Merchandising Sales Associate

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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.

As a FAST Team Member, it is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented. You must be able to fulfill 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.
• 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 a Legendary shopping experience that stands out from the competition.
• Provide peak coverage as needed (e.g., Day After Thanksgiving).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience:

Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is 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 regardless of education level.

• Knowledge in farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ethical issue resolution with minimal conflict.
• Self-directed with the ability to complete tasks independently.

• Generally indoor environment with moderate noise.
• Shifts typically range from 4 to over 8 hours, varying by store.
• Travel between store locations using personal vehicle, often for extended periods.
• Maintain a safe, productive environment following safety guidelines.
• Work on hard surfaces, with adequate lighting and temperature.

• Ability to travel as needed.
• Push/pull merchandise up to 2,000 lbs 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.
• Effective communication skills.
• Handle contact with birds/poultry.
• Complete required training successfully.
• Operate necessary equipment (excluding forklift and baler if under 18).
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Drive a vehicle.
• Stand, walk, reach overhead, and transfer merchandise.
• Move quickly and safely throughout the store and outdoor areas.

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

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

Apply or refer a friend through our internal portal.

Our Mission and Values guide us in creating a positive culture. We promote work-life balance with our benefits and total rewards offerings. Your opportunity is Out Here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.