Merchandising Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated FAST Team Member to join their dynamic team. This role involves traveling to various store locations to execute essential tasks, including merchandise assembly and planogram execution. The ideal candidate will be service-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience. With a focus on teamwork and flexibility, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to a thriving retail environment while enjoying comprehensive benefits and support for personal and professional growth. If you are ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Travel to stores within an assigned district to execute tasks.
• Provide Legendary Customer Service and maintain store signage.

Skills

Retail Experience

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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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, as you must be able to fulfill 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.
• Perform store-specific measurements.
• 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 the Customer.
  • Uncover Customer’s Needs & Wants.
  • Recommend Product Solutions.
  • Ask to Add Value & 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).
• FAST Team Members may also be required to 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 of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license.

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

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.
• Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments with little to no assistance.

Working Conditions

• Generally working indoors with moderate noise.
• Work shifts vary from one store to another, generally no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours.
• Traveling between store locations in your personal vehicle is required, often for long periods.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Indoor floors and outdoor lots are generally hard surfaces with adequate lighting and temperature.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as required.
• Push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with proper equipment.
• Occasionally lift or reach overhead merchandise.
• Frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders.
• Safely access all store areas.
• Operate store equipment such as computers, cash registers, etc.
• Read, write, and count accurately.
• Handle contact with birds/poultry.
• Complete all required training.
• Operate equipment necessary for store operations.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Driving a vehicle.
• Standing, walking, reaching overhead.
• Move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Move throughout the store for entire shifts.
• Maintain physical and mental stamina to move safely and efficiently.
• This position is non-sedentary.

Disclaimer

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

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are our success drivers. We are committed to supporting them with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources. Benefits may vary depending on role and eligibility.

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Our Mission and Values guide us and form the foundation of our culture, emphasizing how we do things as much as what we do.

We believe in work-life balance and offer benefits that support personal and professional growth. Your opportunity is out here with Tractor Supply and Petsense.