Open To Work
Benjamin Thompson
Cape Canaveral,FL
Work Preference
Summary
Sales Merchandiser with extensive experience in managing retail product lines. Expertise in strategic planning, inventory management, and promotional sales strategies. Demonstrated success in enhancing product visibility and driving sales through effective merchandising techniques, resulting in increased revenue and improved customer satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Merchandiser
Coke Cola Brevard
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.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security, promptly addressing any incidents or disturbances.
- Conducted regular patrols and inspections to maintain awareness of environment and identify potential hazards.
- Prepared detailed incident reports for management review, documenting activities and responses for accountability.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Provided excellent customer service to clients while maintaining vigilance in addressing security concerns or issues that arose onsite.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
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.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Detected potential risks early by remaining vigilant during shifts and reporting suspicious activity immediately.
- Deescalated potentially volatile situations through effective conflict resolution techniques, protecting property and individuals from harm.
Package Handler
UPS
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
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
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
High School Diploma -
John I Leonard
Greenacres City, FLSkills
- Visual merchandising and displays
- Inventory and stock management
- Planogram execution and implementation
- Sales strategy development
- Customer engagement and relationship building
- Team training and development
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Problem solving abilities
- Brand awareness and promotion
- Goal orientation
- Stock replenishment and control
- Product inventory management
- Merchandising trends analysis
- POS system proficiency
- Vendor relations management
- In-store support services
- Retail operations expertise
- Stock rotation strategies
- Pricing and signage updates
Certification
Security guard D license
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
High School Diploma -
John I Leonard