Merchandising Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; 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, executing essential tasks like planograms, and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess retail experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for delivering a legendary shopping experience. With a commitment to work-life balance and career growth, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment while making a difference in the community. If you're adaptable and service-oriented, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Execute variable tasks such as planograms and merchandise assembly.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service through proactive communication.
• Travel to various store locations as needed.

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.

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 and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Communicate proactively and regularly with the District FAST Supervisor regarding work completion, issues, and solutions.
• Complete planograms and resets accurately and promptly.
• 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 differentiates from competitors.
• 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. Knowledge in farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding preferred. Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required. Must be able to read, write, and count accurately regardless of education level.

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 ethical issue resolution with minimal conflict.
• Self-directed with the ability to complete tasks independently.

Working Conditions

• Generally indoor environment with moderate noise.
• Shifts vary, generally no less than 4 hours, possibly exceeding 8 hours.
• Travel between store locations in personal vehicle required.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and promote a safe work environment.
• Work on hard surfaces with adequate lighting and temperature.

Physical Requirements

• Travel as needed within district.
• Push/pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with 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 required training successfully.
• Operate all necessary equipment, including forklifts if age-appropriate.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Drive vehicles and move merchandise throughout the store.

Disclaimer

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

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense, our Team Members are our success. We offer comprehensive benefits to support their well-being and growth, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources.

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Our Mission and Values guide us in creating a positive culture and making a difference through how we do our work.

We support work-life balance and are committed to your career growth. Your opportunity is out here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.