Merchandising Sales Associate

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated FAST Team Member to provide exceptional service and support across various store locations. This role involves executing planograms, assembling merchandise, and ensuring a legendary customer experience. Ideal candidates will have a background in retail or merchandising, strong communication skills, and a passion for customer service. Join a team that values work-life balance and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement, as you contribute to making life better for customers and fellow team members alike.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Prior retail and/or merchandising experience required.
• Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Travel to stores within assigned district to execute tasks.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service through proactive communication.

Skills

Retail Experience

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Dollies

Handtrucks

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.

Do you love the life out here and want to share it with others? At Tractor Supply, we strive to make the life out here a little bit better each day for both our neighbors and our teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

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

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work scheduled shifts with the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and overtime as needed.
• Communicate proactively with your District FAST Supervisor regarding work completion, issues, and solutions.
• Accurately and timely complete planograms and resets.
• Perform store-specific measurements and accurate cycle counts.
• Complete Tractor Way top cap process and hang store signage.
• Assemble merchandise, fixtures, and PDQs.
• Review planogram integrity and perform detailed recovery.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service through GURA: Greet, Uncover needs, Recommend solutions, and Ask to add value and appreciate.
• Ensure customers have a shopping experience that stands out 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 required; farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge preferred. Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; ability to read, write, and count accurately is essential regardless of education level.

Preferred knowledge, skills, or abilities

• Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• 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 vary, typically no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours.
• Travel between store locations in personal vehicle required, often for extended periods.
• Maintain a safe, productive environment following safety guidelines.
• Work on hard surfaces and outdoor lots with adequate lighting and temperature.

Physical Requirements

• Travel as needed within district.
• 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.
• Access all store areas safely.
• Operate store equipment and complete documentation accurately.
• Handle contact with birds/poultry.
• Complete all training successfully.
• Operate equipment like dollies, handtrucks, forklifts, balers, computers, and registers (forklift/baler if 18+).
• Lifting up to 50 pounds and driving required.
• Maintain stamina to move throughout store and outdoor areas quickly and safely.

Disclaimer

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

Company Info

Our Team Members are central to our success. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources. Benefits vary by role and eligibility.

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Our Mission and Values guide us. We believe in work-life balance and supporting our Team Members’ growth. Your opportunity is out here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.