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Harper Group

Visual Merchandiser

Las Vegas, NV

Freelance Visual Merchandiser Location: Las Vegas, NV Position Type: Freelance / Contract Industry ... guide purchasing behavior. * Maintain visual standards consistently across installations.

Harper Group

Visual Merchandiser

Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Freelance Visual Merchandiser Location: Las Vegas, NV Position Type: Freelance / Contract Industry ... guide purchasing behavior. * Maintain visual standards consistently across installations.

Harper Group

Visual Merchandiser

New York, NY ยท On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Freelance Visual Merchandiser Location: New York, NY Position Type: Freelance / Contract Industry ... guide purchasing behavior. * Maintain visual standards consistently across installations.

Harper Group

Visual Merchandiser

Atlanta, GA

Freelance Visual Merchandiser Location: Atlanta, GA Position Type: Freelance / Contract Industry ... guide purchasing behavior. * Maintain visual standards consistently across installations.

HUSH

Intern: Production

New York, NY

$20/hr

... freelance invoice trackingProject and studio expense management Acting as point of purchase for project related needs Schedule and run project wrap meetings and tasks Update talent & vendor notes in ...

HUSH

Intern: Production

Brooklyn, NY ยท On-site

$20/hr

... freelance invoice trackingProject and studio expense management Acting as point of purchase for project related needs Schedule and run project wrap meetings and tasks Update talent & vendor notes in ...

HUSH

Intern: Production

New York, NY

$20/hr

... freelance invoice trackingProject and studio expense management Acting as point of purchase for project related needs Schedule and run project wrap meetings and tasks Update talent & vendor notes in ...

Cotecna Inspections

Inspector Industrial

Chicago, IL ยท Remote

As a Freelance Inspector, you will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections of various ... Purchase Orders, Company specification requirements and approved drawings ยท Ability to review ...

Cotecna Inspections

Inspector Industrial

Portland, OR ยท Remote

As a Freelance Inspector, you will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections of various ... Purchase Orders, Company specification requirements and approved drawings ยท Ability to review ...

Apple

Lead Resource Manager, Marcom LA

Los Angeles, CA

$173K - $260K/yr

Forecast hiring and freelance needs for quarterly and fiscal year planning, factoring in project ... Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple ...

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How much do freelance purchasing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance purchasing in the United States is $22.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Purchasing vs Procurement Specialist?

AspectFreelance PurchasingProcurement Specialist
CredentialsNone required, but purchasing certifications helpfulOften requires certifications like CPSM or C.P.M.
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote or client-siteCorporate or organizational settings
Employer/Industry UsageFreelance/contract basis across various industriesFull-time or part-time in companies or government agencies
Search/Comparison IntentYesYes

Freelance Purchasing involves independent procurement work, often on a project basis, with flexible hours and varied clients. Procurement Specialists are typically employed full-time within organizations, focusing on strategic sourcing and supplier management. Both roles require knowledge of purchasing processes, but Freelance Purchasing offers more flexibility, while Procurement Specialists work within structured corporate environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Purchasing Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Purchasing Specialist, you need strong negotiation skills, an understanding of supply chain management, and relevant experience or education in procurement or business. Familiarity with procurement software, inventory management systems, and sometimes certifications like Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are valuable. Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building abilities help you manage vendors and adapt to changing client needs. These skills ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions, timely delivery of goods, and client satisfaction in a competitive freelance environment.

What is a freelance purchasing professional?

A freelance purchasing professional is an independent contractor who manages the procurement of goods and services for companies on a project or contract basis, instead of being a full-time employee. They are responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating prices, ensuring quality, and handling purchase orders. Freelance purchasing specialists often work with multiple clients, offering flexibility and specialized expertise to businesses that may not require a full-time procurement staff.

What are some common challenges freelance purchasing professionals face when managing multiple clients simultaneously?

Freelance purchasing professionals often juggle multiple clients, each with unique processes, priorities, and timelines. This can make it challenging to stay organized and responsive, especially when dealing with urgent requests or conflicting deadlines. Effective communication, time management, and robust record-keeping are essential to ensure all client needs are met and supplier relationships remain strong. Leveraging digital tools for tracking orders and contracts can help streamline workflows and minimize errors.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Purchasing job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,487 per year, or $22.8 per hour.
Visual Merchandiser

Visual Merchandiser

Harper Group

Las Vegas, NV

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Freelance Visual Merchandiserย 

Location: Las Vegas, NV
Position Type:ย Freelance / Contractย 
Industry:ย Gift, Accessory & Specialty Retailย 
Experience Level:ย Senior (10-15+ years)ย 

About the Roleย 

We areย seekingย an experienced, creative, and highly independentย Freelance Visual Merchandiser with deep expertise in the gift and accessory merchandising space. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who can take ownership of execution at tradeshows, drive engagement through compelling presentation, and elevate brand experience. Local candidates only - on-site presence and brand familiarity are essential.ย 

Upcoming Project Dates:

  • Juneย 22ย - June 26ย 
  • Julyย 13ย - July 24

Role will include occasional weekend work.

Key Responsibilitiesย 

  • Design & Executionย 
  • Implement visually compelling displaysย (product groupings, seasonal themes)ย whichย reflect brand identity and maximize sales.ย 
  • Utilize lighting, props, signage, fixtures, and layout strategies to enhanceย the customerย experience and guideย purchasingย behavior.ย 
  • Maintain visual standards consistently across installations.ย 
  • Strategic Merchandisingย 
  • Executeย merchandising aligned with seasonalย campaigns and business goals.ย 
  • Stay current with retail design trends and consumer preferences in gifts,ย accessoriesย and lifestyle merchandising.ย 

Required Qualificationsย 

  • 10-15+ yearsย of proven visual merchandising experience, ideally within the gift, accessory, lifestyle, or specialty retail sectors.ย 
  • Strong independent thinker capable of owning execution with minimal oversight.ย 
  • Exceptional aesthetic sensibility, attention to detail, and an advanced understanding of display principles and consumer psychology.ย 
  • Excellent communicationย andย collaboration.ย 
  • Comfortable working on-siteย during pre-show set-updates; ability to liftย at leastย 50lbsย / move display componentsย andย processย inventoryย when necessary.ย 
  • Has theย knowledgeย in usingย power tools,ย hand tools, andย comfortableย withย usingย ladders.ย 
  • Extendedย standing,ย physicalย aspects of the job (heavyย lifting at time)ย 
  • Portfolioย demonstratingย past work in visual merchandising, especially within gift/accessory displays preferred.ย 

Whatย We'reย Looking Forย 

We want someone who:ย 

  • Thinks creatively and strategicallyย in a fast-paced environmentย 
  • Makes decisions with confidence.ย 
  • Delivers polished, brand-elevating visuals.ย 
  • Has a deep passion for visual storytelling and an eye for compellingย wholesale/tradeshowย presentations.ย 

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