Role Overview

Are you passionate about retail merchandising and ready to bring your skills to Tractor Supply Co in Clearlake, California? As a Merchandising Sales Associate, you'll travel across districts to execute planograms, assemble fixtures, and deliver legendary customer service. This dynamic role combines hands-on merchandising with customer interaction, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced retail environments.

Joining the Field Activity Support Team (FAST) means owning variable tasks from start to finish. You'll maintain visual standards, handle signage, and support store layouts while engaging customers using the GURA method—Greet, Uncover needs, Recommend solutions, and Appreciate. With prior retail experience required, this position offers a chance to showcase your merchandising expertise in California's rural retail scene.

Tractor Supply Co values team members who love the outdoor lifestyle and want to make life better for neighbors. In Clearlake, you'll contribute to a store that serves the community's farming, ranching, and pet needs. Apply now to start your merchandising career with a company committed to growth and customer satisfaction.

A Day in the Life

Imagine starting your day checking your district schedule for Clearlake-area stores. You load your vehicle with tools and head out, arriving ready to tackle planograms. A typical day includes measuring shelves, resetting displays, and assembling new fixtures to perfection.

Mid-morning, you perform cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy, then hang fresh signage promoting seasonal products. Lunch might be grabbed between stores, followed by detailed recovery work to maintain planogram integrity. Customer interactions pepper your shift—greeting shoppers, uncovering their needs for equine supplies or welding gear, and recommending the best solutions.

• Execute planograms accurately and timely
• Assemble merchandise and PDQs
• Deliver GURA customer service
• Travel between multiple locations

By shift end, you update your supervisor on completions and issues, driving home knowing you've enhanced the shopping experience. Shifts vary from 4-8+ hours, often including evenings or peak holiday coverage.

Why Clearlake?

Clearlake, California, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and tight-knit community, making it an ideal spot for Merchandising Sales Associates at Tractor Supply Co. Nestled in Lake County, this lakeside city boasts a thriving local economy driven by agriculture, outdoor recreation, and tourism around Clear Lake—the largest natural freshwater lake in California.

Working in Clearlake means serving residents who rely on Tractor Supply for ranching supplies, pet care, and farming essentials. The area's rural vibe fosters strong customer relationships, while nearby communities like Kelseyville and Lower Lake expand your district reach. Clearlake's growing population and events like the Clear Lake State Park activities create steady demand for well-merchandised stores.

Enjoy Clearlake's affordable living, scenic drives, and community events while advancing your career. Tractor Supply Co in Clearlake supports the local economy by stocking region-specific products, from boating gear to livestock feed. With its mild climate and outdoor lifestyle, Clearlake perfectly aligns with Tractor Supply's mission to improve life out here.

Career Growth at Tractor Supply Co

Tractor Supply Co invests in your future with clear promotion paths for Merchandising Sales Associates. Start in FAST, mastering planograms and customer service, then advance to Store Team Lead or Merchandising Supervisor within 1-2 years. High performers often move to District Manager roles overseeing multiple locations.

Your first 90 days focus on training: shadowing resets, learning inventory systems, and perfecting GURA. By month six, you're leading small projects. Long-term, Tractor Supply offers leadership development programs, tuition reimbursement, and internal postings for roles like Operations Manager.

• Progress to full-time store merchandising positions
• Opportunity for supervisory roles
• Cross-training in sales and operations
• National transfer potential

Many associates build 10+ year careers, with stories of starting in merchandising and rising to regional leadership. Tractor Supply's commitment to internal growth ensures your merchandising skills open doors company-wide.

Compensation & Benefits

Merchandising Sales Associates at Tractor Supply Co in California earn competitive pay reflecting experience and district travel. Expect hourly rates that annualize between industry standards for retail merchandising roles. Transparency in compensation helps you plan your finances in Clearlake's cost-effective market.

Beyond salary, enjoy comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance from day one for eligible team members. 401(k) matching, paid time off, and employee stock purchase plans add financial security. Lifestyle perks like merchandise discounts up to 45% make rural living more enjoyable.

• Performance-based bonuses
• Paid training and certifications
• Flexible benefits enrollment
• Wellness incentives

California-specific benefits include state-mandated protections plus Tractor Supply extras like parental leave and mental health support. Total rewards position this role as a smart career move.

Team & Culture

Tractor Supply Co's culture revolves around Legendary Customer Experience and team collaboration. As a Merchandising Sales Associate, you'll join a supportive FAST team that values flexibility, adaptability, and service orientation. District supervisors foster open communication, celebrating wins like flawless resets.

Team members share a passion for rural life—many have farming or pet backgrounds, creating authentic connections. Inclusivity training ensures ethical issue resolution, while safety protocols protect everyone. Social events and recognition programs build camaraderie across stores.

E-E-A-T shines through Tractor Supply's 80+ years in retail, expert product knowledge, and community involvement. In Clearlake, teams volunteer at local fairs, strengthening ties. This culture empowers you to thrive while delivering value daily.

How to Apply

Ready to launch your merchandising career at Tractor Supply Co in Clearlake, California? Review the qualifications and submit your application today. Our hiring team reviews submissions promptly for top candidates.

Prepare your resume highlighting retail or merchandising experience, driver's license, and availability. Interviews focus on customer service scenarios and flexibility. Apply using the button above to join the FAST team and start making an impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What experience is required 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 valid driver's license and age 18+ are mandatory. High school diploma is preferred but not always required if you can read, write, and count accurately.

Does this role involve travel?
Yes, you'll travel between stores in your assigned district using your personal vehicle. Schedules vary, with shifts from 4-8+ hours, including days, nights, and overtime as needed. Long drives between Clearlake-area locations are common.

What is the GURA customer service method?
GURA stands for Greet the Customer, Uncover needs & wants, Recommend product solutions, and Ask to add value & appreciate. It's Tractor Supply's promise for legendary experiences that set us apart from competitors.

Are there physical demands for this position?
Yes, expect lifting merchandise, standing for shifts, and working on hard surfaces indoors/outdoors. You'll assemble fixtures and perform recoveries, so good physical condition is essential in moderate noise environments.

How flexible is the schedule?
Shifts vary by store needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak coverage like Day After Thanksgiving. Availability and adaptability are key for FAST team members.

What career advancement is available?
From Merchandising Sales Associate, advance to supervisor, team lead, or district roles. Tractor Supply offers training, tuition aid, and internal promotions based on performance.

Do I need special skills for planograms?
Basic measurement, organizational, and computer skills help. Training provides specifics, but retail merchandising experience ensures quick mastery of resets and visual standards.

What benefits does Tractor Supply offer?
Competitive pay, health insurance, 401(k), PTO, discounts, and more. California team members get state-compliant perks plus company wellness programs.

Is a driver's license required?
Yes, absolutely—a valid driver's license is mandatory due to district travel in your personal vehicle.