We surveyed 3,598 merchandisers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical merchandiser. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a merchandiser?
Low
High
Working as a merchandiser typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a merchandiser?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a merchandiser typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a merchandiser?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically not very difficult to find a job as a merchandiser. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for merchandisers.
Do merchandisers work full-time or part-time?
62% of merchandisers work in full-time roles while 38% work part-time.
Is being a merchandiser stressful?
Low
High
Merchandisers tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a merchandiser?
Low
High
Organization is considered a very important trait for merchandisers, and is critical to success in the field.
How competitive is the workplace for merchandisers?
Low
High
Competition at work is not common for merchandisers.
Does being a merchandiser require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Merchandisers will have to sometimes face time pressure on the job.
Are merchandisers allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Merchandisers rarely get a chance to express themselves creatively.
Do merchandisers have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
Merchandisers tend to have a set and inflexible work schedule that they are unable to deviate from too much.
Is being a merchandiser physically demanding?
Low
High
Being a merchandiser may occasionally require demanding physical activity, which may make it not a suitable career choice for everyone.
Are merchandisers exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
While sometimes repetitive, merchandisers tend to have opportunities for variety in their work.
Does being a merchandiser require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail is a vital skill for merchandisers, as small mistakes can make or break one's ability to succeed in the career.
Does being a good merchandiser require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
The ability to be compassion and empathetic isn't considered fundamental to success as a merchandiser.