Bernadette Sanchez
West Hempstead,NY
Summary
Innovative Merchandising Manager focused on enhancing customer experiences through data-informed inventory decisions and strategic merchandising. Committed to utilizing loss prevention strategies and collaboration to achieve measurable business outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Manager
Costco Wholesale
Long Island City, NY
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and increase sales.
- Analyzed market trends and consumer preferences to inform inventory decisions and enhance customer experience.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate pricing, ensuring competitive offers for high-demand products.
- Trained and mentored team members on merchandising standards and best practices for optimal store presentation.
Merchandising Supervisor
Costco Wholesale
Long Island, ME
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised merchandising operations to ensure optimal product placement and inventory management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance promotional displays and customer engagement strategies.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for merchandising and stock replenishment.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize product assortment and improve overall store performance.
Front End Supervisor
Costco Wholesale
Long Island City, NY
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised front end operations, ensuring efficient checkout processes and exceptional customer service.
- Trained and mentored new employees on cash handling procedures and customer engagement strategies.
- Coordinated scheduling for front end staff, optimizing coverage during peak hours to enhance operational flow.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced wait times and increased transaction efficiency at registers.
Sales Auditor
Costco Wholesale
Long Island City, NY
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted comprehensive audits of sales transactions to ensure compliance with corporate policies
- Analyzed inventory discrepancies, implementing corrective actions to enhance accuracy
- Collaborated with management to develop and refine auditing processes for improved efficiency
- Trained new team members on auditing procedures and best practices
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
Long Island City, NY
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and membership services.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and reconciled daily sales reports.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and safety standards during operations.
Education
AAS - Restaurant Management
Art Institute, NYC
New York, NY04.2007
Skills
- Merchandise selection
- Merchandise presentation
- Staff supervision
- Inventory management
- Supervising staff
- Loss prevention strategies
- Stock control
- Staff training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Merchandising Manager
Costco Wholesale
09.2022 - 04.2025
Merchandising Supervisor
Costco Wholesale
09.2021 - 08.2022
Front End Supervisor
Costco Wholesale
05.2020 - 08.2021
Sales Auditor
Costco Wholesale
06.2019 - 04.2020
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
03.2017 - 05.2019
AAS - Restaurant Management
Art Institute, NYC