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Bailey Young

Bailey Young

Irving,TX

Summary

Accomplished General Merchandise Manager at Five Below, adept in inventory management and operational efficiency, significantly improved store sales through innovative merchandising strategies. Skilled in team training and development, enhanced employee morale and store operations. Expertise in product assortment and promotional planning, contributing to substantial growth and competitive market positioning.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

General Merchandise Manager

Five Below
04.2021 - 09.2024
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth within various product categories.
  • Boosted employee morale with regular recognition programs, team-building events, and open communication channels.
  • Supported company initiatives through active participation in storewide marketing campaigns, special events, and community engagement efforts.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to inform purchasing decisions and ensure a competitive product assortment.
  • Streamlined merchandise flow by implementing efficient receiving processes and timely replenishment of the sales floor.
  • Spearheaded seasonal promotions and markdowns to drive revenue while maintaining desired inventory levels.
  • Championed ongoing process improvements aimed at enhancing operational efficiency throughout all aspects of general merchandise management.
  • Improved store sales by implementing innovative merchandising strategies and optimizing product displays.
  • Devised strategic plans for visual merchandising updates in alignment with company branding guidelines and current market trends.
  • Opened and closed store, dropped deposits

Backroom Coordinator

HomeGoods
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Supervised processing of orders, order tracking and delivery of goods
  • Managed back-office sales team through coaching and sales technique training.
  • Performed database management and analysis of business functions and processes.
  • Maintained inventory for back-office supplies, computers and work-stations.
  • Analyzed trends and reported on areas of improvement or change.
  • Analyzed sales trends to identify patterns that may impact future stock levels or require adjustments to current ordering practices.
  • Streamlined product restocking processes for improved store appearance and customer satisfaction.
  • Reduced merchandise shrinkage through diligent monitoring of backroom security measures.
  • Prioritized tasks efficiently during peak times to maintain smooth operations within the backroom environment while meeting store demands.
  • Conducted regular audits of backroom inventory, identifying discrepancies and addressing them promptly.
  • Organized seasonal merchandise transitions, effectively managing the flow of new products into the store''s inventory while phasing out older items.

Education

Diploma - All

Bristow High School, Bristow, OK
08.2004

Skills

Service Improvements

Timeline

General Merchandise Manager - Five Below
04.2021 - 09.2024
Backroom Coordinator - HomeGoods
01.2020 - 02.2022
Bristow High School - Diploma , All
Bailey Young