Not what it used to be. Lots of stress but could vary by your district. - Store Manager PetSmart Employee Review

1.0
11 May 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Pay is pretty good for retail managers.

Cons

Bully District manager that makes job threats and calls salons liars. Pressure to perform is immense. We all have to perform at our jobs thats one thing but contant threats is another. For example store managers (according to our DM) will automatically lose their jobs if you fail an internal audit which is a one day snapshot of your store. Just not a comforting feeling and doesnt provide a culture of trust.

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PetSmart Response
7y
Thank you for your review! We're sorry to hear this has been your experience. We'd like to understand more so that we can address. Please contact the CareSmart line at 1-800-738-4693. Thank you , again, for your time.

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Pros

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Cons

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PetSmart Response
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Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate hearing about your experience and are glad you found positive aspects of your store's culture. We also understand your concerns around technology and communication. If you'd like to talk more about your experience or get additional support, please reach out to our CareSmart team at 1-800-738-4693.
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