Independent Retail Merchandiser – Project-Based & Flexible

Winston Retail; Beardstown (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Paid online training

Flexible schedules

Wellness benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Beardstown, IL to provide ongoing store support and lead project-based merchandising initiatives. This independent contractor role combines hands-on positioning with relationship-building to enhance shopper experiences.

You will stock, merchandise, and reset displays, ensure planogram compliance, and report results via mobile tools. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently with store

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• 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

Relationship building

Independent work

Organization

Job description

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Beardstown, IL to provide ongoing store support and lead project-based merchandising initiatives. This independent contractor role combines hands-on positioning with relationship-building to enhance shopper experiences.

You will stock, merchandise, and reset displays, ensure planogram compliance, and report results via mobile tools. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently with store