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How much do general merchandise manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for general merchandise manager in Appleton, WI is $23.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $26.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a general merchandise manager do?

A general merchandise manager oversees the purchasing, inventory management, and sales of a store's product categories. They develop merchandising strategies, analyze sales data, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure product availability and profitability. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and knowledge of retail operations are essential for this role.

How does a general merchandise manager collaborate with other departments to drive sales and optimize inventory?

General Merchandise Managers frequently work closely with purchasing, marketing, and logistics teams to align product selection, promotional strategies, and inventory levels with overall business goals. They participate in regular cross-departmental meetings to review sales trends, discuss upcoming campaigns, and coordinate product launches. Effective communication and collaboration are essential to ensure that merchandising strategies are executed smoothly and that inventory is optimized to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a general merchandise manager?

To thrive as a General Merchandise Manager, you need strong merchandising, inventory management, and analytical skills, often supported by a degree in business or retail management. Familiarity with retail management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and data analysis tools is typically required. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and vendor relationships. These abilities are vital for driving sales, optimizing inventory, and ensuring efficient store operations in a competitive retail environment.

What is the difference between General Merchandise Manager vs Store Manager?

AspectGeneral Merchandise ManagerStore Manager
Primary FocusOversees merchandise assortment, inventory, and sales strategies across multiple departments or storesManages daily store operations, staff, and customer service within a single location
CredentialsExperience in merchandising, retail management, and often a degree in business or related fieldExperience in retail, customer service, and staff management; often high school diploma or higher
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, distribution centers, or multiple store locationsSingle retail store environment
Industry UsageCommon in large retail chains, department stores, and supermarketsFound in all retail sectors, especially in chain stores

The main difference is that a General Merchandise Manager oversees merchandise strategy and inventory across multiple stores or departments, while a Store Manager handles daily operations and staff within a single store. Both roles require retail experience, but the scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Center Store Assistant Department Manager PM

Festival Foods

De Pere, WI • On-site

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 3 days ago

Festival Foods rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 280 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description

Location : Name
De Pere
Position Type
Full-Time
Company Overview
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:
We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.
Job Summary
Job Title: Center Store Assistant Manager-PM
Reports to: Center Store Manager
SUMMARY:
The Center Store Assistant Manager-PM provides operational and leadership support across multiple departments-including Grocery, Frozen/Dairy, Natural & Organic, and Health & Beauty Care (HBC)/General Merchandise (GM)-flexibly shifting focus based on daily business needs. The Center Store Assistant plays an important role in maintaining department standards, ensuring accurate inventory levels and pricing, and supporting afternoon and night shift operations. Through collaboration with Center Store leadership, the Center Store Assistant Manager-PM adapts based on priorities, and works alongside associates to train, guide, and ensure exceptional guest experiences.
External Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead and Support Center Store departments, adapting based on daily business needs.
  • Ensure Leadership Continuity: Step in and lead teams in the absence of Center Store Manager(s), ensuring associates are supported and department standards are maintained.
  • Train Associates: Train, coach, and re-train new and current associates as needed to ensure high performance. Reinforce company culture, guest service, and performance expectations to all Center Store associates.
  • Meet Department Standards: Ensure all department standards, including inventory levels, pricing, and cleanliness, are met consistently. Observe sales floor and back stock conditions, taking action to address any areas of opportunity.
  • Communicate and Collaborate: Work with Store Director, department managers, and associates to exceed guest expectations.
  • Verify Timekeeping: Ensure accurate timekeeping and communicate any missing time, transferred hours, or schedule issues to HR.
  • Provide Helpful Guest Service: Assist with product location, special orders, and address guest questions, concerns or issues.
  • Maintain Cleanliness: Contribute to the cleanliness and organization of the department, including work areas, shelving, coolers, receiving, and the sales floor.
  • Deliver Feedback: Assist with writing and conducting performance reviews for department associates. Document violations of company policies/procedures and collaborate with management and HR to take corrective action, up to and including termination.
  • Cashier Trained: Ready to step in at the register, and/or support store closing procedures.
  • Honor Commitments: Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
  • Support the Team: Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • High School education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 2+ years of leadership experience (manager or lead) in retail, grocery, warehouse, or restaurant preferred.
  • Thorough knowledge of the retail food business, especially non-perishable department operations, and strong merchandising skills.
  • Familiarity with store operations and the ability to coordinate effectively with store and vendor teams.
  • Ability to make timely and effective decisions, communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment, and manage a diverse team.
  • Understanding of all safety requirements and company safety policies, with the ability to recognize and react to possible safety hazards.
  • Proper training and knowledge of equipment such as hand jacks, balers, forklifts, hand trucks, and trash compactors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • The associate must possess the ability to stand in place for long periods of time; walk in the store; bend, stoop and kneel regularly.
  • Requires fine finger and broad manual dexterity, and eye-hand-foot coordination in order to operate equipment.
  • The associate must have full range of upper body motion in order to lift stock.
  • Requires the ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
  • Must possess functional sensory abilities in order to visually monitor the store, create attractive displays, and to operate equipment.
  • The position requires the associate to lift up 50-60 pounds on an occasional basis.
  • This role requires working in varying temperatures and humidity levels, moving between temperature-controlled areas, freezers, coolers, and the receiving area, with occasional outdoor tasks to inspect store property.

WORK SCHEDULE
The Center Store Assistant Department Manager-PM is a full-time position. The work schedule includes mornings, afternoons (mid-shift), evenings (with ability to support closing shift), weekends, and holidays.
Benefits Overview
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:
  • Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
  • Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
  • Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
  • Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
  • Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
  • Save for Your Future: Offering a 401(k), we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
    At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates. Festival Foods believes that an inclusive environment for teammates of all backgrounds and perspectives strengthens our ability to serve our guests and communities, as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
    Location : Address
    1001 Main Avenue
    Location : City
    De Pere
    Location : State/Province
    WI
    Location : Postal Code
    54115
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    About Festival Foods

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    Festival Foods serves guests in 40 full-service, state-of-the-art supermarkets throughout Wisconsin. At Festival Foods, we're not simply selling groceries, we're on a mission! Every business decision we make is based on our "Boomerang Principle"--empowering our associates to make decisions and take actions that will "Bring the Customer Back". We are proud to be a family and employee-owned company.

    Industry

    Retail

    Company size

    5,001 - 10,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    De Pere, WI, US

    Year founded

    1946

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