Independent Retail Merchandiser - Flexible Hours

SFS; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay available

Flexible schedule

Independent contractor opportunities

Service to major retailers

Job summary

SFS is expanding its nationwide network of independent contractors and seeks experienced Retail Merchandisers. This role offers flexible scheduling across multiple retailers, with project windows rather than fixed shifts. Projects include merchandising, resets, audits, and display maintenance.

Typical hours per month are modest, with some locations requiring early month visits. Join us for active, independent field work.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising, retail, reset, auditing, or customer service preferred.
• Ability to read and execute planograms and merchandising instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Effective communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable using mobile technology for reporting and project documentation.
• Available to complete assignments during retailer service windows, primarily weekday daytime hours.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds repeatedly.
• Reliable transportation for travel between assigned retail locations.

Responsibilities

• Review project instructions and client expectations before each assignment.
• Execute merchandising projects according to client requirements.
• Perform product resets, cut‑ins, display maintenance, and promotional installations.
• Remove discontinued or outdated products and materials.
• Conduct inventory counts and product scanning activities.
• Stock and organize merchandise according to planograms and merchandising standards.
• Ensure displays are clean, organized, and accurately presented.
• Travel between retail locations as desired and accepted.
• Complete required reporting, including photos and project documentation, using a mobile device.
• Submit project completion reports on the same day services are performed.

Skills

Planograms

Inventory counts

Independent work

Communication

Mobile reporting

Time management

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Mobile device/app

Job description

SFS is expanding its nationwide network of independent contractors and seeks experienced Retail Merchandisers. This role offers flexible scheduling across multiple retailers, with project windows rather than fixed shifts. Projects include merchandising, resets, audits, and display maintenance.

Typical hours per month are modest, with some locations requiring early month visits. Join us for active, independent field work.