Retail Merchandiser
Company : Sfs, Inc
Location : Viola, IL, 61486
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Overview
Retail Merchandiser
Come join SFS as a Retail Merchandiser independent contractor and enjoy all the benefits of creating your own schedule. This flexible environment is created by the clients we service, they provide a window of time instead of a specific days, allowing you to set your own schedule. As a Merchandiser, you can service various products, conduct resets, product cut-ins, returns, POP placement and other general merchandising activities. We have available part-time, on-going work servicing a wide-variety of clients/retailers for weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly visits.
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Things to Consider:
- You control when and how much you work
- Create your work schedule
- Be your own BOSS
What we Offer:
- Competitive pay
- DailyPay – work today, get paid tomorrow
- Free Enrollment Required
Qualifications:
- Merchandising and/or retail experience
- Available weekday daytime hours
- Able to read plan-o-grams
- Able to carry and lift up to 40 lbs. repeatedly
- Able to bend, stoop and stand for extended periods
- Internet access with an active email address
- Android or iOS smart phone and/or tablet for wireless reporting
- Report client work completions on the same day as service
- Reliable transportation, some travel involved
SFS, Inc. is a leading supplier of field services to Fortune 1000 manufacturers and retailers in the U.S. We contract over 3 million retail merchandising, auditing, installation and assembly projects in almost every zip code in the country, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Our services are critical to sustaining the retail industry and our team of professionals are responsible for advancing it.
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Frequently asked questions
Retail Merchandisers in Viola, IL enjoy considerable flexibility, often setting their own hours within client-provided time windows. This independent contractor role allows you to balance work with personal commitments, making it ideal for those seeking part-time or adjustable schedules in merchandising.
Yes, merchandisers in Viola must adapt to various store layouts and client expectations. Navigating diverse retail environments while managing travel between locations requires strong organizational skills and reliable transportation, especially given the rural setting and spread-out retail outlets.
Employers look for experience with plan-o-grams, physical stamina for lifting up to 40 lbs, and proficiency using smartphones or tablets for reporting. Demonstrating strong attention to detail and time management can set you apart in retail merchandiser job applications.
While both focus on product presentation, Retail Merchandisers typically handle physical stocking, resets, and POP placement in stores. Sales Merchandisers may concentrate more on customer engagement and sales growth strategies, making the retail merchandiser role more execution-focused in-store.
Starting as a retail merchandiser can lead to supervisory roles like merchandiser manager or merchandising coordinator. Gaining expertise in inventory management, client relations, and merchandising strategy often opens doors to leadership positions within retail service companies.
Viola's smaller retail market means fewer positions but also less competition than urban centers. Local retailers value dependable merchandisers who can manage travel between stores, and flexible contractors often find steady work servicing multiple clients in the region.
Sfs, Inc. provides competitive pay and a daily pay option, allowing merchandisers to receive earnings quickly with free enrollment. Their flexible scheduling model empowers contractors to control their workload, distinguishing them from firms with rigid shift structures.
Merchandisers at Sfs, Inc. submit same-day wireless reports using smartphones or tablets, ensuring clients receive timely updates. This real-time reporting enhances transparency and streamlines communication, which is critical for maintaining client satisfaction.
Retail Merchandisers in Viola, IL typically earn between $13 and $18 per hour, depending on experience and client contracts. Independent contractor roles may offer variable pay, but competitive rates align with regional cost of living and merchandising industry standards.
While not always mandatory, having retail or merchandising experience greatly enhances your ability to interpret plan-o-grams and efficiently execute merchandising tasks. Familiarity with retail environments helps new merchandisers adjust quickly and perform confidently.