Store merchandiser vs stower

The differences between store merchandisers and stowers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a store merchandiser has an average salary of $37,143, which is higher than the $27,464 average annual salary of a stower.

The top three skills for a store merchandiser include in-store, customer satisfaction and retail store. The most important skills for a stower are PET, pallets, and basic math.

Store merchandiser vs stower overview

	Store Merchandiser	Stower
Yearly salary	$37,143	$27,464
Hourly rate	$17.86	$13.20
Growth rate	1%	1%
Number of jobs	149,850	198,954
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 50%	High School Diploma, 44%
Average age	38	38
Years of experience	-	-

What does a store merchandiser do?

A store merchandiser must maximize profitability. They are responsible for studying sales trends and controlling the stock level in their store. They study their store's target demographics. They make financial presentations for their store's manager. If any production problem arises, they must quickly solve it. They negotiate stock quantities, and they supervise and train junior staff.

What does a stower do?

A stower is responsible for scanning a product and appropriately placing it to the right shelf for customer's consumption. Duties of a stower include inspecting the item for any defects and escalating damaged items to the supervisor ensuring adequately labeled products. Other responsibilities include operating essential store equipment, adhering to the sanitary standards of the working area, and assisting customers with their concerns and inquiries. A stower should have excellent time-management skills and the ability to multi-task, especially on working with a fast-paced environment.

Store merchandiser vs stower salary

Store merchandisers and stowers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Store Merchandiser	Stower
Average salary	$37,143	$27,464
Salary range	Between $24,000 And $55,000	Between $21,000 And $34,000
Highest paying City	Reno, NV	Lakewood, WA
Highest paying state	Oregon	Washington
Best paying company	The Coca-Cola Company	Rich Products
Best paying industry	Retail	Technology

Differences between store merchandiser and stower education

There are a few differences between a store merchandiser and a stower in terms of educational background:

	Store Merchandiser	Stower
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 50%	High School Diploma, 44%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Store merchandiser vs stower demographics

Here are the differences between store merchandisers' and stowers' demographics:

	Store Merchandiser	Stower
Average age	38	38
Gender ratio	Male, 54.6% Female, 45.4%	Male, 69.9% Female, 30.1%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.1% Unknown, 5.5% Hispanic or Latino, 20.0% Asian, 7.1% White, 57.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%	Black or African American, 8.5% Unknown, 5.5% Hispanic or Latino, 19.6% Asian, 6.7% White, 58.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
LGBT Percentage	6%	6%

Differences between store merchandiser and stower duties and responsibilities

Store merchandiser example responsibilities.

Manage entire pet food recycling facility converting 9,000 tons per year from pet food to swine and poultry feed.
Maintain database of stores, displays, soda units and pallets with PeopleSoft
Service area stores with beverage product, unload pallets, distribute merchandise, remove expire merchandise.
Ring up customers using a standard POS system and promote the purchase of the store credit card to all shoppers.
Communicate internally to ASM management and externally with customers regarding project status and completion.
Organize and conduct Macys luggage seminars and bridal events.

Stower example responsibilities.

Operate material handling equipment in safe and efficient manner; including forklifts, balers, and compactors.
Itemize and total customer purchases at checkout counter, using POS terminal, and accept various forms of payment.
Use all equipment in deli/bakery/bistro such as the refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
Operate POS cash registers, closing/opening tills, balancing the cash drawer, and ensure customers are greeted and serve quickly.
Operate heavy machinery including balers and forklifts.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and floor to ensure safety and sanitation regulations.

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Store merchandiser vs stower skills

Common store merchandiser skills

In-Store, 15%
Customer Satisfaction, 11%
Retail Store, 10%
Cleanliness, 9%
Basic Math, 7%
Product Promotions, 4%

Common stower skills

PET, 23%
Pallets, 18%
Basic Math, 10%
Cleanliness, 7%
Math, 7%
Sales Floor, 5%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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