Braden Earle
Garden City,MI
Summary
Dynamic merchandising professional with extensive experience at O&W Inc., excelling in team leadership and relationship building. Highly organized and adept at problem-solving, I effectively manage schedules and optimize product displays, ensuring a seamless shopping experience. Known for adaptability and in-depth product knowledge, I drive team success and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Team Lead
O&W Inc.
12.2024 - Current
- Handling the organization and flow of the merchandising team.
- Writing and sending out the schedule for everyone on the team weekly.
- Operating with peak efficiency in mind for the merchandising team by cutting out over 100 miles of travel for the merchandisers when I took over writing the schedule.
- Maintaining positive relationships between grocery store management, my merchandising team, and O&W sales representatives/management.
- Organizing responses to unforeseen challenges in the day-to-day flow of the merchandising team.
- Doing all of the responsibilities of a merchandiser and setting an example for the merchandisers.
Merchandiser
O&W Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Putting product that we get on an order onto the shelf at grocery stores.
- Working backstock onto the shelf at a store if there is no order.
- Rotating newer products behind older products already on the shelf to ensure there is no product going out of date or getting damaged.
- Cleaning up any products that get damaged during your time in a store.
- Making sure displays of our company product look presentable and sellable to customers.
- Organizing and condensing our backstock into its designated areas in any given store.
- Communicating with sales representatives and store managers to make changes with displays as needed.
Golf Starter/Ranger
Fellows Creek Golf Club
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed tee time scheduling to optimize player flow and enhance customer experience.
- Ensured compliance with golf course policies and etiquette for all patrons.
- Provided assistance to players with check-in procedures and equipment rentals.
- Monitored course conditions and reported maintenance needs to management promptly.
- Fostered positive relationships with members and guests to promote a welcoming atmosphere.
Head Freshman Baseball Coach
Ann Arbor Public Schools
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring effective use of time and resources.
- Mentored assistant coaches, fostering professional growth and collaboration within the team.
- Evaluated player performance, providing constructive feedback to improve individual and team outcomes.
- Established communication channels with parents and school administration for ongoing support and engagement.
- Promoted sportsmanship and ethical conduct among players, creating a positive team culture.
Baseball Umpire
GCYAA
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Enforced rules and regulations during games to maintain fair play and sportsmanship.
- Evaluated player performance and game situations to make informed officiating decisions.
- Communicated effectively with coaches, players, and spectators to clarify rulings and resolve disputes.
- Maintained focus during high-pressure situations to ensure accurate calls throughout games.
- Implemented pre-game meetings with teams to outline expectations and enhance game flow.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Fielded questions from athletes and coaches regarding specific scenarios and calls.
Education
Associate of Science - General Science
Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI05-2025
Skills
- Extremely organized
- Good at following directions
- Takes charge and fixes problems
- Good at forming relationships
- Can adapt when things don't go to plan
- Knows the product line extensively
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Merchandising Team Lead
O&W Inc.
12.2024 - Current
Golf Starter/Ranger
Fellows Creek Golf Club
08.2024 - 05.2025
Head Freshman Baseball Coach
Ann Arbor Public Schools
12.2022 - 06.2023
Merchandiser
O&W Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2024
Baseball Umpire
GCYAA
07.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - General Science
Lake Michigan College
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