Merchandiser (General)
Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.
At a Glance
Merchandiser (General) earns an average of $28,387/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.5–2 years. Top skills: Sales, Merchandising, Communication.
$28,387/yr
High school or GED
1.5–2 years
156
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers
Median Wage
$37,350/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.2%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (10)
Merchandising
Lifting Ability
Visual Merchandising
Auditing
Planogram
Selling Techniques
Retail Sales
Screwdrivers
Hand Trucks
Stock Rotation
Common Skills (19)
Sales
Communication
Customer Service
Management
Detail Oriented
Planning
Computer Literacy
Organizational Skills
Presentations
Prioritization
Verbal Communication Skills
Smartphone Operation
Rapport Building
Research
Self-Starter
Professionalism
Problem Solving
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
Related Specializations
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