Merchandise Associate Jobs
Merchandise Associate jobs are open across retail, grocery, fashion, and home goods, at levels from entry-level stock associate to senior visual merchandiser, with specializations in planogram execution, inventory control, and display setup. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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WHY JOIN ALO?
Mindful movement. It's at the core of why we do what we do at ALO—it's our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That's the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life.
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Merchandise Planner to support the planning team in developing and executing merchandise strategies that drive sales and profitability. This entry-level role is ideal for someone who is analytical, passionate about fashion, and eager to learn the ins and outs of inventory planning, trend analysis, and retail strategy.
As an Associate Planner, you'll assist with reporting, forecasting, and inventory analysis to help ensure the right products are available at the right time across our retail and/or e-commerce channels.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of seasonal merchandise plans and weekly performance tracking.
- Analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and stock performance to identify risks and opportunities.
- Support the Planner or Manager in maintaining Open-to-Buy (OTB) and forecasting tools.
- Partner with the buying, allocation, and merchandising teams to align on key strategies and execution.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports on sales, stock levels, and KPIs such as sell-through and turn.
- Help monitor product flow and delivery timelines to ensure stock availability.
- Contribute to markdown recommendations and promotional planning analysis.
- Assist with post-season reviews and data analysis for future planning cycles.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Retail Management, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in retail, planning, merchandising, or an analytical internship (fashion industry experience a plus).
- Strong interest in the fashion industry and retail operations.
- Solid Excel skills and comfort working with numbers, formulas, and reports.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a proactive mindset.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Internship or retail experience in fashion buying, planning, or allocation.
- Familiarity with planning tools or ERP systems (e.g., Anaplan, SAP, JDA, or similar) is a plus.
- Understanding of retail metrics such as sell-through, gross margin, and inventory turn.
The base salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company's total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.
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WHY JOIN ALO?
Mindful movement. It's at the core of why we do what we do at ALO—it's our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That's the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life.
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Merchandise Planner to support the planning team in developing and executing merchandise strategies that drive sales and profitability. This entry-level role is ideal for someone who is analytical, passionate about fashion, and eager to learn the ins and outs of inventory planning, trend analysis, and retail strategy.
As an Associate Planner, you'll assist with reporting, forecasting, and inventory analysis to help ensure the right products are available at the right time across our retail and/or e-commerce channels.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of seasonal merchandise plans and weekly performance tracking.
- Analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and stock performance to identify risks and opportunities.
- Support the Planner or Manager in maintaining Open-to-Buy (OTB) and forecasting tools.
- Partner with the buying, allocation, and merchandising teams to align on key strategies and execution.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports on sales, stock levels, and KPIs such as sell-through and turn.
- Help monitor product flow and delivery timelines to ensure stock availability.
- Contribute to markdown recommendations and promotional planning analysis.
- Assist with post-season reviews and data analysis for future planning cycles.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Retail Management, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in retail, planning, merchandising, or an analytical internship (fashion industry experience a plus).
- Strong interest in the fashion industry and retail operations.
- Solid Excel skills and comfort working with numbers, formulas, and reports.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a proactive mindset.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Internship or retail experience in fashion buying, planning, or allocation.
- Familiarity with planning tools or ERP systems (e.g., Anaplan, SAP, JDA, or similar) is a plus.
- Understanding of retail metrics such as sell-through, gross margin, and inventory turn.
The base salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company's total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.
For CA residents, Job Applicant Privacy Policy HERE.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Target68
- American Eagle Outfitters46
- Floor & Decor17
- H&M Selling Solutions12
- PepsiCo11
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail127
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces59
- Distribution & Wholesale23
- Food & Beverage20
- Non-Profit & Social Services16
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in merchandise associate jobs.
- Ability to lift and move product up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift
- Experience reading and executing planograms or store schematics
- Proficiency with handheld inventory scanners and basic point-of-sale systems
- Availability for early morning, overnight, or weekend reset schedules
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Attention to detail in product placement, labeling, and shelf organization
Tips for Your Merchandise Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to planogram experience
Merchandise associate job listings frequently call out planogram compliance and reset execution as required skills. If you've followed schematics to place product on shelves, name the specific systems you used and describe the scale of resets you've completed.
Highlight inventory software you've used
Many postings screen for hands-on experience with inventory management tools like SAP, JDA, or store-specific retail systems. List the software by name on your resume so it clears automated screening before a recruiter ever reads your application.
Target postings by reset schedule and shift
Merchandise associate roles vary widely in when the work happens. Overnight and early-morning resets are a distinct category with different physical demands and pay structures. Filter openings by shift type early so you're not deep into the interview process before discovering a mismatch.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists merchandise associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a task-based interview format
Interviewers for merchandise associate roles often ask situational questions about handling a full-store reset in a short window or responding to a product recall. Practice walking through a specific scenario where you prioritized speed without sacrificing accuracy on a floor set.
Negotiate based on physical scope and travel
If the role covers multiple store locations or requires frequent travel for vendor resets, that scope justifies a higher starting rate than a single-store position. Confirm in writing which stores you're responsible for before you accept any offer.
Merchandise Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most merchandise associates?
The companies hiring the most merchandise associates right now include Target, American Eagle Outfitters, and Floor & Decor, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large grocery chains, big-box retailers, and consumer packaged goods vendors tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many merchandise associate jobs are remote?
About 1% of merchandise associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, since most roles require physical presence on the sales floor. Sub-areas with the most remote flexibility include vendor coordination, inventory reporting, and digital planogram review roles within larger retail or wholesale organizations.
How do you become a merchandise associate?
Start by gaining experience in a retail or stockroom environment, even in a part-time or seasonal capacity, since physical familiarity with store layouts and product handling is what most employers value first. Learn to read planograms, practice operating handheld inventory scanners, and build a record of completing floor resets accurately and on schedule. From there, apply to entry-level merchandise associate postings and highlight any specific retail software or vendor reset experience you've picked up.
Can you get hired as a merchandise associate with little experience?
Yes, many merchandise associate roles are explicitly open to candidates with no prior retail experience, particularly at grocery chains and big-box stores that run internal training programs. Emphasize physical stamina, reliability, and any experience organizing or moving product in any setting, including warehouse, food service, or seasonal work. Availability for early morning or overnight shifts is often enough to move a low-experience application forward.
What does the merchandise associate interview process look like?
Most merchandise associate interviews are brief and practical, typically one or two rounds. The first round is usually a phone or in-person screen covering availability, physical requirements, and basic retail familiarity. A second round, when it happens, may include a store walkthrough where you discuss how you'd approach a reset or locate a planogram discrepancy. Expect questions about handling time pressure and working independently during off-hours shifts.
Where can I find and apply to merchandise associate jobs?
You can find and apply to merchandise associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your availability, location, and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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