About Pup Social

Pup Social is Chicago’s first private membership club where dogs and their humans can play, relax, and connect. With a supervised off-leash park, canine-friendly lounges, training and grooming services, retail options, and exciting events, Pup Social is the ultimate hub for dog lovers and their furry companions.

We’re seeking individuals who are passionate about this concept and want to join the founding team to bring this innovative community to life. Sound like you? Read on!

Retail Store Manager Job Description

Pup Social is looking for an experienced Retail Store Manager to join our team! This role offers the chance to help shape a one-of-a-kind retail experience for pet owners and their beloved pups. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in retail management, with experience in e-commerce or product management preferred. If you bring all three skills, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities Include:

- Managing inventory and overseeing retail staff.
- Ensuring the store is organized, fresh, and optimized for sales.

- Staying attuned to customer preferences and market trends.

- Researching new products and curating seasonal collections.

- Developing vendor relationships and ensuring e-commerce orders are fulfilled on time.

- Supporting the launch and growth of Pup Social’s retail space.

This is more than just a store management role—it’s an exciting opportunity to engage in product research and development, attend annual pet industry expos, and contribute to private label product creation. For full-time hires, this position offers a clear path to promotion into a Product Manager role.

Why This Role is Exciting

You’ll start by helping to set up our retail store and e-commerce platform, but that’s just the beginning. You’ll play an integral role in product development, selecting collections, and identifying trends. You’ll attend trade expos to stay ahead of the curve and ensure Pup Social offers the best products in the market. Best of all, your pup will benefit from free treats and goodies to test as part of the role!

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a team player who loves dogs, people, and building community. You should be:

- Experienced in managing retail teams and inventory.

- Skilled at creating relationships with vendors and training staff.

- Organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable with e-commerce tools.

- Passionate about innovation and adapting to challenges.

Preferred qualifications include experience in dog-related industries, store (or e-store) management, and product management.

Perks of the Job ( for full-time employees)

- Competitive hybrid compensation ($45,000–$50,000 in the first year), with an annual bonus.

- Health insurance, PTO, and childcare reimbursementGrowth opportunities and potential stock options after one year of full-time work.

- Bring your dog to work two days a week and enjoy a free club membership for your pup!

Application Details

Candidates seeking full-time employment will be prioritized, so please specify in your letter of interest whether you are applying for a full-time or part-time role.

To apply, please send:

- A letter of introduction and interest (include your legal name, preferred name, pronouns, and contact information).

- Your resume.

- Contact details for at least two professional references.

Send your application to:
Maren Rosenberg (she/her) at Maren@pupsocial.com
Subject Line: Retail Store Manager Application – [Your Name]

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early! Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pup Social is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or parental status.

We look forward to hearing from you and learning about why you’re excited to join Pup Social!