Merchandising Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company; Carrollton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Merchandising Sales Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves traveling to various store locations to execute merchandising tasks, maintain visual standards, and ensure a legendary shopping experience for customers. Ideal candidates will have a background in retail or merchandising, with a strong emphasis on customer service and communication skills. If you are adaptable, service-oriented, and ready to make a difference in the retail environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values excellence and fosters a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is required.
• Knowledge in farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute planograms and maintain visual merchandise standards.
• Provide Legendary Customer Service and support store operations.
• Travel between store locations and perform various merchandising tasks.

Skills

Retail Experience

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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Overall Job Summary

The Field Activity Support Team (FAST) Team Member is responsible for traveling to stores within an assigned district to own and execute “start to finish” variable tasks such as planograms, as well as provide support for other tasks including merchandise and fixture assembly, and the maintenance of all signage. The FAST Team Member will interact with customers and Team Members, while delivering a Legendary Customer Experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

As a FAST Team Member, it is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented, fulfilling all of the following requirements:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Communicate proactively and regularly with District FAST Supervisor on work completion, issues, and offer solutions to overcome.
• Complete planograms and resets accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain visual merchandise standards.
• Perform store-specific measurements.
• Complete store layout initiatives.
• Perform accurate cycle counts.
• Complete Tractor Way top cap process.
• Hang store signage.
• Assemble merchandise, fixtures, and PDQs.
• Perform detailed recovery and review planogram integrity.
• Deliver on our promise of Legendary Customer Service through GURA: Greet, Uncover needs, Recommend solutions, Add value, and Appreciate the customer.
• Ensure the customer has a Legendary shopping experience that differentiates from the competition.
• Provide peak coverage as needed (e.g., Day After Thanksgiving).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is required. Knowledge in farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding is preferred. Must be 18+ and possess a valid driver’s license.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Ability to read, write, and count accurately is essential.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

• Knowledge in farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
• Self-directed with the ability to complete assignments independently.

Working Conditions

• Mostly indoor environment with moderate noise.
• Shifts typically no less than 4 hours, may exceed 8 hours.
• Travel between store locations using personal vehicle, often for long durations.
• Adhere to safety guidelines to promote a safe work environment.
• Work on hard surfaces with adequate lighting and temperature.

Physical Requirements

• Travel as required.
• Push/pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with proper equipment.
• Lift or reach overhead occasionally.
• Stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, and climb ladders frequently.
• Operate store equipment and handle merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Handle contact with birds/poultry.
• Complete required training successfully.

Disclaimer

This overview is not exhaustive. All duties should be performed as assigned by a supervisor.