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MERCHANDISER
Summary

Flexible, experienced independent contractor with extensive customer-service experience capable of quickly learning new tasks and taking on new challenges. Open to change and making accommodations for clients and fellow employees, as well as striving to maintain positive communication and connections. Always seeking out new opportunities and learning experiences to advance in skillsets.

Skills
  • Semi-fluent in German and working towards fluency in Spanish and Italian
  • Able to lift over 50 lbs
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Inventory tracking and organization
  • Flexible schedule
  • Attentive listener
  • Strategic planner
  • Oral and written communication
  • Skilled multi-tasker
  • Detail-oriented
  • Culturally-sensitive
  • Results-driven
Experience
Merchandiser | 04/2019 to CurrentCompany Name - City, State
  • Consulted with management and advertising teams to plan optimal promotions.
  • Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
  • Upheld stock levels and proper pricing for multiple product lines.
  • Maximized potential for sales cycle success through effective promotions placement and eye-catching product displays.
  • Established and maintained proper high-traffic displays, resulting in increased sales.
  • Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across several locations.
Freight Handler | 09/2017 to 11/2018Company Name - City, State
  • Inspected and reported or repaired damaged cargo.
  • Assisted in training new warehouse employees.
  • Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment.
  • Optimized project completion time by multitasking duties using heavy equipment.
  • Alerted purchasing team of shortages or damaged goods identified when unloading trucks.
  • Tracked inventory, conducted cycle counts and audits and resolved issues to maintain accurate records.
  • Palletized boxes for easy movement and shipment.
  • Gained complete understanding of duties and job tasks for each shift, prioritizing those requiring immediate completion.
  • Tracked movements with hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors about potential hazards and other issues to resolve together.
  • Exceeded specific team goal by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
  • Offered to assist Freight Supervisor with managerial duties during busy periods, which led to development of additional skills and improved productivity within warehouse.
  • Responded to job-related inquiries from supervisor quickly and professionally and provided updates on anticipated task completion times.
  • Cleared aisles, swept floors and reorganized inventory to keep warehouse neat and remove obstacles.
  • Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Freight Handler | 05/2015 to 08/2017Company Name - City, State
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to facilitate movement in accordance with scheduling requirements.
  • Cleaned and removed debris from shipping and receiving sections to prevent accidents and keep areas clear.
  • Responded to job-related inquiries from supervisor quickly and professionally and provided updates on anticipated task completion times.
  • Attached documents, such as PO receipts, packing slips and bill of lading to outbound shipments.
  • Gained complete understanding of duties and job tasks for each shift, prioritizing those requiring immediate completion.
  • Moved gaylords and furniture items using electric pallet jack and lift equipment safely to prevent accidents and mishaps.
  • Cleared aisles, swept floors and reorganized inventory to keep warehouse neat and remove obstacles.
  • Unloaded cargo with machinery or hand jacks, maintaining clean, safe and organized warehouse areas.
  • Monitored production deadlines and inventory allocation.
  • Trained new team members, including management, for multiple different Goodwill NCW locations.
  • Inspected and reported or repaired damaged cargo.
  • Protected company inventory with well-organized and secure storage areas.
  • Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
  • Protected furniture by disassembling easily damaged parts, detaching headboards from bed frames and securing loose or unstable components.
Freight Handler | 11/2014 to 08/2015Company Name - City, State
  • Communicated with customers in English or German regarding international products.
  • Palletized boxes for easy movement and shipment.
  • Examined incoming shipments to verify quantity and quality, returning unacceptable shipments to suppliers for refunds or replacement.
  • Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
  • Tracked movements with hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling.
  • Attached documents, such as PO receipts, packing slips and bill of lading to outbound shipments.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Alerted purchasing team of shortages or damaged goods identified when unloading trucks.
  • Optimized project completion time by multitasking duties using heavy equipment.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors about potential hazards and other issues to resolve together.
  • Responded to job-related inquiries from supervisor quickly and professionally and provided updates on anticipated task completion times.
  • Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, preparing shipment documents and securing products on pallets.
  • Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
  • Protected furniture by disassembling easily damaged parts, detaching headboards from bed frames and securing loose or unstable components.
  • Contributed ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
  • Double-checked work orders and customer requests before packing.
Education and Training
Appleton East High School - - City | High School Diploma06/2012
Academy of Art University - - City,State | | Bachelor of ArtsVideo Game Design And Technology, Expected in 09/2030
Outside Interests

Learning new languages and about different cultures, creating art, and working with technology to improve the lives of myself and others.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Appleton East High School
  • Academy of Art University

Job Titles Held:

  • Merchandiser
  • Freight Handler

Degrees

  • Appleton East High School - City | High School Diploma
    Academy of Art University - City , State | Bachelor of Arts

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