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Our merchandising & stocking associates connect all of the dots to make sure members can find everything they have on their shopping list. From every day needs to special occasions, members need you ...

Our merchandising & stocking associates connect all of the dots to make sure members can find everything they have on their shopping list. From every day needs to special occasions, members need you ...

Our merchandising & stocking associates connect all of the dots to make sure members can find everything they have on their shopping list. From every day needs to special occasions, members need you ...

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How much do merchandise stocking associate jobs pay per week?

As of May 29, 2026, the average weekly pay for merchandise stocking associate in the United States is $728.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $625.00 and $750.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Merchandise Stocking Associate, you need strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and physical stamina, typically with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, handheld barcode scanners, and basic point-of-sale technology is often required. Reliability, teamwork, and effective time management are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure shelves are stocked accurately and efficiently, supporting store operations and enhancing the customer shopping experience.

What are some common challenges Merchandise Stocking Associates face, and how can they be handled effectively?

Merchandise Stocking Associates often encounter challenges such as managing heavy workloads during peak hours, ensuring products are accurately shelved, and maintaining organized aisles while working efficiently. To handle these, it's important to develop strong time management skills, pay close attention to detail when stocking and labeling, and communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks. Regularly checking inventory reports and being proactive about restocking can also help prevent stockouts and keep the sales floor running smoothly.

What does a Merchandise Stocking Associate do?

A Merchandise Stocking Associate is responsible for receiving, unpacking, and organizing products on store shelves or in storage areas. They ensure that merchandise is properly displayed, labeled, and accessible to customers, while also monitoring inventory levels and restocking items as needed. This role often involves early morning, evening, or overnight shifts to prepare the store for business hours. Additionally, Merchandise Stocking Associates may assist with inventory counts, price changes, and maintaining a clean and orderly sales floor.

What is the difference between Merchandise Stocking Associate vs Cashier?

AspectMerchandise Stocking AssociateCashier
Primary RoleRestocking shelves, organizing inventory, maintaining store displaysProcessing customer transactions, handling payments, providing customer service
Work EnvironmentStockroom, sales floor, physical activity involvedCheckout counters, customer interaction, less physical activity
Required SkillsOrganization, physical stamina, inventory managementCustomer service, basic math, communication skills

While both roles are essential in retail, a Merchandise Stocking Associate focuses on inventory management and store presentation, whereas a Cashier handles transactions and customer interactions. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position aligned with their skills and interests.

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Infographic showing various Merchandise Stocking Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $37,907 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Merchandise and Stocking Associate

Sam's Club

Carthage, TN • On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Sam's Club rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,961 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Position Summary...Do you like to work on your feet and keep things neat and organized? Our merchandising & stocking associates connect all of the dots to make sure members can find everything they have on their shopping list. From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them that special product. Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving inventory in the backroom, unloading trucks, fulfilling club pick-up orders or helping members while stocking shelves. From unloading trucks in the summer to filling ice cream in the freezer, this fast-paced job can be physically demanding - it’s like being paid to go to the gym! Be a part of a great team with a common goal – making sure members can find more of what they love, for less.
You will sweep us off our feet if:
• You thrive in fast-paced environments
• You keep member satisfaction as your top priority
• You’re comfortable with change and quickly adapt to different work scenarios
• You’re a problem solver who tackles obstacles head-on to ensure each task is completed with excellence
• You are able to pick up boxes and other heavy objects weighing more than 25 pounds
You will make an impact by:
• Promptly unloading trucks
• Assisting fellow associates as needed throughout the store
• Sorting and stocking products on shelves and in the backroom
• Engaging with vendors and drivers with a positive attitude
• Maintaining a clean, neat, and member-ready area
The merchandising & stocking associate role is a great way to start a fulfilling career at Sam’s Club. Apply now!
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full job description can be made available as part of the hiring process.What you'll do...

Provides member service by acknowledging the member and identifying member needs providing guidance and support to members regarding self service technology assisting members with purchasing decisions locating merchandise resolving member issues and concerns and promoting the companys products and services
Maintains safety of facility according to company policies and procedures by conducting safety sweeps following forklift spotting procedures following procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous materials following company steel standard guidelines and correcting and reporting unsafe situations to management
Maintains the sales floor and merchandise presentation in accordance with company policies and procedures by properly zoning the area stocking arranging and organizing merchandise setting up cleaning and organizing product displays removing damaged goods signing and pricing merchandise according to company policies and procedures identifying shrink and damages and securing fragile and highshrink merchandise
Monitors food and merchandise quality by ensuring product rotation code dating product recalls and sanitation standards are followed according to company policies and procedures and ensuring prominent display of promotional and seasonal merchandise
Complies with company policies procedures and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans using the Open Door Policy: and applying these in executing business processes and practices
Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies data and resources collaborating with managers coworkers customers and other business partners identifying priorities deadlines and expectations carrying out tasks communicating progress and information determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities and adapting to and learning from change difficulties and feedback
Ensures club pick up orders are filled by assisting with picking club pick up orders throughout the day and staging and ensuring products are selected and staged according to company policy and procedures
Respect the Individual: Embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform helps to attract the best talent
Respect the Individual: Works as a team builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influence
Respect the Individual: Strengthens the team by helping developing and mentoring others recognizes others contributions and accomplishments
Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers members and the world around us
Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble selfaware honest fair and transparent
Serve our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first
Serve our Customers and Members Makes decisions based reliable information balances short and longterm priorities and considers how own work impacts the teams ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders
Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks and demonstrates courage and resilience 
Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements is open to and uses new technologies and skills and supports others through change

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam\'s Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor\'s degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com

The hourly wage range for this position is $18.00 to $26.00*
*The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.

Additional Compensation Includes Annual Or Quarterly Performance Incentives.

Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location...600 WILLARD HAGAN DR, LEBANON, TN 37090-0000, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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