Role Overview

Are you passionate about retail merchandising and ready to hit the road supporting stores across the district? As a Merchandising Sales Associate at Tractor Supply Co in Salisbury, Missouri, you'll own 'start to finish' tasks like planograms, fixture assembly, and signage maintenance while delivering Legendary Customer Experiences. This Field Activity Support Team (FAST) role combines travel, hands-on merchandising, and customer interaction in the heart of Missouri's rural communities.

Picture yourself traveling to local Tractor Supply stores, ensuring shelves are perfectly stocked and displays captivate shoppers. With prior retail experience and a valid driver's license, you'll thrive in this dynamic position that supports the farming and ranching lifestyle our customers love. Join a team that's making life out here better every day.

A Day in the Life

Your day as a Merchandising Sales Associate starts with checking in with your District FAST Supervisor for the latest assignments. You'll load up your personal vehicle and head to a store in the Salisbury area or nearby districts, ready to tackle planograms, resets, and merchandise assembly. A typical shift varies from 4 to over 8 hours, blending indoor tasks with occasional outdoor lot work on hard surfaces.

Once on site, dive into executing planograms with precision, measuring spaces, and rearranging products to match visual standards. Mid-morning might involve hanging fresh signage, assembling PDQs, or performing cycle counts to keep inventory spot-on. Lunch break? Grab a quick bite while chatting with store team members about local farming tips.

Afternoon brings customer interactions—greet folks using GURA (Greet, Uncover needs, Recommend, Ask to add value), help with equine supplies or welding gear, and ensure every shopper leaves thrilled. End your day with recovery tasks, planogram integrity checks, and a proactive update to your supervisor on completions and any hurdles overcome. It's flexible, fast-paced, and rewarding.

• Travel between stores in personal vehicle
• Complete resets and layouts efficiently
• Interact with customers and team members
• Adapt to varied shifts including nights or overtime

Why Salisbury?

Salisbury, Missouri, is the perfect base for a Merchandising Sales Associate role at Tractor Supply Co, nestled in the rolling hills of Chariton County. This tight-knit community of around 1,500 residents thrives on agriculture, with family farms dotting the landscape and local events like the Salisbury Fall Festival bringing everyone together. Proximity to larger hubs like Moberly and Columbia means easy travel for district assignments while enjoying small-town charm.

The local economy pulses with farming, ranching, and agribusiness, making Tractor Supply a hub for tools, pet supplies, and welding essentials. Salisbury's low cost of living, friendly vibe, and access to outdoor pursuits like fishing at nearby Grand Trace Lake appeal to those who love rural life. Working here, you'll support neighbors who rely on your merchandising expertise to keep shelves stocked for their daily needs.

Salisbury offers a supportive environment for FAST team members, with quick commutes to stores in surrounding areas and a community that values hard work. Whether you're helping with planograms during harvest season or assisting at peak times, Salisbury's agricultural heartbeat aligns perfectly with Tractor Supply's mission. It's more than a job location—it's home base for sharing the life out here.

Career Growth at Tractor Supply Co

Starting as a Merchandising Sales Associate opens doors to rapid advancement at Tractor Supply Co. Excel in your FAST role, and within your first 90 days, you'll master planograms and customer service, positioning you for promotion to Team Leader or Store Supervisor. Many FAST members transition to full-time store positions, leveraging their merchandising skills for operations roles.

Tractor Supply invests in your growth with ongoing training in inventory management, leadership, and product knowledge. High performers often move into District Manager tracks or specialized merchandising teams across Missouri. Your experience traveling districts builds a resume highlighting adaptability, key for corporate merchandising or regional roles.

Company-wide, 70% of leadership started in entry roles like this. Track your progress through performance reviews, skill certifications in ranching or welding, and internal job postings. Build a long-term career fueling rural America's success.

Compensation & Benefits

Merchandising Sales Associates at Tractor Supply Co in Missouri earn competitive pay reflecting experience and travel demands, often starting around market rates for retail merchandising roles. Expect transparency in hourly wages plus mileage reimbursement for district travel. Total compensation captures overtime opportunities during peak seasons like Black Friday.

Beyond base pay, enjoy a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance from day one for eligible team members. Tractor Supply offers 401(k) matching, paid vacation, and employee stock purchase plans. Lifestyle perks like 10% merchandise discounts on farm supplies, pet food, and tools add real value.

• Performance-based raises
• Shift differentials for nights/weekends
• Wellness programs and gym reimbursements
• Parental leave and family support

Team & Culture

Tractor Supply Co's culture revolves around Neighbor's Club values—service, integrity, and commitment to rural life. As a FAST Merchandising Sales Associate, you'll join a supportive district team where collaboration trumps competition. Supervisors foster open communication, celebrating wins like flawless store resets.

Team members bond over shared passions for farming, pets, and outdoor pursuits, often swapping stories during travel. Inclusivity shines through diverse backgrounds united by a Legendary Customer Experience promise. Safety-first mindset ensures productive, hazard-free environments.

Company events, volunteer days in Salisbury, and recognition programs build lasting connections. Experience a workplace where your merchandising talents make a tangible impact on communities.

How to Apply

Ready to launch your merchandising career with Tractor Supply Co in Salisbury, Missouri? Review the role details and submit your application today. Apply using the button above to connect with our hiring team.

Prepare your resume highlighting retail experience and driver's license. We'll review and reach out for next steps. Don't wait—opportunities like this move fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What experience is needed for Merchandising Sales Associate at Tractor Supply in Salisbury? 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 essential, plus basic literacy for planograms.

Does this role involve travel from Salisbury, Missouri? Yes, as a FAST Team Member, you'll travel in your personal vehicle to stores within an assigned district, often for long periods. Mileage reimbursement applies.

What are the shift hours for this position? Shifts vary by store needs, generally 4+ hours, up to 8+, including days, nights, weekends, and overtime. Flexibility is key.

How does Tractor Supply train new Merchandising Sales Associates? Onboarding covers planograms, GURA customer service, safety, and product knowledge. Ongoing district support ensures success.

Is a high school diploma required? Preferred but not required; must read, write, and count accurately for tasks like cycle counts.

What customer service method does Tractor Supply use? GURA: Greet, Uncover needs, Recommend solutions, Ask to add value and appreciate.

Are there physical demands in this role? Yes, involves lifting, standing on hard surfaces, indoor/outdoor work, and moderate noise.

Can I advance from this FAST role? Absolutely—many promote to store leadership or merchandising specialists.

What benefits come with the job? Health insurance, 401(k), PTO, discounts, and more for eligible associates.

How do I contact the supervisor? Proactively communicate via company channels on work status and issues.