Corporate Headquarters
P.O. Box 266
1833 Park Lane
Burlington, WA 98233
Office: (360) 757-6053 / Fax: (360) 757-4143

Retail Sales Associate

Job Location: Stanwood, WA

Job Category: Retail

Job Schedule: Full-time

The Country Store is the retail division of Skagit Farmers Supply, a diversified local agricultural supply cooperative. The company was founded in Burlington, WA in 1934. We have grown and developed into four business divisions: agronomy, retail, energy, and wholesale distribution & milling. Our mission is to serve the community to preserve and enhance the viability of the agriculture economy.

Our Country Stores provide quality goods and services for all “Farm-Pet-Home” needs! We operate multiple locations in Washington and Montana.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Greet and interact with customers.
  • Organize and effectively merchandise items for sale.
  • Demonstrate and explain merchandise, selecting and suggesting options suitable for the customers’ needs.
  • Utilize customer-focused selling skills, add-on selling, closing skills, and other sales generating skills.
  • Accurately complete sales using the point-of-sale system according to established procedures.
  • Process returns and exchanges.
  • Monitor all merchandise for correct location assignments, accurate and clean bin labels, expired products, and stock rotation.
  • Assist customers by loading and unloading products as needed.
  • Maintain product stock in the store and warehouse.
  • Assemble products and displays.
  • Safely perform propane dispenser operations.
  • Safely operate a forklift and pallet jack.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships.
  • Practice punctual and reliable attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods; bend, stoop and kneel frequently.
  • Lift, carry, push, pull and load up to 60 pounds.
  • Have a proven track record of being dependable and reliable.
  • Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Commitment to excellence especially in terms of providing outstanding customer service.
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a retail setting.
  • Product knowledge preferred in one or more of the following areas: feed, seed, pet food & supplies, horse/equine, hardware, fencing, lawn & garden supplies, animal health, tack, clothing & footwear, or wild bird supplies.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Sunday through Saturday. Must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

$17.50 – $20.00/hour. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits include:

  • Medical Insurance*
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation**
  • Sick Pay
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Match
  • Employee Discounts
  • Dependent Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Profit Sharing

*100% employer-paid for employee coverage. **Two to six weeks annually, depending on the length of full-time service.

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