Cecily Livingston
Greer,SC
Summary
Dynamic Merchandise Lead with proven success at AEO, enhancing sales through strategic merchandise presentation and effective team leadership. Excelled in inventory management and customer service, boosting productivity and sales targets. Skilled in fostering teamwork and implementing innovative loss prevention strategies, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and adaptability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Lead
AEO
Greenville, SC
04.2022 - Current
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a positive work environment and boosting productivity.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to reduce instances of theft and shrinkage within the store.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items, offering suggestions based on their preferences to drive additional sales opportunities.
- Managed timely replenishment of stock to ensure availability across all departments during peak hours for optimal sales potential.
- Boosted employee morale through regular recognition programs, reinforcing positive behaviors and promoting teamwork.
- Increased merchandise sales by implementing strategic product placement and visually appealing displays.
- Provided ongoing training and development opportunities for staff members, enhancing their skills in areas such as customer service techniques, product knowledge, and merchandising best practices.
- Conducted regular audits on merchandise pricing accuracy to guarantee consistency with company guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the store.
- Achieved budgeted sales targets consistently by proactively addressing challenges and devising innovative solutions to overcome obstacles.
Education
Pre-Professional Biology -
Limestone College
Gaffney, SCAssociate Of Business Management - Business Management
Wiregrass Technical College
Valdosta, GASkills
- Merchandise presentation
- Retail display setup
- Maintaining stock levels
- Stock replenishment
- Inventory Management
- Stockroom Organization
- Product pricing
- Shipment Processing
- Seasonal Planning
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- Second year best biology student while at Limestone
- Team Captain of Women’s wrestling while I was there
- Worked as a Lab Assistant
Timeline
Merchandise Lead
AEO
04.2022 - Current
Pre-Professional Biology -
Limestone College
Associate Of Business Management - Business Management
Wiregrass Technical College