Retail Merchandising Specialist

Winston Retail; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Online training

Wellness benefits

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Winston Retail in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a part-time Retail Merchandising Specialist to bring fashion to life in stores. You will style mannequins, create polished displays, and ensure clothes reflect brand identity to attract shoppers. Use the Winston App for reports and reporting via smartphones.

The role requires planning, independent work across multiple stores, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Competitive hourly pay and a flexible project-based schedule are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Submit store visit reports, including before/after photos and writing feedback, using the Winston App.

Skills

Apparel merchandising

Planograms

Creativity

Communication

Attention to detail

Mannequin styling

Smartphone reporting

Tools

Winston App

Job description

Location:

Santa Rosa, CA

Category:

Visual Merchandising

Job Title:

Retail Merchandising Specialist

Job Type:

Part-Time

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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 lift up to 25 pounds and stand for the entire shift

Experience & Skills:

• 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

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 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.

Please visit our site to learn more about who we are and what we do!
www.winstonretail.com