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Benjamin A. Farmer

Bristol,TN

Summary

Self-motivated professional with proven success in supply, ordering, leadership, clerical work and management.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

ABC Supply Co. Inc.
08.2025 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring product availability and reducing stock discrepancies.
  • Assisted in training new sales associates on company policies and product knowledge.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for increasing sales performance.

Pepsi Company, Merchandiser

Pepsi
05.2016 - 08.2023
  • Manage supply and inventory for 20+ retail stores
  • Organize and set displays for retailers
  • Oversee ordering and backstock

Merchandiser

Coca, Company
06.2015 - 05.2016
  • Set and organize Coke displays for retailers
  • Stock shelves in fast paced environment

Non Commission Officer of Depot Clothing

United States Marine Corp
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Ordering and purchasing of uniforms for Paris Island recruit depot
  • Manage alterations
  • Organize and manage inventory
  • Issue and assign equipment
  • Oversee and manage 20+ marines

Supply and Administration Supervisor

Camp Lejenue
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Ordered all equipment for entire Marine Corps east coast and international
  • Oversee $30+ million in purchases a day
  • Manage stock levels of over 250,000 line items
  • Ranks:

NATO, Conduct
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Presidential Unit Citation 2010
  • Combat Meritorious Promotion 2010
  • Navy Achievement Medal 2015
  • Good

Private First Class

United States Marine Corps
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Two separate combat tours of operation enduring freedom at Camp Leather Neck in Afghanistan
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN
05-2025

Graduate -

Sullivan Central High School
Blountville, TN
01-2007

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer skills

Timeline

Sales Associate

ABC Supply Co. Inc.
08.2025 - Current

Pepsi Company, Merchandiser

Pepsi
05.2016 - 08.2023

Merchandiser

Coca, Company
06.2015 - 05.2016

Non Commission Officer of Depot Clothing

United States Marine Corp
01.2012 - 01.2015

Supply and Administration Supervisor

Camp Lejenue
01.2009 - 01.2012

NATO, Conduct
01.2009 - 01.2010

Private First Class

United States Marine Corps
01.2008 - 01.2009

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Northeast State Community College

Graduate -

Sullivan Central High School