Independent Retail Merchandiser — Flexible Projects

Winston Retail; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Paid online training

Flexible schedules

Wellness benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Newton, IA. This Independent Contractor role blends ongoing store support with project-based merchandising, offering $14-$16 per hour and flexible, project-driven hours.

You’ll stock, merchandise, and reset displays, build relationships with store teams, and report outcomes using mobile tools. Ideal candidates are self-starters, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently across multiple brands.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organization, time management, and accountability.
• Detail-oriented with merchandising and visual presentation.
• Comfortable using smartphones and reporting apps.
• Adaptable and flexible in a changing retail environment.
• Results-driven with a commitment to execution and customer experiences.
• Experience in retail, merchandising, or consumer packaged goods preferred.
• Previous customer service or sales experience preferred.
• Planogram experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Stock, replenish, and merchandise products to maintain brand standards and in-store presentation.
• Execute merchandising projects, displays, resets, and promotional initiatives with precision and attention to detail.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store management and associates.
• Ensure planogram compliance and maintain product placement standards.
• Complete store visit reports, including photos and detailed feedback, using mobile reporting tools.
• Effectively communicate opportunities, challenges, and project updates.
• Manage schedules and assigned store visits to ensure deliverables are completed on time.
• Maintain a high level of quality, professionalism, and accountability across all assignments.
• Support large-scale merchandising and retail execution initiatives as needed.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Organization

Attention to detail

Smartphone reporting

Adaptability

Results driven

Retail merchandising experience

Customer service experience

Job description

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Newton, IA. This Independent Contractor role blends ongoing store support with project-based merchandising, offering $14-$16 per hour and flexible, project-driven hours.

You’ll stock, merchandise, and reset displays, build relationships with store teams, and report outcomes using mobile tools. Ideal candidates are self-starters, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently across multiple brands.