Associate Merchandiser Jobs
Associate Merchandiser jobs are open across retail, apparel, consumer goods, and e-commerce, from entry-level to senior associate and buying assistant roles, with specializations in trend analysis, inventory planning, and vendor coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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What You Need To Know
Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.
Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.
Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $19 - $21 / hour with auto reimbursements. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience and will make an offer appropriately.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.
Additional Information:
- Will drive own vehicle in Aurora, Denver and surrounding area(s) of CO
- Shift: Tuesday - Saturday (Days)
We anticipate accepting applications up through November 16, 2026, or until the position is filled
Overview
The Merchandiser I is responsible for performing merchandising activities, constructing displays, and stocking SGWS products in retail accounts as requested by sales teams or retail customers. The Merchandiser will install promotional point-of-sale materials to achieve display objectives and stock products as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
- Build displays and update pricing and special offers within an assigned territory
- Maintain positive relationships with retail customers
- Ensure all company products are properly displayed
- Install point-of-sale materials as directed
- Stock products on shelves, displays, and cold boxes as necessary
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- One year of experience
- Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance on their vehicle in compliance with SGWS company requirements.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Demands
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
- Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
- May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs
This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.
EEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Sales Support, Retail Sales, Recruiting, Outside Sales, Merchandising, Sales, Retail, Human Resources
What You Need To Know
Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.
Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.
Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $19 - $21 / hour with auto reimbursements. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience and will make an offer appropriately.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.
Additional Information:
- Will drive own vehicle in Aurora, Denver and surrounding area(s) of CO
- Shift: Tuesday - Saturday (Days)
We anticipate accepting applications up through November 16, 2026, or until the position is filled
Overview
The Merchandiser I is responsible for performing merchandising activities, constructing displays, and stocking SGWS products in retail accounts as requested by sales teams or retail customers. The Merchandiser will install promotional point-of-sale materials to achieve display objectives and stock products as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
- Build displays and update pricing and special offers within an assigned territory
- Maintain positive relationships with retail customers
- Ensure all company products are properly displayed
- Install point-of-sale materials as directed
- Stock products on shelves, displays, and cold boxes as necessary
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- One year of experience
- Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance on their vehicle in compliance with SGWS company requirements.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Demands
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
- Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
- May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs
This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.
EEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Sales Support, Retail Sales, Recruiting, Outside Sales, Merchandising, Sales, Retail, Human Resources
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate merchandiser jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in merchandising, fashion, business, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
- Experience with retail planning or merchandise management software
- Understanding of open-to-buy planning and inventory management principles
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret sales and margin data
- Effective written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration
Tips for Your Associate Merchandiser Job Search
Tailor your resume to buying cycles
Highlight your experience with seasonal planning, open-to-buy management, or assortment reviews. Hiring managers for associate merchandiser roles want to see you understand how product decisions connect to sales calendars, not just that you managed spreadsheets.
Quantify sell-through and margin results
Generic resume bullets get skipped. Swap 'assisted with product selection' for outcomes like improved sell-through rates or reduced markdown exposure. Specific results tied to real assortment decisions signal you understand merchandising performance, not just process.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate merchandiser openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by channel before you apply
Associate merchandiser roles in brick-and-mortar retail differ significantly from those in direct-to-consumer or wholesale. Identify which channel aligns with your background and focus your applications there to avoid wasting time on poor-fit openings.
Prepare a case study for the interview
Many associate merchandiser interviews include a merchandise assortment or buying scenario exercise. Walk in ready to defend product selection choices using sell-through logic, customer demographic fit, and margin impact. Generic answers about 'trend research' rarely land well.
Negotiate start date around buying calendars
Retail companies plan assortments months in advance. If you receive an offer near a key planning period, ask about onboarding timing. Starting mid-cycle can limit your early contribution, so a later start date is sometimes the stronger ask.
Associate Merchandiser Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate merchandisers?
The most active employers for associate merchandisers right now are Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, SFS, and TJ Maxx, and the most openings are in Colorado, Florida, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retail, apparel, and consumer goods companies consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many associate merchandiser jobs are remote?
About 0% of associate merchandiser openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most merchandise planning and vendor coordination work. Sub-areas like digital merchandising, e-commerce assortment planning, and vendor data management tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.
How do you become an associate merchandiser?
Start by earning a degree in merchandising, fashion business, retail management, or a related field. Build foundational skills in Excel and retail math, then pursue internships or entry-level retail buying or planning roles to gain hands-on assortment experience. Demonstrating familiarity with vendor relationships, sell-through analysis, and seasonal planning processes makes you competitive for associate merchandiser openings.
Can you get hired as an associate merchandiser with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can show retail math proficiency, strong Excel skills, and exposure to product or inventory decisions through internships, coursework projects, or entry-level retail work. Framing any experience with product selection, buying decisions, or sales data analysis, even at a small scale, makes your application more competitive for junior associate merchandiser roles.
What does the associate merchandiser interview process look like?
Most associate merchandiser interview processes include an initial phone or video screen focused on background and retail math fundamentals, followed by one or two rounds covering analytical thinking and product judgment. Many companies include a case study or scenario exercise where you analyze a mock assortment, recommend buys, or evaluate sell-through data. Final rounds often involve meeting the broader buying or planning team.
Where can I find and apply to associate merchandiser jobs?
You can find and apply to associate merchandiser jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, channel focus, and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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