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Grocery Merchandising Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Grocery Manager

Wiscasset, ME · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Grocery Department Manager, you will oversee all daily operations of the Grocery Department ... Bring your passion for teamwork, merchandising, and operational excellence to a role where you set ...

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Grocery Manager

Payette, ID

$17 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Grocery Department Manager, you will oversee all daily operations of the Grocery Department ... Bring your passion for teamwork, merchandising, and operational excellence to a role where you set ...

Grocery Manager

Caldwell, ID · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Grocery Department Manager, you will oversee all daily operations of the Grocery Department ... Bring your passion for teamwork, merchandising, and operational excellence to a role where you set ...

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Grocery Manager

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$25.25 - $31.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Grocery Department Manager, you will oversee all daily operations of the Grocery Department ... Bring your passion for teamwork, merchandising, and operational excellence to a role where you set ...

Collaborate with store management and other team members to optimize merchandising strategies. * * * Qualifications * Experience as a grocery merchandiser or in a similar retail merchandising role.

Assistant Grocery Manager

West Lebanon, NH · On-site

$38K - $40K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Assistant Grocery Department Manager, you will assist with overseeing all daily operations of ... Bring your passion for teamwork, merchandising, and operational excellence to a role where you set ...

Grocery Manager Portland Oregon

Portland, OR · On-site

$20.25 - $24.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Grocery Department Manager, you will oversee all daily operations of the Grocery Department ... Bring your passion for teamwork, merchandising, and operational excellence to a role where you set ...

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How much do grocery merchandising jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for grocery merchandising in the United States is $17.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is grocery merchandising?

Grocery merchandising involves strategically displaying and organizing products in a grocery store to maximize sales and enhance the shopping experience. Merchandisers ensure shelves are well-stocked, products are attractively presented, and promotions are effectively implemented. Their work can include setting up displays, rotating stock, and analyzing sales trends to optimize product placement. The goal is to attract customers, encourage purchases, and maintain a visually appealing store environment.

What are some common challenges faced in grocery merchandising, and how can they be addressed?

Grocery merchandising professionals often encounter challenges such as keeping up with frequent product turnover, maintaining visually appealing displays, and adapting to seasonal changes in inventory. Addressing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, close attention to inventory levels, and effective communication with both suppliers and store management. Staying proactive by regularly analyzing sales data and customer preferences can also help merchandisers anticipate trends and optimize product placement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a grocery merchandiser, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grocery Merchandiser, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of retail operations, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, planograms, and handheld scanning devices is typically required. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate with store teams and quickly adapt to changing priorities. These abilities ensure that products are effectively displayed, stock levels are maintained, and sales targets are met in a competitive retail environment.

What is the difference between Grocery Merchandising vs Grocery Stocker?

AspectGrocery MerchandisingGrocery Stocker
Primary RolePlanning and implementing product displays, managing shelf layouts, and promoting salesRestocking shelves, organizing products, and maintaining store inventory
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, often involves customer interaction and visual presentationRetail stores, mainly focused on stocking and inventory tasks
CredentialsHigh school diploma, retail or merchandising experience often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent, on-the-job training
Employer UsageUsed by retail chains, supermarkets, and grocery stores for promotional activitiesCommonly employed in grocery stores for daily stocking duties

Grocery Merchandising focuses on creating attractive product displays and driving sales through visual presentation, while Grocery Stocker primarily handles stocking shelves and inventory management. Both roles are essential in retail grocery environments but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Grocery Merchandising job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,836 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Grocery Merchandising Representative

Associated Wholesale Grocers

Norfolk, NE • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Associated Wholesale Grocers rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

AWG Center Store Sales Execution Representative

Location: Rapid City, SD Area

Work Model: Remote

Department: AWG Center Store

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Summary

The primary responsibility of this role is to increase Center Store sales through effective shelf management and selling tools in our AWG members stores. All activities will be directed towards achieving the goals and objectives of the member stores within the assigned territory for the Center Store portfolio to include Grocery, Health, Beauty, Wellness, General Merchandise, Specialty Foods (HGS) and AWG Brands. This position is located in Rapid City, SD area. The candidate must remain within 30 miles of the location they are assigned. 

Description of Work

Essential Functions:

  • Selling members on new items, conversions, filling voids with proper shelf placement of all items within AWG Center Store portfolio, emphasizing AWG Brands and HGS items.

  • Execute category shelf work via planogram.

  • Assist with new store tagging and resets as necessary

  • Execute assigned monthly focus objective work from Center store team. Includes all of Center store portfolio of new items, conversions, distribution voids, selling in promotional opportunities, pallets, shippers, etc.

  • Work with brokers and vendors to accomplish assigned store resets, new stores, remodels, new equipment and shelving projects.

  • Recommend category layouts and shelf allocations, focusing on AWG Brands and HGS. Provide insights and key recommendations to enhance the placement of AWG Brands and HGS items and other key center store items within planograms as customers make assortment and planogram decisions. 

  • Suggest products, product lines, and promotional activities, and analyze slow-moving items to encourage orders.  

  • Responsible for sales number within the assigned territory.

  • Assist in member training of all AWG center store retail programs, emphasizing AWG Brands and HGS. 

  • Provide additional merchandising ideas and support opportunities (i.e.; end cap programs, supplemental ads, digital coupons, demo programs) within the Center Store portfolio.

  • Complete in a timely fashion the required reporting for the territory as required by the Center Store Sales Manager.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree Preferred/High School Graduate 

  • 5 years in the Grocery Industry

  • Marketing/Sales Background

  • Team focused

  • Strong customer service skills

  • Strong merchandising skills

  • Ability to use screwdriver, hammer, power drill, saw etc.

  • Valid driver's license- daily travel and overnights required

  • Able to lift 40 lbs. or more- Bending, standing, and sitting for long periods of time

Knowledge:

  • Exceptional understanding of the retail grocery industry

  • Sales experience calling on Key Accounts

  • Managing People

Abilities:

  • Exceptional communication skills-communicate with all levels of retail management

  • Attention to detail and time management skills.

  • Fact based decisions skills on item placement with supported sales data

  • Self-motivated, able to accomplish established goals with minimal supervision

  • Effective relationship building skills to create and grow professional relationships with AWG Divisional Leadership and Key Equity Groups. 

  • Highly adaptable and able to manage various tasks while meeting multiple deadlines. 

  • Proficient with Power Point, Excel and Word

Working Environment:

  • 60-80% Travel, some overnight

  • Available on short notice maybe needed. 

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation's largest cooperative food wholesaler to independently owned supermarkets, serving 1,100 member companies and 3,500 locations throughout 33 states from 9 wholesale division support centers. Consolidated sales for AWG in 2025 were $12.2 billion. In addition to its cooperative wholesale operations, the company also operates subsidiary companies that provide certain real estate and supermarket development services, and pharmaceutical products. For more information, visit AWGinc.com.

 BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
  • 401(k) with 4% match along with 3 other contributions
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
  • Wellness Program
  • Yearly Holiday Bonus

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