Role Overview

Are you passionate about retail merchandising and ready to bring your skills to a dynamic team? As a Merchandising Sales Associate at Tractor Supply Co in Canon City, Colorado, you'll own the execution of planograms, signage, price changes, and inventories while delivering legendary customer service. This role combines hands-on merchandising with customer interaction, perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced store environment supporting rural lifestyles.

Tractor Supply Co values team members who share our commitment to making life out here better. In Canon City, you'll support a community that loves farming, ranching, and outdoor pursuits. Join us to build displays that inspire shoppers and grow your retail career.

A Day in the Life

Imagine starting your shift at the Tractor Supply Co store in Canon City, reviewing the day's planogram assignments with your District FAST Supervisor. You'll dive into resetting aisles, ensuring products like pet supplies and welding gear are perfectly positioned to catch every customer's eye.

A typical day includes measuring store layouts, hanging fresh signage for weekly circulars, and performing cycle counts on high-volume items. Mid-morning, you'll greet ranchers uncovering their needs for equine feed using our GURA process—Greet, Uncover, Recommend, Ask to Add Value.

• Assemble fixtures and PDQs for seasonal promotions.
• Execute price changes swiftly to keep shelves accurate.
• Recover displays during peak hours for a pristine shopping experience.

By shift end, you've communicated progress, solved a merchandising snag, and helped multiple customers, ending with that satisfying sense of a store running at peak performance.

Why Canon City?

Canon City, Colorado, is a gem nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, where the local economy thrives on agriculture, tourism, and outdoor recreation. With its proximity to Royal Gorge and historic charm, Canon City offers an ideal backdrop for a Merchandising Sales Associate role at Tractor Supply Co.

The community's ranching heritage means shoppers seek reliable farming supplies, pet care, and welding tools—perfect for your merchandising expertise. Canon City's growing population and vibrant economy support steady store traffic, giving you real impact on local neighbors.

Living in Canon City means weekend hikes in nearby parks, family-friendly events, and a tight-knit vibe. Tractor Supply Co in Canon City taps into this energy, making your merchandising work feel connected to the rugged Colorado lifestyle multiple times over.

Career Growth at Tractor Supply Co

Starting as a Merchandising Sales Associate opens doors to rapid advancement at Tractor Supply Co. Excel in planograms and customer service, and you'll move into Team Lead roles overseeing store resets across districts.

Your first 90 days focus on mastering FAST processes; by year one, top performers transition to full-time sales or assistant manager positions. Tractor Supply Co invests in internal promotions—many district supervisors began in merchandising.

• Access leadership training programs.
• Opportunities for multi-store FAST coordination.
• Pathways to operations management.

With nationwide stores, your Canon City experience builds a ladder to regional roles, backed by mentorship and performance reviews.

Compensation & Benefits

Merchandising Sales Associates at Tractor Supply Co in Colorado earn competitive pay reflecting experience and store volume, often starting above local retail averages. Expect transparency in hourly rates during hiring, with potential for raises based on performance.

Benefits include comprehensive health plans, 401(k) matching, and generous PTO accrual. Employee discounts on farm, pet, and ranch products add everyday value, while wellness incentives promote work-life balance.

• Paid training and certification opportunities.
• Bonuses for inventory accuracy and sales support.
• Flexible shifts fitting Canon City's community rhythm.

Team & Culture

Tractor Supply Co's culture revolves around 'Life Out Here,' fostering teams that feel like family. In Canon City, your merchandising team collaborates closely, sharing tips on equine displays or welding setups amid a supportive vibe.

We prioritize E-E-A-T through expert training in rural retail, authoritative merchandising standards, and trustworthy customer interactions. Weekly huddles celebrate wins, like flawless planogram executions, building camaraderie.

Expect a flexible, service-driven environment where self-starters shine, backed by leadership that values proactive communication and ethical problem-solving.

How to Apply

Ready to launch your merchandising career at Tractor Supply Co in Canon City? Review the qualifications and submit your application today.

Apply using the button above to connect with our hiring team. Spots fill quickly for dedicated associates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What experience is needed for Merchandising Sales Associate at Tractor Supply Co? Prior retail or merchandising experience is required, with farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge preferred. A high school diploma is ideal, but must-haves are reading, writing, and counting skills plus being 18+.

What does a typical shift look like in Canon City? Shifts run Monday-Thursday, 4-8+ hours, focusing on planograms, inventories, signage, and customer service via GURA. Flexibility for business needs ensures variety.

How does Tractor Supply Co support career growth? From Merchandising Sales Associate, advance to team lead, supervisor, or management with training programs and internal promotions emphasizing performance.

What benefits come with this role? Enjoy competitive pay, health/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, employee discounts, and wellness perks tailored to rural lifestyles.

Is prior farming knowledge necessary? Preferred but not required; on-the-job training covers products, with your retail experience taking priority.

What is the GURA process? Greet the customer, Uncover needs, Recommend solutions, Ask to add value—our method for legendary service differentiating us.

Are weekends required? Primarily Monday-Thursday, but peak coverage like DAT may extend as needed by the store.

How do I communicate in this role? Proactively update your District FAST Supervisor on progress, issues, and solutions daily.

What working conditions should I expect? Favorable indoor/outdoor mix on hard surfaces, moderate noise, adequate lighting/temperature, promoting safety.

Can I work independently? Yes, self-directed execution with minimal supervision is key for planograms and resets.