Apparel Merchandising Specialist - Flexible Schedule

Winston Retail; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid online training

Wellness benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Winston Retail is seeking a passionate apparel merchandiser to bring fashion to life at the store level in Jacksonville, NC. As a Retail Merchandising Specialist, you will style mannequins, arrange displays, and ensure visuals reflect brand identity.

This independent contractor role requires hands-on work in stores, strong time management, and the ability to report via the Winston App on a smartphone. A portfolio is preferred and experience with planograms is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in apparel merchandising or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working with mannequins (assembling, updating, and styling).
• A portfolio of work is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with planograms and visual directives is essential.
• A keen eye for detail and creativity in presenting apparel displays.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective merchandising strategies that align with company standards.
• Execute planograms to optimize product placement and maximize sales with apparel and hardline merchandise.
• Communicate effectively with team members and store management regarding merchandising needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in different store settings.
• Manage monthly scheduling to ensure store visits and merchandising deliverables are completed by assigned deadlines, demonstrating strong time management and accountability.
• Submit store visit reports, including taking before and after photos and writing feedback, using our Winston App on a smart device.
• IOS: Use an iPhone 11 or newer; Android: Use a 2020 or newer device with an OS no more than four versions behind the latest.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for the entire shift.

Skills

Apparel merchandising

Mannequin styling

Planograms

Visual merchandising

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Winston Retail is seeking a passionate apparel merchandiser to bring fashion to life at the store level in Jacksonville, NC. As a Retail Merchandising Specialist, you will style mannequins, arrange displays, and ensure visuals reflect brand identity.

This independent contractor role requires hands-on work in stores, strong time management, and the ability to report via the Winston App on a smartphone. A portfolio is preferred and experience with planograms is essential.