Merchandising Sales Associate

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Merchandising Sales Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves traveling to various store locations to execute essential merchandising tasks, including planograms and signage maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring a legendary customer experience. If you are passionate about retail and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while engaging with customers and enhancing store operations.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and/or merchandising experience required.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete planograms, resets, and store layout initiatives accurately.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service through proactive communication.
• Ensure a positive shopping experience that differentiates from competitors.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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, merchandise and fixture assembly, and signage maintenance. The FAST Team Member interacts with customers and Team Members to deliver a Legendary Customer Experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work scheduled shifts, including varied hours, days, nights, and overtime as needed.
• Communicate proactively with District FAST Supervisor about work progress, issues, and solutions.
• Complete planograms, resets, and store layout initiatives accurately and timely.
• Maintain visual merchandise standards and perform store-specific measurements.
• Complete cycle counts and the Tractor Way top cap process.
• Hang signage, assemble merchandise, fixtures, and PDQs.
• Perform detailed recovery and review planogram integrity.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service through GURA: Greet, Uncover needs, Recommend solutions, and Add value.
• Ensure a positive shopping experience that differentiates from competitors.
• Provide peak coverage during high-traffic times (e.g., Day After Thanksgiving).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Prior retail and/or merchandising experience required. Knowledge of farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding is preferred.
• Must be 18 or older with a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; ability to read, write, and count accurately is essential.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor work environments with moderate noise.
• Shifts typically range from 4 to over 8 hours, with travel between store locations using personal vehicle.
• Adherence to safety guidelines is required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to push/pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with equipment.
• Regularly stand, kneel, reach overhead, and move merchandise up to 50 pounds.
• Operate store equipment and communicate effectively.

Disclaimer

This overview is not exhaustive; all duties are performed under supervisor guidance.