Merchandising Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company; Dundas (MN); 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 executing planograms, maintaining visual standards, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have retail experience and a passion for delivering a legendary shopping experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with customers, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values teamwork, innovation, and customer satisfaction, and make a difference in the lives of customers every day.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is required.
• Must be able to read, write, and count accurately.

Responsibilities

• Execute planograms and maintain visual merchandise standards.
• Deliver legendary customer service through proactive communication.
• Assemble merchandise and perform detailed recovery.

Skills

Retail experience

Merchandising experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Balers

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, 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

• 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. Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is preferred. Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid driver’s license.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required. FAST Team Members must be able to read, write, and count accurately regardless of education level.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

• Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge 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

• Generally indoor environment with moderate noise.
• Shifts typically no less than 4 hours, possibly exceeding 8 hours.
• Travel between store locations in personal vehicle required.
• Adherence to safety guidelines and promotion of a safe work environment.
• Work on hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt) with adequate lighting and temperature.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to push/pull up to 2,000 pounds with proper equipment.
• Ability to lift or reach overhead.
• Frequent standing, kneeling, twisting, crouching, bending, and climbing ladders.
• Operate store equipment safely.
• Read, write, and count accurately for documentation.
• Handle contact with birds/poultry.
• Operate equipment like forklifts and balers if applicable.
• Sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, reaching overhead, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Operate a vehicle.
• Move merchandise throughout the store efficiently.

Disclaimer

This job description provides an overview of responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Duties should be performed as assigned by the supervisor.