Merchandising Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company•New Market, MD

About The Position

This position works as part of the Field Activity Support Team (FAST), primarily in a single store, to execute start-to-finish variable tasks such as planograms, signage, and price changes. The role also supports merchandise and fixture assembly and signage maintenance, and interacts with customers and team members while providing legendary customer service. FAST Team Members must be available, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented. Shifts vary by store and generally last at least 4 hours, and may exceed 10 hours. The working environment is generally indoors with moderate noise, though work may also take place in outdoor lots. The position is non-sedentary and involves moving throughout the store, handling merchandise, and performing physical tasks. Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply describe their team members as central to the company’s success and state that they offer a total rewards package intended to support team members and their families. Benefits and eligibility details vary by position and employment status.

Requirements

Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is required.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be able to read, write, and count accurately, regardless of education level.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Basic computer skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments with little to no assistance.
Ability to be near or around birds or poultry.
Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders.
Ability to move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the store.
Ability to move throughout the store for an entire shift and occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead.
Ability to push and pull merchandise weighing up to 2,000 pounds with proper material-handling equipment, such as a pallet jack.
Ability to use written and verbal communication effectively with team members and customers.

Nice To Haves

Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge.
A high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Maintain regular and predictable attendance and work scheduled shifts based on business needs.
Communicate proactively and regularly with the District FAST Supervisor and Store Operations about work completion and issues, and offer solutions.
Complete planograms and resets accurately and on time.
Maintain visual merchandise standards.
Perform project-related measurements and complete store layout initiatives.
Complete store price changes accurately and on time.
Install, update, and maintain store signage, including circulars, price cuts, and managers’ specials.
Assemble merchandise, fixtures, and PDQs.
Perform recovery and review planogram integrity.
Prioritize customers and provide legendary service using GURA: Greet the Customer, Uncover the Customers’ needs, Recommend products, and Ask for the Sale.
Promote a safe and productive work environment for team members and customers, and follow company safety training and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Successfully complete required training.