Independent Retail Merchandiser — Flexible Store Projects

Winston Retail; Carmi (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full 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 Carmi, IL to support ongoing store needs and project-based initiatives. Independent contractor status with flexible, varied hours and an hourly rate of $16–$18 based on market and experience.

You will build relationships with store teams, execute merchandising plans, and report outcomes via mobile tools. This role suits a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced retail environments and values accuracy and presentation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Able to work independently while collaborating with store teams.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and accountability traits.
• Detail-oriented with keen merchandising and visual presentation.
• Comfort with smartphones, handheld devices, and reporting apps.
• Planogram experience is a plus.
• Retail merchandising or consumer packaged goods experience preferred.
• Customer service or sales background preferred.

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

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Organization & time management

Attention to merchandising/visuals

Smartphone reporting

Adaptable & flexible

Retail merchandising experience

Customer service or sales experience

Planogram experience

Job description

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Carmi, IL to support ongoing store needs and project-based initiatives. Independent contractor status with flexible, varied hours and an hourly rate of $16–$18 based on market and experience.

You will build relationships with store teams, execute merchandising plans, and report outcomes via mobile tools. This role suits a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced retail environments and values accuracy and presentation.