Job Description

We are looking for an assistant manager to join our team and help drive the shop to the next level.

Do you have a background in animal retail - if so we want you. We are an independent business offering flexibility in the role for you to add your own stamp. Help define the product range, which animals we have in and what products we stock.

The role will be working aprox 35 hours a week across 5 days including weekend working.

Planet Pets is based on the Royal Quays outlet centre and sells a range of animals and aquatics. If you are a sales driven, entrepreneurial individual with a business mind and a passion for aquatics then we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an experienced person who has previously worked in a pet shop to join our store which sells aquatics and reptiles (previous aquatic, reptile or pet shop experience essential). We have a range of tropical and cold water fish and then a selection of reptiles, inverts, birds and small animals. We then stock a range of dry foods and accessories for dogs and cats and all the above and we serve a range of customers every week from passing trade to our local regulars.

You will be responsible for serving customers, caring for the animals as well as ordering, paperwork, compliance, dealing with queries and advertising on social media and supporting the store manager.

A strong knowledge of animals is essential (this is not a learn on the job opportunity). You will be tested in interview across all knowledge areas including identifying fish and their care, small animals/ bird basic husbandry and reptile knowledge. You will need to advise customers in all areas and refine the product range throughout the year to push margin and drive sales.

Details

Benefits:

- Pay - 13.20/h

- 28 days holiday

- 25% Staff discount on all store products

- Uniform provided

Application

Please apply via CV and covering letter and ensure you answer the below. Your covering letter should detail your relevant experience in aquatics/ reptiles an why you believe you are suited to the role. Any applicants not completing all the above will not be considered and no CV's will be reviewed unless there is a completed individual covering letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.20 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability Weekends only
Work Location: In person