Retail Store Associate - Merrell

Ref. Id - 2026-11032 Date posted 08/11/2026

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Our Retail Store Associate - Merrell, team strives to create amazing experiences for our consumers, every hour, every day. As the face of our brands and company, our teams directly engage our consumers and help them make the perfect purchase. In this service-oriented position, our teams aim to be the best at what they do, while having fun at work and having a passion for our brands. Throughout our 100 specialty and outlet stores, our highly motivated teams are fully knowledgeable about store products and policies, handle store operations and ensure the store looks Grand Opening-ready for every customer.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Retail Store Associate - Merrell? Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right skill level.

Organized
Goal-oriented in the business
Analytical
Quick-thinking
Motivational
Team player

Wolverine has been a wonderful home for me over the tenure of my career, as I have been able to elevate myself from Store Manager, to Area Manager, to District Manager of the Mid-Atlantic. Promoting from within is a core value of our company and from our store teams, to field management, to the executive team, I am consistently amazed at how dedicated each and every team member is to collaborating, mentoring, and driving our business forward. I couldn’t be prouder to be a member of the Wolverine family!
Blake District Manager

Career Path

Wolverine Worldwide offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

Store Associate
Keyholder
Assistant Store Manager
Store Manager
Area Manager
District Manager

What We Offer

Health Care Benefits

Health Care Benefits

Employees have a choice of medical plans along with dental, vision, spending and savings accounts. Additionally, we offer a variety of voluntary plans that allow them to choose the level of coverage and the type of benefits that work best for them and their family.
Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

We offer paid time off programs including vacation, holidays, and corporate wellness days in support of our employees’ work-life balance.
Family Programs

Family Programs

We understand how important family is to our employees, so we offer expanded maternal and paternal leave, on-site daycare facility in Rockford, family and medical leave, access to Employee Assistance Services and more.
Wellness Program

Wellness Program

We live what many of our brands stand for: healthy active lifestyles. That’s why we offer employees access to on-site fitness centers*, run clubs across regions* and access to discounts on various fitness partners*.
Retirement Plans

Retirement Plans

To build a more secure financial future, employees can enroll in comprehensive retirement plans.
Product Discount

Product Discount

Employees are granted a generous product discount of 50% off regular-priced merchandise on our family of brands.
Community

Community

To stay connected and engaged in the workplace, employees can be part of our womxn’s resource group, Working Mom’s Group, PRIDE, and more!
Other Fun Perks

Other Fun Perks

We offer a variety of other amazing benefits. Employees can take part in our summer hours program, utilize Doggie Daycare*, discounted entertainment tickets, sample sales, Meditation Mondays* and more.

*Ask your recruiter if this benefit is provided at your desired campus.

Retail Store Associate - Merrell

Job ID 2026-11032 Apply Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty and Wolverine. Wolverine World wide's continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

Our team members are the beating heart of all our stores across the world, bringing their contagious passion to work every day, and going above and beyond to ensure an amazing experience for every customer they meet. From the moment they enter the store to when they leave, you will be responsible for making sure our customers have an exceptional experience. Whether that’s helping them pick a new pair of shoes, or helping them style an outfit, your core responsibility is to ensure our consumers enjoy their time with us in store.

Key Responsibilities

Creating amazing experiences for our customers through offering authentic customer service that will leave a lasting impression.
Achieving sales targets and performance metrics.
Interact with our wonderful customers and educate them on our product, striving to build rapport and lasting relationships.
Store Standards -maintaining store standards, front and back, including visual merchandising, managing deliveries, maintaining stock replenishment, helping loss prevention and adhering to health & safety procedures.
Be responsible for cash management and adhere to all policy and procedures for security & health & safety and stock accuracy standards.
Encourage customer loyalty by discussing upcoming collection launches and obtaining customer data.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Flexible schedule and availability to work weekends and holidays
Retail sales experience is preferred, but not required
Passion for our brands and brand lifestyles
Excellent communication skills
A positive and professional attitude
Enthusiasm to learn and to share your product knowledge
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, sales-driven atmosphere

US Candidates Only

Performing duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies
High School diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions

Retail environment

Salary Minimum

$13.20

Salary Maximum

$17.33

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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