Merchandising Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company; Town of Ticonderoga (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Merchandising Sales Associate to join their dynamic team. This entry-level role involves executing merchandising tasks, maintaining visual standards, and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess retail experience and strong communication skills, ensuring customers receive a Legendary shopping experience. Join a company that values its team members and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical and tuition reimbursement. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about retail and customer interaction.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Prior retail or merchandising experience is required.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain visual merchandise standards and complete planograms.
• Ensure customers have a Legendary shopping experience.
• Travel between store locations using personal vehicle.

Skills

Retail Experience

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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, which includes greeting customers, uncovering their needs and wants, recommending product solutions, and adding value with appreciation.
• 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. Knowledge in farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding 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. 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills with minimal conflict resolution.
• Self-directed with the ability to complete assignments independently.

Working Conditions

• Primarily indoor environment with moderate noise; outdoor lots are hard surfaces.
• Shifts generally no less than 4 hours, possibly exceeding 8 hours.
• Travel between store locations using personal vehicle, often for long periods.
• Adhere to safety guidelines to promote a safe work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as needed.
• Push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with proper equipment.
• Lift or reach overhead occasionally.
• Stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, climb ladders.
• Operate store equipment and complete documentation accurately.
• Handle and contact birds/poultry.
• Operate equipment like forklifts if age-appropriate.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities throughout shifts.

Disclaimer

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

Company Info

At Tractor Supply, our Team Members are key to our success. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources. Benefits may vary based on role and eligibility.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Retail