Ashton Wieland
Oviedo,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented merchandiser with 8 months of experience in the beverage industry, recognized for optimizing product displays and managing inventory effectively. Proven ability to foster strong client relationships that drive sales growth. Aspiring to enhance business operations knowledge and leadership capabilities through the LIT program for long-term contributions to organizational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Associate
Florida Distributing Company
Orlando, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Lead/trained a team of three merchandise associates in Central Florida's largest accounts.
- Coverage of 20 accounts over 3 counties in Greater Orlando
- Service accounts such as Total Wine, Publix, Winn Dixie, ABC Liquors, Walmart Neighborhood Markets
- Awarded Merchandiser of the Month in August.
- Communicate directly with store managers to ensure product placement is at store standards
- Advocate for newer product display to ensure our brands are located more frequently by customers to drive sales.
Fulfillment Expert
Target
Lake Mary, FL
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Led the closing team to a 100% ship-on-time percentage through Q4 of 2023.
- Supported Team Lead in organizing schedules for breaks and daily tasks to maintain smooth operations.
- Responsible for training new employees to pick, prep, and pack orders efficiently.
- Promoted to closing lead for fulfillment within the first 3 months.
Stock Associate
Winn Dixie
Orlando, FL
11.2016 - 04.2019
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries regarding product availability, prices, features, benefits .
- Updated products with new pricing or temporary promotion signs to increase sales.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure timely completion of tasks related to restocking shelves with merchandise.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Leadership
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL01-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLAssociate of Arts - General Education
Seminole State College of Florida
Lake Mary, FL12-2022
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
- Proficient in coding using Octave and Python
- Basic level of understanding in coding using C
References
- Jake Taylor | Merchandiser Manager | Florida Distributing Company | JTaylor@Reyesholdings.com | (904) 422-6595
- Daniel Ackerman | Merchandiser Supervisor | Florida Distributing Company | DAckerman@Reyesholdings.com | (407) 607-6526
Timeline
Merchandise Associate
Florida Distributing Company
04.2024 - Current
Fulfillment Expert
Target
06.2021 - 02.2024
Stock Associate
Winn Dixie
11.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Leadership
Seminole State College of Florida
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Central Florida
Associate of Arts - General Education
Seminole State College of Florida
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