

Thank you for your interest in Global Pet Foods! Only those selected to proceed in the process will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Shift:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Work setting:

• Specialty store

Application question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada (Citizen / Permanent Resident / Valid Work Permit)?
• What date would you be able to start this job?
• Approximately how many minutes would it take for you to commute to our store at 68 Robie Street, Truro?
• Are there any times you are NOT available to work during the following times:

Mondays - Fridays: 9 am - 9 pm
Saturdays: - 9 am - 8 pm
Sundays: 10 am - 6 pm

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
• customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• volunteering or caring for a pet at home: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• drivers licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-01-23