Retail Sales Associate

**Join Our Pack at Global Pet Foods Truro**

Are you passionate about pets? Would you love helping pet parents find the best products to help keep their furry companions happy and healthy? If so, **Global Pet Foods Truro** is looking for YOU

We’re a **local, family-owned** business that has proudly served **Colchester County since 2010**. Our mission is to provide pet parents with expert advice, high-quality products, and exceptional service—because pets are undeniably part of the family

We’re growing and searching for a **friendly, energetic, and pet-loving Sales Associate** who shares our love for pets and commitment to exceptional customer service. If you’re enthusiastic about working in a rewarding environment where you can make a real difference, this could be your ideal job

**Why You'll Love Working With Us**:
**Fun & Engaging Work Environment** - Be part of a upbeat, pet-loving team (with pets visiting)

**Competitive Pay** - Earn a competitive wage while doing something you love
**Work-Life Balance** - Predictable scheduling so you can plan your time.
**Awesome Discounts & Perks** - Get **exclusive savings** on pet products (plus some freebies)
**Bonus Opportunities** - Your hard work pays off
**Ongoing Training & Growth** - Learn more about pet nutrition, wellness, and retail operations with the potential for growth within the business
**Health Benefits & Vacation Pay** - 4% vacation pay plus access to health benefits.
**Make a Difference** - Support local animal rescues and community initiatives

**What You'll Do**:
✔ **Become a Pet Care Expert** - Help customers choose the best products for their furry friends.
✔ **Deliver Top-Notch Service** - Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service.
✔ **Keep the Store Pawsome** - Assist with merchandising, inventory, and keeping the store tidy.
✔ **Stay in the Know** - Participate in training to expand your pet knowledge.
✔ **Represent the Brand** - Help out at community events and be a proud ambassador for Global Pet Foods
✔ **Be a Team Player** - Support the team and mentor new team members.

✔ **Get Creative** - If you have experience with **photography or social media**, you can help showcase our amazing products, adorable furry friends, and special promotions online

**Who You Are**:
✔ Outgoing, friendly, and customer-focused.
✔ Passionate about pets and eager to learn more about animal care and nutrition.
✔ A great communicator with strong problem-solving skills.
✔ Detail-oriented and organized, with a knack for keeping things running smoothly.
✔ Reliable, flexible, a self-starter, and always ready to jump in where needed.

**What You Bring**:
✔ **Retail experience** (at least 1 year preferred).
✔ **Strong customer service skills** - you love making people (and pets) happy.
✔ **Physical ability** - able to lift up to 40lbs, climb ladders, and be on your feet.
✔ **Availability** - willing to work **mornings, afternoons and evenings on weekdays and weekends** (position not suitable for full-time students).

✔ **Cash Handling**: Experience managing transactions.

✔ **Reliable transportation** to get to and from work.
✔ **High school diploma or equivalent.**

✔ **Bonus** - Experience with **photography and social media content creation** is an asset

**Ready to Join Our Team?**

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we’d love to hear from you

**We can’t wait to meet you**
- *Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. _
- *This position is not suitable for summer students relocating for school in the Fall._

**Job Type**: Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$21.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Designated paid holidays
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Shift:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Work days:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

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?
- Why do you want to work at Global Pet Foods?
- Approximately how many minutes would it take for you to commute to our store at 68 Robie Street, Truro?
- Do you currently reside in Colchester County?
- Approximately how many hours per week are you hoping to work at this job?
- 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: 2025-05-06