Benjamin Thompson
Cape Canaveral
Summary
Seasoned Sales Merchandiser with broad experience in managing product lines for retail establishments. Showcasing strengths in strategic planning, inventory management, and promotional sales strategies. Proven ability to improve product visibility and increase sales through effective merchandising techniques. Consistently contributed to previous teams by driving increased revenue and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Resourceful Sales Merchandiser known for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Specialize in inventory management, visual merchandising strategies, and customer relationship building. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to enhance sales performance and store aesthetics.
Experienced Retail 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.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales Merchandiser
Coke Cola Brevard
Cocoa
10.2021 - 08.2025
- Stocked shelves with Coca-Cola products to ensure product availability.
- Organized displays to enhance product visibility and customer engagement.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and replenishing items.
- Trained new staff on merchandising techniques and best practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of merchandise areas for optimal presentation.
- Conducted regular store visits to evaluate merchandising standards and ensure compliance with corporate guidelines.
- Developed strong working relationships with store managers and other key personnel.
- Managed inventory levels across multiple stores ensuring appropriate stock levels at all times.
- Monitored competitor activity to identify potential threats or opportunities in the marketplace.
- Maintained relationships with key personnel of major accounts to ensure product availability and visibility.
- Coordinated onsite promotions and events to drive traffic and encourage trial of new products.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase brand presence in the marketplace.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding changes in product lines, promotions.
- Ensured accurate implementation of planograms throughout assigned territory.
- Reviewed POS data from retailers to identify areas of opportunity for increasing sales volume.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
- Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Winter Haven
04.2015 - 09.2021
- Stocked shelves with products to ensure availability for customers.
- Organized inventory in backroom for efficient access and management.
- Assisted in unloading shipments, ensuring timely restocking of shelves.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in stock areas and aisles.
- Monitored product expiration dates to maintain quality on store shelves.
- Removed product from boxes and placed on shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
- Assisted customers with locating items, retrieving merchandise from stockroom shelves and providing information on products.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
- Provided excellent customer service when assisting customers in finding desired items or answering questions about products or services offered.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling heavy equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Checked expiration dates on all food items to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Operated forklift and pallet jacks to unload trucks and move products throughout the store.
- Reported any suspicious activity or theft immediately to supervisors.
Package Handler
UPS
Orlando
01.2010 - 07.2015
- Sorted packages by size and destination for efficient processing.
- Operated conveyor belts and scanning equipment for package tracking.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks following safety protocols.
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
- Collaborated with team members on tasks such as sorting mail into designated bins.
- Transported parcels between loading docks, delivery vehicles, and post office facilities.
- Adapted to various environmental conditions in warehouse and outdoor settings.
- Worked flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles efficiently, ensuring timely distribution of packages.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Titusville
01.2005 - 12.2009
- Stocked shelves with products to ensure availability for customers.
- Organized inventory in backroom for efficient access and management.
- Assisted in unloading shipments, ensuring timely restocking of shelves.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in stock areas and aisles.
- Monitored product expiration dates to maintain quality on store shelves.
- Organized shelves, racks and bins to ensure product availability.
- Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
Laborer
Goodson paving
Cocoa
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing and storing materials effectively.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding project progress and material needs.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
Education
John I Leonard
Greenacres City, FLSkills
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Planogram execution
- Sales strategy development
- Customer engagement
- Relationship building
- Team training
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Brand awareness
- Goal oriented
- Stock replenishment
- Product inventory counts
- Plan-o-gram implementation
- Merchandise planning
- Merchandising trends
- POS systems
- Vendor relations
- In-store support
- Retail
- Stock control
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and signage updates
- Visual displays
- Self motivation
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Sales Merchandiser
Coke Cola Brevard
10.2021 - 08.2025
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
04.2015 - 09.2021
Package Handler
UPS
01.2010 - 07.2015
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
01.2005 - 12.2009
Laborer
Goodson paving
01.2002 - 12.2004
John I Leonard