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Merchandising Design Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Merchandiser

Oxford, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $16/hr

Jacent sources shopper-inspired products, and blends data and experience to help retailers design and manage strategic merchandising programs. With our 2,500+ merchandising employees, we then provide ...

Merchandiser

Selma, AL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Jacent sources shopper-inspired products, and blends data and experience to help retailers design and manage strategic merchandising programs. With our 2,500+ merchandising employees, we then provide ...

merchandiser

Decatur, AL · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

Jacent sources shopper-inspired products, and blends data and experience to help retailers design and manage strategic merchandising programs. With our 2,500+ merchandising employees, we then provide ...

Grocery Merchandiser

Mobile, AL · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

... in merchandising/store operations. • Excellent communication, analytical, and management skills. • Strong interpersonal skills. • Technical skills such as store display design and setup ...

Design of electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication and high-speed data signal ... Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and ...

Merchandiser

Madison, AL · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Duties and Responsibilities: • Set fixtures to floor layout and design specifications • Merchandising product both free hand and to potential plan-o-gram specifications • Utilization of ...

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Merchandising Design information

What is a merchandise designer?

A merchandise designer creates visual concepts and product layouts for retail displays, packaging, and branding to attract customers and promote products. They often use design software like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator and collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure visual consistency and appeal.

What is the highest paying merchandiser job?

The highest paying merchandising roles are often senior or executive positions such as Merchandising Director or Vice President of Merchandising, which can earn six-figure salaries. These roles typically require extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and expertise in market analysis and product planning.

What is the difference between Merchandising Design vs Visual Merchandising?

AspectMerchandising DesignVisual Merchandising
Primary FocusCreating product displays and packaging to attract customersArranging store layouts and displays to enhance shopping experience
Skills NeededDesign, branding, product knowledgeInterior design, spatial awareness, aesthetics
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, product development teamsRetail stores, shopping malls
Common CertificationsDesign degrees, CAD skillsInterior design, visual communication

While both roles involve creating appealing displays, Merchandising Design focuses on product presentation and packaging, whereas Visual Merchandising emphasizes store layout and in-store displays to enhance customer experience.

What is the highest paid design job?

In merchandising design, senior roles such as Creative Director or Head of Design tend to be the highest paid, often earning six-figure salaries. These positions require extensive experience, leadership skills, and proficiency with design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and project management. Compensation varies by industry, company size, and location but generally reflects the level of responsibility and expertise involved.

Do visual merchandisers get paid well?

Visual merchandisers typically earn a median annual salary that varies by experience and location, with entry-level positions starting around minimum wage and experienced professionals earning higher wages. Salaries can range from approximately $25,000 to over $60,000 per year, especially for those with specialized skills or managerial responsibilities. Compensation often includes benefits such as bonuses, commissions, or store discounts, depending on the employer.
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Assistant/Associate Professor Consumer and Design Sciences

Assistant/Associate Professor Consumer and Design Sciences

Auburn University

Auburn University, AL • On-site

$86K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Auburn University rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Interior Design Position
Department of Consumer and Design Sciences
College of Human Sciences, Auburn University
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor, tenure track, nine-month appointment.
Start Date: Negotiable starting in Spring or Fall 2027; but Spring start is desired.
Interior Design Undergraduate Program: The nationally ranked, CIDA-accredited program has approximately 115 pre-majors at freshman level and 180 majors competitively selected for the sophomore to senior sequenced, studio-based program that includes a 10-week professional internship. Students pay an extra professional fee to support specialized program needs and updates, field trips, approved certifications, and others. An industry Advisory Board has provided strong support for over 30 years. The INDS Curriculum is also NASAD credited.
Department and University: The Department of Consumer and Design Sciences has 23 faculty positions (18 full-time, tenured/tenure track and 5 lecturers), around 590 undergraduates and 30 graduate students. Bachelor of Science programs are Apparel Merchandising, Design and Production Management, with Apparel Design and Merchandising Options; Interior Design; and Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies. The graduate program offers master's (thesis and non-thesis) and doctoral degrees in Consumer and Design Sciences. Auburn University, a R1 land-grant institution with 34,172 students, is located in the east Alabama city of Auburn, and has consistently been ranked by US News and World Report as one of the top 50 public universities in the United States. For more information see http://humsci.auburn.edu/cads/ and http://www.auburn.edu/. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/.
Provide application letter, complete CV, transcripts from all universities attended, statement of teaching philosophy; evidence of teaching effectiveness; statement of research scholarship; portfolio of student and/or own professional work; and three professional references with names, email addresses, and phone numbers. Only complete application materials will be considered. Review of applications will begin on September 28, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact Search Committee Chair:
Wi-Suk Kwon, Search Committee Chair kwonwis@auburn.edu/ 334-844-4011
Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate studio and lecture courses, in at least two of the following areas: design foundations/fundamentals; interior materials (e.g., properties, selection, specification, installation); residential design; commercial design; hospitality design; and healthcare/health design; global issues & sustainability practices in interior design
  • Actively pursue a program of scholarly research and grantsmanship
  • Participate in curriculum development, accreditation, and marketing for undergraduate and graduate programs
  • Direct and serve on graduate advising committees
  • Participate in undergraduate student advising
  • Provide service to the department, college, and university
  • Be actively involved in relevant professional associations and with industry entities

Qualifications
  • Terminal degree (i.e., PhD or MFA) in Interior Design or related field required. Will consider candidates who are ABD at employment date with appointment at Instructor level; doctoral degree to be completed within one year of initial hire date.
  • The candidate must be fluent in English and must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time employment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
  • Desired: Previous teaching experience in higher education; previous experience in interior design professional practice; by date of hire, either have passed the NCIDQ exam or meet eligibility requirements to sit for it; WELL AP, LEED, NKBA, AAHID, or other relevant certification(s); experience with and competency in relevant industry-standard software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, SketchUp, Adobe Creative software); ability to advance program excellence in the realm of interior design-relevant technologies and sustainability practices.
  • Desired for associate professor-level candidates: evidence of sustained research productivity with a demonstrated record of grantsmanship; experience with CIDA accreditation process.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
NA
Contract Type
Continuing
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