Independent Retail Merchandiser — Visual Merchandising Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Online training

Flexible schedule

Wellness benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Dubuque, IA. This independent contractor role blends ongoing store support with project-based merchandising, helping brands create compelling displays and accurate planograms.

You will travel to stores, stock and merchandise, report via mobile tools, and collaborate with store teams. The position offers a flexible schedule, paid online training, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organization, time management, and accountability.
• Detail-oriented with a strong eye for merchandising and visual presentation.
• Comfortable using smartphones, handheld devices, and reporting applications.
• Adaptable and flexible in a changing retail environment.
• Results-driven with a commitment to delivering 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

Reporting apps

Planogram experience

Tools

Smartphones

Job description

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Support Merchandiser in Dubuque, IA. This independent contractor role blends ongoing store support with project-based merchandising, helping brands create compelling displays and accurate planograms.

You will travel to stores, stock and merchandise, report via mobile tools, and collaborate with store teams. The position offers a flexible schedule, paid online training, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced retail environment.