Outdoor Loadout & Merchandising Associate

Rural King; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match on contributions

Healthcare plans

Virtual doctor visits

Centers of Excellence program

15% Associate Discount

SmartDollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Associate Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

YMCA Membership

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a customer-oriented associate to assist shoppers, load purchases, and maintain site presentation. You’ll ensure accurate pricing, manage load-out signatures, and help keep the parking and exterior areas tidy.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and responsive service in a fast-paced retail environment. Ideal candidates communicate clearly, adapt to priority changes, work independently when needed, and thrive in a community-focused store.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Engage with the team in a fast-paced setting with proactivity.
• Active listening and clear, concise responses.
• Sound decision making in professional contexts.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and business needs.
• Ability to operate independently without direct supervision.
• Familiarity with in-store computer systems and handheld devices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service by assisting customers in loading their purchases into their vehicles.
• Collect customer signatures for load out tickets to confirm successful transactions.
• Perform load outs for customers from the store to their vehicles, ensuring safe loading.
• Adhere to the Outdoor Merchandising Guide to maintain a consistent outside presentation.
• Ensure accurate pricing of products for customer convenience.
• Keep the parking lot, corral, and designated areas clean and well-maintained.
• Zone outside merchandising spaces during intervals to maintain an orderly display.
• Use standard office equipment and operate retail equipment such as Telxon gun, forklift, pallet jack, ladder.
• Participate in cross-training for flexibility in various departments.
• Engage in learning initiatives such as training programs, workshops, and webinars.
• Provide friendly, proactive internal and external support to others.
• Demonstrate Rural King’s Values in daily work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team engagement

Active listening

Decision making

Adaptability

Independence

Tech familiarity

Tools

Telxon gun

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Rural King is seeking a customer-oriented associate to assist shoppers, load purchases, and maintain site presentation. You’ll ensure accurate pricing, manage load-out signatures, and help keep the parking and exterior areas tidy.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and responsive service in a fast-paced retail environment. Ideal candidates communicate clearly, adapt to priority changes, work independently when needed, and thrive in a community-focused store.