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SALES /MERCHANDISER SPECIALIST
Summary

Experienced Retail Sales Merchandiser versed in using product placement, end caps and points of purchase displays to manufacturer's best advantage. Astute professional with goal-oriented nature promotes optimized retail workflow for bolstered customer experience. Exceptional negotiator for prime positioning locations.

Skills
  • Cost Analysis
  • Marketing Techniques
  • POS
  • Sales Techniques
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Active listener
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Display resetting
  • POS systems knowledge
  • Seasonal promotions
  • Marketing knowledge
Experience
Sales /Merchandiser Specialist10/2018 to CurrentRedbull Distribution companyAllentown, PA
  • Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
  • Maximized potential for sales cycle success through effective promotion and product-display placement.
  • Authorized invoice payments and merchandise returns.
  • Researched current and past business performance using online systems and available reports.
  • Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
  • Identified labels, trends and opportunities by sampling competitor shopping experiences.
  • Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract customers and optimize sales.
  • Displayed appropriate signage for products and sales promotions.
  • Configured and arranged up-to-date advertising and marketing displays, creatively placed merchandise on counters or tables to promote visibility and sales.
Auto Detailer06/2018 to 09/2019Sussman Automotive GroupAbington, PA
  • Inspected vehicles prior to service and immediately afterwards to make sure there was no damage.
  • Verified proper stickers and plates were attached to vehicle to establish status of vehicle.
  • Applied wax to auto body and wiped and buffed surfaces with cloth or buffing machines to prevent oxidation.
  • Inspected vehicles thoroughly to recommend changing of auto parts, painting and other necessary services.
  • Vacuumed interior, cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces and added air fresheners to interior of vehicle.
Owner/Operator01/2013 to 10/2018Dublin In. Inc.Dublin, PA
  • Secured long-term accounts, managing sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
  • Recruited exceptional job candidates via diverse traditional and digital routes for suitability for key positions.
  • Promoted store offerings through newspaper advertisements, catalogs and brochures to attract new customers.
  • Developed business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports.
  • Participated in networking events to establish and cement community ties, B2B relationships and industry connections.
  • Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
  • Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
  • Negotiated with [Type] vendors to gain optimal pricing on [Type] products resulting in [Number]% increase in profit margin.
  • Hosted fundraising events for various charities to boost brand awareness and community engagement.
  • Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.
Manager05/1995 to 12/2013Dublin Inn Inc.Dublin, PA
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes.
  • Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
  • Strengthened product branding initiatives and coordinated effective marketing campaigns.
  • Addressed internal and customer-related issues each day and affected strategic resolutions.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
  • Restocked beer and liquor on regular schedule and after special events to prepare for forecasted needs.
  • Pursued training opportunities to advance mixology knowledge and refine understanding of beer, wine and liquor, better serving bar customers with current expertise.
  • Devised innovative strategies for increasing bar revenue by introducing new concepts and signature drinks, developing promotions and creating customer engagement events.
  • Monitored patrons to keep alcohol consumption at designated levels.
  • Promoted optimal beverage stock by monitoring monthly inventory and partnering with owner for corrective action planning to reduce expenses.
Education and Training
High School Diploma05/1990Pennridge High SchoolPerkasie, PA
Commercial Pilot License: Rotorcraft 09/2011Ace AviationAllentown, PA
Private Pilot License : Rotorcraft08/2010Ace Aviation Allentown, PA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Redbull Distribution company
  • Sussman Automotive Group
  • Dublin In. Inc.
  • Dublin Inn Inc.

School Attended

  • Pennridge High School
  • Ace Aviation

Job Titles Held:

  • Sales /Merchandiser Specialist
  • Auto Detailer
  • Owner/Operator
  • Manager

Degrees

  • High School Diploma 05/1990
    Commercial Pilot License : Rotorcraft 09/2011
    Private Pilot License : Rotorcraft 08/2010

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