How are we are able to find every product available in the market worth buying? From creative advertisement to fascinating displays in the store, this whole trap is set by merchandising specialists. They are the ones who look after every promotional activity of new and existing products. Merchandising Specialists based on detailed market research by launching marketing campaigns, analyzing pricing, and formulating selling strategies.
No worries, as you can become a Merchandising Specialist with high school graduation, including a high level of creativity, public dealing, and communication skills. Since this field requires loads of research work, one has to compete with experienced individuals. It would be a great idea if you opted for this career after graduating from college to reduce competition. More than 40% of professionals have a Bachelor's degree, and the remaining have years of experience.
Being a Merchandising Specialist, you are the first to know all about products starting from pricing to marketing. In addition to access to this knowledge, you can earn around $18 per hour on average.
3. Maine
Total Merchandising Specialist Jobs:
163
Highest 10% Earn:
$56,000
Location Quotient:
1.11 Location Quotient is a measure used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to determine how concentrated a certain industry is in a single state compared to the nation as a whole. You can read more about how BLS calculates location quotients here
$40,018
Avg. Salary
