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Merch Associate Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care & cell phone discounts; pet & legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet ...

Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care & cell phone discounts; pet & legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet ...

merch associate

Old Saybrook, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.44/hr

Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care & cell phone discounts; pet & legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet ...

MERCH LEAD

Berlin, CT · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

MLs work with the MASM and DS's to provide a better associate experience and ensure outstanding service to customers. MLs are responsible for helping customers, in-aisle tasking, and recovery ...

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

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As a BoxLunch Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Milford, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a BoxLunch Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Hartford, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a BoxLunch Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Milford, CT

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a BoxLunch Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Manchester, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a BoxLunch Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

As a BoxLunch Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Trumbull, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Manchester, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Farmington, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Danbury, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Milford, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Danbury, CT

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Milford, CT · On-site

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

Sales Associate

Trumbull, CT

$16.95 - $17.45/hr

As a Hot Topic Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love. You'll share your ...

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Merch Associate information

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

To thrive as a Merch Associate, you need a keen eye for visual merchandising, basic math skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and handheld scanners is typically required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure efficient product placement, accurate stock management, and an engaging shopping environment that supports store sales goals.

How does a Merch Associate typically interact with other teams in a retail environment?

As a Merch Associate, you will regularly collaborate with sales staff, inventory teams, and store management to ensure product displays are accurate and appealing. This involves coordinating on new product launches, replenishing stock, and addressing any merchandising issues that arise. Clear communication and teamwork are essential, as your work directly impacts store appearance and customer experience. You may also participate in team meetings to review merchandising strategies and receive feedback on store performance.

What are Merch Associates?

Merch Associates, also known as Merchandise Associates, are retail employees responsible for organizing, stocking, and displaying products in a store. They ensure shelves are well-stocked, products are presented attractively, and inventory is managed efficiently. Merch Associates may also assist customers, process shipments, and help maintain the overall appearance of the sales floor. Their role is essential for ensuring a positive shopping experience and maximizing sales.

What is the difference between Merch Associate vs Stock Clerk?

AspectMerch AssociateStock Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; retail experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; warehouse or retail experience
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, customer-facingWarehouses, stockrooms, retail backrooms
Job FocusAssisting customers, stocking shelves, merchandisingReceiving, organizing, and managing inventory stock

Both roles often require similar credentials and are found in retail environments. While Merch Associates focus on customer service and merchandising on the sales floor, Stock Clerks primarily handle inventory management behind the scenes. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit based on their skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Merch jobs in Connecticut? The most popular types of Merch jobs in Connecticut are:
What cities in Connecticut are hiring for Merch Associate jobs? Cities in Connecticut with the most Merch Associate job openings:
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Tjx

Old Saybrook, CT

$16.94 - $17.44/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


TJX rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 686 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

HomeGoods

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

Opportunity: Grow Your Career

Responsible for delivering a highly satisfied customer experience proven by engaging and interacting with all customers, embodying customer experience principles and philosophy, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Adheres to all operational, merchandise, and loss prevention standards. May be cross-trained to work in multiple areas of the store in order to support the needs of the business.

  • Role models established customer experience practices with internal and external customers
  • Supports and embodies a positive store culture through honesty, integrity, and respect
  • Accurately rings customer purchases/returns and counts change back to customer according to established operating procedures
  • Promotes credit and loyalty programs
  • Maintains and upholds merchandising philosophy and follows established merchandising procedures and standards
  • Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and standards
  • Initiates and participates in store recovery as needed throughout the day
  • Maintains all organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards for the sales floor and participates in the maintenance/cleanliness of the entire store
  • Provides and accepts recognition and constructive feedback
  • Adheres to all labor laws, policies, and procedures
  • Supports and participates in store shrink reduction goals and programs
  • Participates in safety awareness and maintains a safe environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Who We're Looking For: You.

  • Possesses excellent customer service skills
  • Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
  • Possesses strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Capable of multi-tasking
  • Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations
  • Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Works effectively with peers and supervisors
  • Retail customer experience preferred

Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care & cell phone discounts; pet & legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet service or hours requirements are also eligible for: 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long term disability; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; auto/home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption assistance. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

Address:

665 Boston Post Rd

Location:

USA HomeGoods Store 0387 Old Saybrook CTThis position has a starting pay range of $16.94 to $17.44 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

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