Retail Merchandising Specialist

Winston Retail; Florence (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Online training

Flexible schedule

Wellness benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Winston Retail is seeking a Retail Merchandising Specialist in Florence, OR to bring fashion to life in-store, styling displays and mannequins to reflect our brand identity.

This independent contractor role offers flexible project-based hours, competitive hourly pay, and training. You will visit stores, report results via the Winston App, and collaborate with store managers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in apparel merchandising or related fields is preferred.
• Experience with mannequins, assembling, updating and styling.
• A portfolio is preferred but not required; familiarity with planograms and visual directives is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement merchandising strategies that align with company standards.
• Execute planograms to optimize product placement and maximize sales with apparel and hardlines.
• Communicate merchandising needs with team members and store management.
• Work independently and as part of a team across different store settings.
• Manage monthly scheduling to ensure store visits and deliverables meet deadlines.
• Submit store visit reports with before/after photos and feedback via the Winston App.
• Use smartphones for reporting (iOS 11+ or newer; Android 2020+).
• Lift up to 25 pounds and stand for the entire shift.

Skills

Merchandising

Visual merchandising

Planograms

Mannequin styling

Communication

Time management

Physical stamina

Tools

Winston App

Job description

Description

Job Title: Retail Merchandising Specialist

Location: Florence, OR

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Pay: $19-$22 per hour (rate based on market and relevant experience)

Expected Hours: Varies, Project-Based

Job Overview: Winston Retail is seeking a passionate, detail-driven apparel merchandiser to bring fashion to life at the store level. As an apparel merchandiser, you'll ensure clothing is styled, organized, and presented to reflect brand identity and attract shoppers. Working hands-on in stores, you'll be responsible for styling mannequins and displays to create a polished, trend-forward shopping experience.

• Develop and implement effective merchandising strategies that align with company standards
• Execute planograms to optimize product placement and maximize sales with apparel and hardline merchandise
• Communicate effectively with team members and store management regarding merchandising needs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in different store settings
• Manage monthly scheduling to ensure store visits and merchandising deliverables are completed by assigned deadlines, demonstrating strong time management and accountability
• Submit store visit reports, including taking before and after photos and writing feedback, using our Winston App on a smart device
• Smartphones are required for reporting:
  • IOS: Use an iPhone 11 or newer
  • Android: Use a 2020 or newer device with an OS no more than four versions behind the latest
• Ability to liftup to 25 pounds and stand for theentire shift

• Proven experience in apparel merchandising or a related field is preferred
• Experience working with mannequins (assembling, updating, and styling)
• A portfolio of work is preferred but not required
• Familiarity with planograms and visual directives is essential
• A keen eye for detail and creativity in presenting apparel displays
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Competitive hourly rate
• Paid online training
• Flexible schedule
• Wellness benefits
• Opportunities for advancement

• Monday-Friday (weekends optional)
• Hours vary per project

At Winston, we are ALL IN!

At Winston, we celebrate our diverse talent and unique skill sets, embracing change to grow stronger together. Our goal is to ensure every member of the Winston community feels valued, respected, and heard daily, including our applicants. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also uphold fair employment practices concerning citizenship and immigration status.