Merchandising professional successful at representing consumer tastes and needs in the retail market. Accurately assesses competition and seeks effective ways to boost sales and reinforce client brands. Retail Merchandiser who thrives in a team-oriented environment, working creatively and effectively to reach company goals. Retail Merchandiser skilled at creatively conceptualizing and building an artistic framework around any given assignment. Pays close attention to detail and creates displays that engage and intrigue. Skillful Retail Merchandiser accomplished in product assembly, material handling and setting displays. Works well independently and as part of dynamic teams. Retail Merchandiser focused on creating value for customers and product longevity for retail manufacturers. Reinforces client brands through effective advertising while staying aware of potential growth opportunities. Visual Merchandiser skilled at collaborating with fashion designers on product placement, store displays and marketing material for new clothing launches and promotions. Detail-oriented Retail Merchandiser effective at monitoring inventory levels and predicting product demand. Monitors supply levels and product marketing for optimal sales. Results-oriented Retail Merchandiser who leverages solid market knowledge and creative business strategies to maximize product profitability.
Education
Conway High SchoolConway, SCExpected in 1996 – –High School Diploma:English, Geometry, Algebra, Geography, Journalism, Biology etc. - GPA:
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Coursework in Journalism
Perfect attendance up to the eleventh grade
Participated in band
Went outside of school for sponsorship from businesses
Skills
Customer service-oriented
Retail sales professional
Vendor relations
Markdown procedures
Inventory control
Twelve years in purchasing
Excellent communication skills
Proficient in VueScan
Planogram design
Fashion industry knowledge
Pricing controls
Reliable and punctual
Creative
Product inventory counts
Work History
Ben E Keith Co - Merchandiser Laredo, TX, 04/2005 - 06/2011
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Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing.
Created visual marketing and styled window displays.
Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays.
Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Rotated manufacturer products as needed.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise using a ladder and pallet jack.
Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.
Setted merchandise on endcaps and front area of the store that sold at a higher volume than others
Resetted areas using planograms
Involved in three In-store set ups
Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports.
Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing.
Tracked and recapped key item performance.
Planned and coordinated the availability of products for advertising and promotion purposes.
Organized and tracked departmental receipt flow for new and reordered merchandise.
Partnered with sales representatives and managers to coordinate delivery and merchandising schedule.
Traveled to other stores within the company to assist the store manager with tasks they needed done.
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Ben E Keith Co - Sales Associate/Merchandiser Las Cruces, NM, 03/2004 - 02/2005
Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing.
Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.
Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing.
Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports.
Created visual marketing and styled window displays.
Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays.
Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Monitored and analyzed sales records and consumer purchasing trends.
Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create a purchase and inventory plan.
Tracked and recapped key item performance.
Planned and coordinated the availability of products for advertising and promotion purposes.
Organized and tracked departmental receipt flow for new and reordered merchandise.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise using a ladder and pallet jack.
Educated employees on new merchandise during seasonal workshops.
Resetted areas by planograms
Kelly Services - Merchandiser City, STATE, 02/2004 - 07/2004
Involved in two In-store set ups
Setted areas using planograms and floorplans
Assembled fixtures, setted grids using j hooks and pegs, and did signage
Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.
Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise using a ladder and pallet jack.
Rotated manufacturer products as needed.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Created visual marketing and styled window displays.
Wal-Mart - Sales Associate/Merchandiser/Test Scanner City, STATE, 10/1999 - 04/2003
Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing.
Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.
Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing.
Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports.
Created visual marketing and styled window displays.
Negotiated prices, discount terms and all transportation arrangements for merchandise.
Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays.
Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Monitored and analyzed sales records and consumer purchasing trends.
Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create a purchase and inventory plan.
Completed stock orders and managed inventory levels.
Tracked and recapped key item performance.
Planned and coordinated the availability of products for advertising and promotion purposes.
Organized and tracked departmental receipt flow for new and reordered merchandise.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Rotated manufacturer products as needed.
Partnered with sales representatives and managers to coordinate delivery and merchandising schedule.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise using a ladder and pallet jack.
Educated employees on new merchandise during seasonal workshops.
Involved in In-store set up using planograms and floorplans
Scanned every item in each department looking for missed markdowns to prevent shrinkage within the store.
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K-mart - Sales/Merchandiser City, STATE, 02/1999 - 10/1999
Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing.
Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.
Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing.
Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports.
Created visual marketing and styled window displays.
Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays.
Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Monitored and analyzed sales records and consumer purchasing trends.
Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create a purchase and inventory plan.
Completed stock orders and managed inventory levels.
Tracked and recapped key item performance.
Planned and coordinated the availability of products for advertising and promotion purposes.
Organized and tracked departmental receipt flow for new and reordered merchandise.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Rotated manufacturer products as needed.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise using a ladder and pallet jack.
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