Merchandising Sales Associate

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated FAST Team Member to join their dynamic team. This role involves traveling to various store locations to execute essential tasks, including planograms and merchandise assembly, while ensuring customers receive a legendary shopping experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong retail background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for service. With a commitment to fostering a positive environment, this company offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities, making it a fantastic place to advance your career in retail. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and love engaging with customers, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Family Planning Resources

Qualifications

• Prior retail or merchandising experience is required.
• Knowledge in farming, ranching, or welding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute planograms and provide merchandise assembly support.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a focus on a legendary experience.

Skills

Retail Experience

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer

Cash Register

Forklift

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 better each day for 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. You must be able to fulfill all of the following requirements:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work scheduled shifts with the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and overtime as needed.
• Proactively communicate with your 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 Add value & Appreciate.
• Ensure customers have a Legendary shopping experience that sets us apart.
• 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 is preferred. Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required. Ability to read, write, and count accurately is essential.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

• Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ethical issue resolution.
• Self-directed with minimal assistance needed to complete tasks.

Working Conditions

• Generally indoor environment with moderate noise levels.
• Shifts typically no less than 4 hours, possibly exceeding 8 hours.
• Travel between store locations using personal vehicle, often for extended periods.
• Maintain a safe, productive environment following safety guidelines.
• Work on hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt), with adequate lighting and temperature.

Physical Requirements

• Travel as needed for district support.
• Push and 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 including computers and cash registers.
• Read, write, and count accurately for documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Handle contact with birds/poultry.
• Complete all required training successfully.
• Operate necessary equipment (e.g., dolly, handtruck, forklift, baler, computer).
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Drive vehicles.
• Stand, walk, reach overhead, and transfer merchandise throughout shifts.
• Maintain physical and mental stamina to move safely and efficiently.

Disclaimer

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

Company Info

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

Already a Team Member?

You must apply or refer a friend through our internal portal.

Our Mission and Values guide us in creating a positive culture. We believe in balancing work and personal life with our benefits and total rewards. Your opportunity is out here at Tractor Supply and Petsense, where we prioritize legendary service and growth opportunities.