Retail Store Visual Merchandiser

Jack Flash is a growing, family-owned convenience store chain headquartered in Effingham, Illinois. We are known for creating visually engaging retail environments that reflect our bold brand personality and enhance the overall customer experience. Our gift store areas play a key role in setting our stores apart, and we are committed to thoughtful merchandising that drives sales while telling a compelling brand story.

The Retail Merchandising Specialist supports Jack Flash retail teams by executing creative, brand-right visual merchandising throughout our gift store locations. This role blends hands‑on execution with creativity and organization, ensuring that every product display is visually appealing, customer-focused, and aligned with company standards. The Visual Merchandising Specialist works closely with office leadership, marketing, and store management while traveling to store locations to bring merchandising plans to life.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a retail environment, has a strong eye for detail and design, and is comfortable working independently in the field while collaborating with multiple teams.

Execute visual merchandising plans, floor sets, and product presentations across all Jack Flash gift store locations

Travel regularly to store locations to implement displays, resets, and signage updates according to brand standards

Collaborate with office leadership, marketing, and in-store teams to interpret merchandising direction and promotional priorities

Refresh and maintain in-store displays to highlight new products, seasonal offerings, and promotions

Ensure shelves, fixtures, and display areas are clean, organized, well-stocked, and visually appealing

Assist with product placement and inventory flow to maximize product visibility and sales performance

Support store managers and team members with merchandising best practices

Assist with general store operations as needed

Previous retail, merchandising, or visual presentation experience preferred, but not required

Strong eye for design, color, layout, and visual detail

Ability to follow brand standards while applying creativity and problem‑solving skills

Ability to lift and move merchandise and fixtures up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends or holidays

Valid driver's license and ability to travel between store locations

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Company‑paid travel expenses