Interim Team Lead

About the Role

The Interim Team Leader assumes the responsibilities of a Team Leader on a temporary basis. This role is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the execution of operational, sales, and merchandising objectives by delivering a Legendary Customer Experience. The Interim Team Leader promotes a safe and productive work environment for all Team Members, customers, and vendors, and trains Team Members on the appropriate application of policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work scheduled shifts, including varied hours, days, nights, weekends, and overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Uphold and promote a safe and productive work environment by following and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service through GURA: Greet the Customer, Uncover Customer’s Needs & Wants, Recommend Product Solutions, Ask to Add Value & Appreciate the Customer.
• Execute assigned basic, promotional, and seasonal merchandising activities.
• Perform Opening/Closing procedures.
• Transport and make deposits to the bank.
• Assess store conditions and assign duties.
• Organize and prioritize workflow through the use of the daily planner.
• Recovery of merchandise.
• Participate in the mandatory freight process.
• Perform regular and promotional price change activities.
• Resolve customer complaints/issues to ensure a Legendary shopping experience.
• Adhere to loss prevention standards and respond to alarm calls as needed.
• Communicate with Team Members on job functions, responsibilities, and financial goals.
• Operate cash register/computer and supervise cash handling procedures.
• Assist Team Members on the appropriate application of policies and procedures.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of birds, including sanitizing and maintaining poultry holding tanks.
• Operate forklift and baler.
• Complete all documentation associated with job duties.
• Obtain licenses or certifications as needed by the business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Retail experience and/or farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required; must be able to read, write, and count accurately.

Preferred Skills

• Basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
• Ability to perform and execute principal responsibilities of Team Members.

Working Conditions

• Favorable working environment, generally indoors with moderate noise.
• Work shifts vary but are generally no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours.
• Indoor floors and outdoor lots are typically hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt).
• Lighting and temperature are adequate.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment for Team Members and customers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the store.
• 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 the selling floor, side lot, stock area, and register area.
• Ability to operate and use all necessary equipment (e.g., dolly, hand truck, MHE, battery changer, computer, cash register).
• Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computers and cash registers.
• Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to process information/merchandise through the point-of-sale system.
• Ability to handle and be in contact with birds/poultry.
• Ability to successfully complete training and certification to dispense propane (does not apply if under the age of 18).
• Ability to travel as required in support of district needs.
• Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for business needs.
• Non-sedentary position requiring physical and mental stamina to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely.
• Ability to successfully complete training and certification for various business needs.

Benefits

Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply offer a comprehensive and accessible total reward package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance.

Part-time new hires gain eligibility for benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement is met, benefits eligibility begins the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.