Merchandising Sales Associate

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Qualifications
As a FAST Team Member it is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable and service-oriented, as you must be able to fulfill all of the following requirements:
Experience: Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is required
Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license
Regardless of education level, FAST Team Members must be able to read, write and count accurately
Ability to travel as required in support of district needs
Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack)
Ability to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead
Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders
Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, side lot, stock area, and register area
Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment
Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation
Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers
Ability to handle and be in contact with birds/poultry
Ability to successfully complete all required training
Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run a store (e.g. dolly, handtruck, forklift, baler, computer, cash register) (forklift and baler requirements do not apply if under the age of 18)
Sitting
Lifting up to 50 pounds
Driving a vehicle
Standing (not walking)
Walking
Reaching overhead
Ability to move and transfer merchandise, weighing up to 50 pounds, throughout the store
Ability to move throughout the store for an entire shift
It is essential that Team Members have the physical and mental stamina and ability to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely
Responsibilities
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 (Min 5%)
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:
Greet the Customer
Uncover Customer’s Needs & Wants
Recommend Product Solutions
Ask to Add Value & Appreciate the Customer
Ensure the customer has a Legendary shopping experience that differentiates from the competition
Provide peak coverage as needed (E.g., Day After Thanksgiving)
FAST Team Members also may be required to perform other duties as assigned
Working environment is favorable, generally working inside with moderate noise
Work shifts vary from one store to another, but generally are no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours
Traveling between store locations in your personal vehicle is required; often with long periods of time
Promote a safe and productive work environment for Team Members and customers and adhere to Company safety training and guidelines
Indoor floors and outdoor lots generally are hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.) lighting and temperature are adequate
A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor
Job description
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.

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

As a FAST Team Member it is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable and service-oriented, as you must be able to fulfill all of the following requirements:
• 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:
• Greet the Customer.
• Uncover Customer’s Needs & Wants.
• Recommend Product Solutions.
• Ask to Add Value & Appreciate the Customer.
• Ensure the customer has a Legendary shopping experience that differentiates from the competition.
• Provide peak coverage as needed (E.g., Day After Thanksgiving).
• FAST Team Members also may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Prior retail and/or merchandising experience is required. Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required. Regardless of education level, FAST Team Members must be able to read, write and count accurately.

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 and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
• Must be self-directed and have the ability to complete assignments with little to no assistance.

Working Conditions
• Working environment is favorable, generally working inside with moderate noise.
• Work shifts vary from one store to another, but generally are no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours
• Traveling between store locations in your personal vehicle is required; often with long periods of time
• Promote a safe and productive work environment for Team Members and customers and adhere to Company safety training and guidelines
• Indoor floors and outdoor lots generally are hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.) lighting and temperature are adequate.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to travel as required in support of district needs.
• Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack).
• Ability to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead.
• Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders.
• Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, side lot, stock area, and register area.
• Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation.
• Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Ability to handle and be in contact with birds/poultry.
• Ability to successfully complete all required training.
• Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run a store (e.g. dolly, handtruck, forklift, baler, computer, cash register) (forklift and baler requirements do not apply if under the age of 18).
• Sitting
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Driving a vehicle
• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
• Reaching overhead
• Ability to move and transfer merchandise, weighing up to 50 pounds, throughout the store.
• Ability to move throughout the store for an entire shift.
• It is essential that Team Members have the physical and mental stamina and ability to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely.
• This position is non-sedentary.

Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.