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Callie Pecus

Fond du Lac,WI

Summary

Resourceful Merchandise Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in inventory management, trend analysis, and strategic merchandising planning. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to deliver outstanding results in fast-paced retail environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandise Manager

Petco
West Bend, WI
10.2021 - Current
  • Designed floor layouts, product displays and shelving layouts to maximize sales and influence customer purchasing habits.
  • Introduced new incentive and recognition supplier programs.
  • Monitored inventory levels by tracking stock movement, conducting regular physical counts, and adjusting forecasts accordingly.
  • Established and maintained relationships with vendors, optimizing product selection and negotiating cost-saving deals.
  • Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
  • Created seasonal and promotional displays to maximize sales and profits.
  • Reviewed vendor performance metrics such as on-time delivery rate and quality control measures to ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Managed inventory levels across multiple channels to ensure product availability and minimize overstock.
  • Managed store personnel in order to meet staffing requirements while staying within budget.

Bakery Team Member

Walmart
Racine, Wisconsin
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Organized floor layouts by integrating clearly marked product information.
  • Plan commercial displays to entice and appeal to customers
  • Transfer product from freezer to stock on sales floor
  • Properly rotate products on sales floor and in freezer
  • Label and date products on sales floor
  • Clean and sanitize display tables and shelves
  • Clean, sweep and organize freezer storage
  • Any other assigned duties during the day

Bartender and Server

The Lanes on 20
Racine, Wisconsin
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Checked IDs to ensure customers met legal age criteria for buying alcoholic beverages.
  • Ensured bar equipment and related items were sanitized to high standards.
  • Maintained full inventory of beverages and necessary bar supplies.
  • Prepared and served an extensive selection of alcoholic beverages efficiently.
  • Handled customer payment processing efficiently.
  • Handled drink orders, both from waitstaff and patrons.
  • Sanitized workspaces, bar counters, and dining tables to ensure cleanliness.
  • Recorded patrons' food orders accurately on order slips.
  • Shared promotional offerings and menu highlights with customers.

Line Cook/Prep Cook, Bartender, Server, Host, Busser

SAFEHOUSE
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • Began as Server Assistant and quickly cross-trained as a host within two weeks.
  • Earned promotion from server to bartender within a month.
  • Assigned responsibilities as a kitchen prep and line cook within a year.
  • Coordinated effectively with kitchen, management, and serving staff to ensure all dining details are managed properly.
  • Maintained cleanliness in food preparation spaces through thorough inspection and sanitation of all equipment and stations.
  • Applied stock rotation practices to optimize storage and minimize waste.
  • Prepared ingredients by weighing, measuring, and mixing them following precise recipes.
  • Monitored customer satisfaction to guarantee enjoyable dining experience.
  • Processed customer payments efficiently.
  • Verified patron identification to confirm compliance with age restrictions.
  • Prepared dining areas and organized food stations for upcoming shifts or events.
  • Highlighted available daily offers to customers.
  • Organized table settings to enhance dining experience.
  • Collected dishware and glasses from dining areas, ensuring timely transfer to kitchen for washing.
  • Executed cleaning tasks including sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, tidying server stations and checking bathrooms.
  • Escort customers to their tables

Assistant Manager/Bartender

Buffalo Wild Wings
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Hired initially as bartender; elevated to a higher position by next February.
  • Ensure compliance with food and liquor regulations by overseeing employee and patron activities.
  • Handled financial reconciliations efficiently.
  • Address and resolve customer complaints related to dining experience.
  • Managed inventories of food and equipment.
  • Coordinated staff schedules and distributed responsibilities.
  • Defined expectations for team productivity and client interaction.
  • Cooked, cleared tables, and served food and drinks as needed.
  • Developed and led training programs for staff.
  • Ordered essential equipment and supplies.
  • Analyzed operational issues to devise strategies for improving efficiency and ensuring safety.
  • Projected consumption of consumables to plan procurement requirements effectively.
  • Evaluated staffing requirements and sourced candidates through various channels.
  • Coordinated various services including waste removal and pest control.

Store Manager

Mad Max Convenience Stores
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
04.2014 - 12.2016
  • Answered inquiries about policies and procedures with clarity and professionalism.
  • Assessed employee performance compliance with regulations and recommended necessary actions.
  • Evaluated performance metrics through detailed analysis of relevant records.
  • Clarified operational guidelines for team.
  • Document inventory details, staff information, order specifics, supply lists and machine upkeep.
  • Scheduled work assignments aligned to budgets and capacity.
  • Coordinate maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Tracked inventory levels and ordered necessary supplies.
  • Oversaw activities linked with the coordination of shipping and receiving.
  • Created efficient storage plans by analyzing weight and size factors of items.

Education

High School -

St. Mary's Springs High School
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
05.2009

Skills

  • Promotional planning
  • Retail display setup
  • Seasonal product promotion
  • Inventory control
  • Sales floor resets
  • Inventory management
  • Stockroom organization
  • E-commerce management
  • Stock replenishment
  • Display installation
  • Omni-channel retailing
  • Markdown optimization
  • Visual display standards
  • Seasonal planning

Accomplishments

  • Received Petco's "Paws Winner of the Month" award twice for exceptional work and maintaining positivity in the workplace.

Timeline

Merchandise Manager

Petco
10.2021 - Current

Bakery Team Member

Walmart
01.2021 - 10.2021

Bartender and Server

The Lanes on 20
11.2020 - 03.2021

Line Cook/Prep Cook, Bartender, Server, Host, Busser

SAFEHOUSE
03.2017 - 12.2019

Assistant Manager/Bartender

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2015 - 12.2016

Store Manager

Mad Max Convenience Stores
04.2014 - 12.2016

High School -

St. Mary's Springs High School

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