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stewleonards

FT Wine Merchandiser

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Wine Merchandiser Full Time Hourly $17.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Must be at least 18 years and older Why Stew's Wines? We believe shopping should be FUN, like a ...

stewleonards

FT Wine Merchandiser

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Wine Merchandiser Full Time Hourly $17.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Must be at least 18 years and older Why Stew's Wines? We believe shopping should be FUN, like a ...

Stew Leonard's

FT Wine Merchandiser

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Wine Merchandiser Full Time Hourly $17.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Must be at least 18 years and older Why Stew's Wines? We believe shopping should be FUN, like a ...

Stew Leonard's

Wine Merchandiser Part time

East Meadow, NY · On-site

$17.25 - $18/hr

Share your passion for wine, beer, and spirits with me by following me on Instagram and Facebook @RyannsWines Part time Merchandiser Estimated pay range $17.25-$18 depending on qualifications and ...

Collective Wine and Supply

Wine Shop Host

Geneva, NY · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

About Collective Wine & Supply Collective Wine & Supply is a hospitality-driven bottle shop in the ... You'll balance guest-facing service with merchandising, inventory, and operations, all while ...

St. Julian

Wine Consultant/KeyHolder

Dundee, MI · On-site

$14 - $28/hr

Competitive hourly pay + tips (typically $14-$28/hour total earnings) Generous employee discount on wine & merchandise Hands-on training to expand your wine knowledge Opportunities for growth in the ...

St. Julian

Wine Consultant/Keyholder

Gaylord, MI · On-site

$14 - $24/hr

Competitive hourly pay + tips (typically $14-$26/hour total earnings) Generous employee discount on wine & merchandise Hands-on training to expand your wine knowledge Opportunities for growth in the ...

Total Wine & More

Wine Manager

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$22.19 - $31.96/hr

Support day-to-day operations, including payroll, inventory, merchandising and shrink * Deliver ... Total Wine & More considers several factors when establishing compensation. Compensation may vary ...

Carrie Rikon & Associates

Wine Steward

Mount Vernon, NY · On-site

$45K/yr

Maintain and merchandise wine inventory and displays * Support wine sales and customer engagement * Build relationships with repeat and high-volume customers * Ensure proper organization and ...

Domenico Winery

Winetender

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$17.75/hr

Restock wine, merchandise, glassware, and service supplies throughout the shift * Maintain polished tasting and dining areas and impeccably clean glassware * Work alongside the Osteria, wine, and ...

Meijer

Wine Steward

Westerville, OH · On-site

Stocking and merchandising product displays to meet customer demands and to help increase sales. * Selling effectively through inventory based on current and upcoming ads. * Staying current on wine ...

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How much do wine merchant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for wine merchant in the United States is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wine merchant?

A wine merchant is responsible for the purchase and sale of wine for a retail store or producer. In this job, your duties include managing inventory, filling out purchase orders, coordinating promotional events and sales at your store, and cultivating relationships with vintners, other merchants, and industry experts. You may also do a fair amount of travel in this career, visiting vineyards, wine tastings, and trade shows where you continue to build relationships for your store.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wine merchant?

To thrive as a Wine Merchant, you need in-depth knowledge of wines, sales acumen, and often a background in hospitality or business. Familiarity with inventory management software, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and wine certification programs like WSET or Court of Master Sommeliers is common. Exceptional interpersonal skills, active listening, and a passion for educating customers help set top Wine Merchants apart. These abilities ensure effective product selection, customer satisfaction, and long-term business growth in a competitive market.

What are some common challenges faced by wine merchants when curating a diverse wine selection for clients?

Wine merchants often face the challenge of balancing customer preferences with offering a well-rounded and unique selection. Staying updated on global wine trends, sourcing limited allocations, and managing inventory for both popular and niche wines require strong market knowledge and supplier relationships. Additionally, wine merchants must navigate logistical concerns such as shipping regulations and storage conditions to maintain product quality. Success in this role often depends on building trust with clients through tailored recommendations and ongoing education.

How much do wine merchants make?

Wine merchants typically earn between $25,000 and $60,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of their business. Salaries can increase with expertise in wine knowledge, sales skills, and certifications such as WSET or CMS. Many also earn commissions or bonuses based on sales performance.
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Infographic showing various Wine Merchant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,339 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

FT Wine Merchandiser

stewleonards

Clifton, NJ • On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Stew Leonard's rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 123 rated grocery stores

Job description

Wine Merchandiser 

Full Time Hourly $17.00 - $18.00 per hour 

depending on qualifications and experience

Must be at least 18 years and older

Why Stew’s Wines?

We believe shopping should be FUN, like a trip to the Vineyard!  Be a part of a team of experts that are constantly discovering great new wines and spirits to share with our customers.

We want to have welcoming stores that make it easy for our customers to find the perfect bottle! Owned by the Stew Leonard’s Family and awarded Retailer of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.

Position Description:

 

Ensuring that product is checked in properly, shelves are stocked; exciting displays are built, and is available for customer’s questions on the floor.

Your day-to-day:

 

  • Stocking shelves
  • building exciting displays
  • safely operates equipment such as hand trucks, uboats, conveyor, forklifts (where necessary)
  •  Assist in inventory and store moves
  • signing off on PO’s as deliveries arrive, ensuring accuracy
  • product placement in stores
  • helping to keep the store clean
  • knows the store’s exclusive and focus items
  • capability to ring on register and cover other areas of the store
  • Ability to assist customers with the location of products in the store and basic wine pairings.
  • Assist in other duties, as assigned 

What you bring to the team:

  • A passion for the wine and spirits industry and a genuine interest in the products sold. 
  • Great work ethic
  • Problem solver
  • Self-motivator
  • Flexible
  • Honest

Qualifications:

  • Entry level
  • Wine, Spirits, and Beer 101
  • Merchandising 101
  • Safe Lifting
  • TiPs Certified
  • Customer Service Training
  • Weekends and closing shifts a must 

Why you’ll love working here!

 Family Oriented: We respect the personal balance between work and family with career opportunity and growth- over 80% of our managers have been promoted from within. 

Benefits: High value, high quality Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401 K plan for FT & PT team members, family & personal time, life insurance, short term disability insurance, legal insurance, sick time off, profit sharing, commuter assistance, Annual performance reviews.

 Environment: Have you seen the Avocado Girls? Chiquita Banana? Or the singing Parrot?

 Pay Day: We’re thrilled to offer our Team Members Sunday premium pay, Holiday pay, Dayforce Wallet – a new way to get paid. Say bye-bye to pay day and hello to pay your way. Get your pay as soon as you earn it, at no cost to you – It’s your money, why should you have to wait? Request your pay as you earn it.  

We take pride in the power of diversity, inclusion, and being socially responsible to the communities which we live and do business

 Apply today and start as soon as 1 week!

 For more information on working at Stew Leonard’s click on the link below!

http://www.stewleonards.com/work-at-stews/

 

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