Brittany Zeck
Hackettstown,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Merchandise Manager at Ulta Beauty Inc. with a proven track record in inventory management and team leadership. Enhanced sales performance through innovative merchandising strategies and data-driven decision-making, achieving significant improvements in product visibility and customer engagement. Committed to fostering collaboration and mentoring staff to drive high performance and satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Manager
Ulta Beauty Inc.
Cedar Knolls, NJ
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented merchandise strategies to enhance product visibility and sales performance.
- Analyzed market trends to optimize product selection and inventory management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute promotional events and seasonal launches.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on merchandising best practices and company standards.
- Reviewed sales data regularly to identify opportunities for improvement in product placement.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of merchandise and promotional materials.
- Oversaw visual merchandising execution, aligning displays with brand guidelines and customer preferences.
- Led initiatives to streamline inventory processes, reducing stock discrepancies and improving efficiency.
- Boosted sales performance by effectively managing merchandise assortments and inventory levels.
- Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
- Enhanced visual presentation of products, driving customer engagement and boosting sales conversion rates.
- Reviewed customer feedback to identify trends and improve product selection.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Maintained updated product knowledge to successfully educate and advise customers.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute successful product launches within tight deadlines.
- Launched seasonal merchandise assortments in alignment with key industry events ensuring timely availability of products.
- Reduced markdowns by optimizing inventory management processes and implementing demand forecasting techniques.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the team, promoting collaboration, feedback, and best practice sharing.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop relevant offerings.
- Implemented innovative merchandising strategies that resulted in improved store layout and increased customer satisfaction.
- Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, gauge product performance, and inform future purchasing decisions.
- Monitored competitor activities to stay current on industry developments and adjust merchandising tactics as needed.
- Ensured seamless integration of new products into existing assortments through thorough analysis of customer preferences and market trends.
- Optimized stock levels by implementing an effective replenishment system, reducing stockouts and overstock situations.
- Interacted with customers to obtain feedback and drive satisfaction.
- Bult positive relationships with vendors for consistent and reliable supply of products.
- Monitored and evaluated supplier performance to verify quality of products and delivery times met company standards.
- Coordinated and directed buying team, enforcing compliance with company standards.
- Managed high-performing team members, providing ongoing coaching and development opportunities for career advancement
- Collaborated with marketing team for prompt promotion of products.
- Managed merchandise returns and exchanges, ensuring smooth process for customers and maintaining positive relationships.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by implementing innovative merchandise display strategies.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Truck process making sure all product is stocked and ready for purchase.
- Cycle counts, catching any discrepancies to manage shrink.
- Cash handling, opening and closing process.
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty Inc.
Ledgewood, NJ
01.2023 - 2024
- Delivered personalized beauty consultations to elevate customer experience.
- Exhibited comprehensive product knowledge across skincare, makeup, and fragrance lines to enhance customer decision-making.
- Spearheaded merchandising display strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales initiatives.
- Facilitated customer engagement across multiple channels, ensuring prompt follow-up on inquiries and feedback.
- Oversaw cleanliness and organization of beauty department to uphold company standards.
- Facilitated team collaboration during peak periods to enhance goal achievement.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance knowledge of new products and industry trends.
- Implemented strategic inventory management practices to ensure consistent stock availability and minimize discrepancies.
- Instructed customers on effective product usage techniques to enhance confidence in achieving desired results at home.
- Optimized product display to enhance organization and visual appeal, driving customer interest and engagement.
- Executed payment processing and sales entry in register to enhance customer service efficiency.
- Drove sales revenue growth through strategic upselling and cross-selling of beauty products tailored to client needs.
- Monitored industry trends to provide informed recommendations on best-selling and emerging products.
- Enhanced customer loyalty and retention through exceptional shopping experience delivery.
- Utilized in-store system to efficiently locate inventory and process special customer orders.
Education
High School Diploma - Child Development
Wallkill Valley Regional High School
Hamburg, NJ06.2016
Skills
- Inventory management
- Merchandise presentation
- Retail display setup
- Stock replenishment
- Seasonal planning
- Data-driven decision making
- Stockroom organization
- Maintaining stock levels
- Product assortment planning
- Promotional planning
- Fixture updates
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Merchandise Manager
Ulta Beauty Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty Inc.
01.2023 - 2024
High School Diploma - Child Development
Wallkill Valley Regional High School