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From the lens How To Become A Merchandiser.

  • hotbrain May 14, 2012 @ 3:55 am | delete
    I never knew that there was a job called a "merchandiser".... Now I know what those people I see setting displays up are called! I like marketing, so this is all quite interesting.
  • CountrySunshine Apr 25, 2012 @ 10:03 pm | delete
    I've been a merchandiser for several years. It's a great way to bring in some extra income. I agree... don't pay to get a job! NARMS is a great resource, especially when starting out. I've had companies contact & hire me through my profile on there. I prefer to work for the company outright, rather than a merchandiser company. It seems to pay more, especially when it comes to mileage.
  • EditorDave Apr 3, 2012 @ 4:38 pm | delete
    Nice lens about something I was only vaguely aware of. Congratulations on a Squidoo mastpiece!
  • myamya Feb 23, 2012 @ 6:49 am | delete
    Very nice lens weel done! squidlikes!
  • CCGAL Feb 19, 2012 @ 10:44 am | delete
    This was fascinating to me, because the only kind of merchandising I was aware of was what I did for a specialty grocery company, and that was one specific store that I visited every week. I placed an order on Monday, and it was shipped to the store on Thursday, when I'd go in and basically unpack the products, stock the specific locations in the store, and make any price label changes, and document damaged goods. I didn't realize there were so many other facets to Merchandising, nor that one could obtain a certification. This was extremely useful information that I had never seen anywhere before.
  • GiftRepSandy Feb 14, 2012 @ 9:32 pm | delete
    Interesting! Can you explain exactly what a Merchandiser is? Sorry if this is a dumb questions -- you just did not address that in your lens and I think it would be very helpful!
  • badmsm Feb 14, 2012 @ 11:14 pm | delete
    Thanks for visiting!

    In the intro, I explain what merchandising is: activities designed to promote in-store sales, including shelf layout, counter cards, mobiles, point of purchase displays, events, etc.

    A merchandiser sets things up and makes those things happen. :)
  • AvonGirl Nov 25, 2011 @ 10:13 pm | delete
    thanks!
  • LindaJM Sep 19, 2011 @ 2:22 pm | delete
    Thanks for a few ideas on merchandising!
  • moonlitta Jul 5, 2011 @ 10:20 am | delete
    Very interesting job really well explained! Squid Angel Blessed too.
  • aesta1 Feb 24, 2011 @ 8:16 pm | delete
    This is a good guide for someone who wants to pursue this career. What many third world entrepreneurs need. They have beautiful products but can't seem to find markets.
  • TopMovieSoundtracks Nov 22, 2010 @ 2:40 am | delete
    I'm a merchandiser too. I merchandise garden plants. Good job taking the time to outline your job and share with others your experience.
  • kiwisoutback Jul 16, 2009 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    Awesome job, and that Angel logo you made is incredible! Squid Angel blessed!
  • OhMe May 7, 2009 @ 4:41 am | delete
    Very interesting. Thank you for sharing this great information and for visiting my Birth Order lens and blessing it. I sure do appreciate it.
  • mbrownauthor Nov 29, 2008 @ 11:04 am | delete
    Very helpful. Thanks!
  • TheMexicanBlackBird Oct 17, 2008 @ 2:53 pm | delete
    Very nice Lens. I was just introduced to merchandising by my friend who works 3 days a week, and just applied for a part time position myself. It will make a nice supplemental income while I am building up my affiliate marketing and virtual assistant services.
  • pheephee Apr 25, 2008 @ 5:09 pm | delete
    I have worked with Driveline,Premium Retail, Retail Marketing Professionals and several other companies.My favorite thing about merchandising is setting my own hours,so I have time to do other things.
  • Retro_Loco Jan 28, 2008 @ 11:17 am | delete
    Sounds like a fun job to me!! I am so glad I found this lens...thanks for sharing your experiences. 5*'s
    ~Vicki~ Retro Loco
  • libbysmom Dec 11, 2007 @ 12:31 am | delete
    I am also a merchandiser. I have worked for Archway (now Driveline), American Greetings, SPAR, MCG Connect, NRG, and MMC. It is true that you basically can set your own hours and you can pick and choose what jobs that you take. Great lens!
  • daoine Aug 7, 2007 @ 1:59 am | delete
    Very interesting Bette.
  • AtHomeSource Aug 6, 2007 @ 11:50 pm | delete
    I've always been curious about these types of jobs. Another excellent lens and 5 stars for you :)
  • badmsm Aug 6, 2007 @ 6:32 pm | delete
    Share your success stories and comments here!
  • badmsm Aug 6, 2007 @ 4:02 pm | delete
    Share your success stories here!

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Bette Miles-Holleman is a retail merchandiser, customer service analyst, model and stylist with over 25 years experience in the fashion... more »

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