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Celenia Bennett

Thomasville,United States

Summary

Devoted and knowledgeable merchandiser with a strong understanding of products and effective display strategies. Highly organized, hardworking, and focused on driving sales through optimized merchandising techniques. Demonstrated success in planning and multitasking to achieve challenging targets. Skilled at working efficiently in fast-paced grocery environments to restock and arrange merchandise in an appealing manner. Known for being an upbeat and friendly team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on any task. With over Number years of experience, a versatile team member capable of handling tasks smoothly and efficiently. Easily adapts to changing processes, programs, and team requirements, eager to contribute to the company's growth.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Anderson Merchandisers

Marketing Sales Territory Manager
03.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained Contact with all managers of multiple stores, multiple vendors, and sales merchandisers
  • Scheduled teams and vendors for multiple resets and assisted in many resets myself
  • Set up displays to maximize sales for the stores for various Vendors
  • Entered all client information/request/feedback, staff activities, store information/sales
  • Reached out to clients to provide feedback and requests from all stores
  • Reset Modular’s to updated planogram
  • Set new Modular’s/Displays according to planogram
  • Trained new hires to do all store work, setting planograms, etc.

Ulta Beauty Inc.

Merchandiser Reset Associate
09.2019 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
  • Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
  • Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
  • Maximized floor space utilization by rearranging fixtures according to changing business needs and customer traffic patterns.
  • Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
  • Reduced out-of-stock instances by conducting regular audits, adjusting inventory counts, and communicating discrepancies to management.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
  • Streamlined merchandise presentation through consistent application of planograms and adherence to company guidelines.
  • Increased brand visibility by designing eye-catching window displays that highlighted new products and seasonal trends.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new merchandisers, improving team skills and performance.
  • Optimized visual merchandising to create compelling product presentations that attracted and retained customers.
  • Streamlined restocking process, reducing time from shipment arrival to floor display.
  • Conducted market research to stay ahead of industry trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
  • Engaged with customers to gather feedback on product selection and store layout, incorporating insights into merchandising decisions.
  • Enhanced customer shopping experience with meticulous attention to product placement and accessibility.
  • Implemented sustainability practices in merchandise handling, contributing to company's green initiatives.
  • Coordinated with store management to identify and capitalize on cross-merchandising opportunities.
  • Fostered collaborative team environment, leading to more efficient merchandise handling and display setup.
  • Coordinated seasonal clearance sales, effectively managing inventory levels and maximizing revenue opportunities.
  • Developed and implemented seasonal merchandise plans, aligning inventory with consumer trends.
  • Customized store layouts to maximize foot traffic and product exposure, enhancing sales potential.
  • Improved product visibility by strategically organizing merchandise on showroom floors.
  • Achieved significant reduction in overstock through precise demand forecasting.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for timely and cost-efficient product deliveries, maintaining inventory flow.
  • Boosted sales through effective collaboration with marketing team on promotional displays.
  • Increased customer engagement by providing knowledgeable product recommendations.
  • Ensured optimal stock levels to meet customer demand, conducting regular inventory assessments.
  • Assisted in development of online merchandise catalog, expanding product reach and availability.
  • Monitored competitor activity, adapting strategies to maintain competitive advantage.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
  • Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at Number locations by following established planograms.
  • Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.

Centralized Showing Services

Customer Service Representative/Remote
10.2018 - 02.2021

Job overview

  • Answer calls, answer all customer questions and resolve all concerns
  • Processed all data requests and entered all transcribes for phone calls and all customer / client information and requests
  • Troubleshooting errors and completing reports associated with complaints
  • Maintained record keeping and entry into multiple databases
  • Scheduled showings for multiple locations, realtors, and clients
  • Entered information into database and kept record of all showings, locations and access given to clients and realtors
  • Reviewed and updated all information on properties for database

Kalan

Merchandiser
12.2018 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
  • Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
  • Reduced out-of-stock instances by conducting regular audits, adjusting inventory counts, and communicating discrepancies to management.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
  • Increased brand visibility by designing eye-catching window displays that highlighted new products and seasonal trends.

Education

Brittan Academy

07.2012

University Overview

Skills

  • Able to complete resets on Modular’s
  • Communicating with store managers
  • Leadership
  • JavaScript Proficient
  • Microsoft Excel Proficient
  • Microsoft Windows Server Basic
  • Microsoft Proficient
  • Prototyping Proficient
  • Analyst Calls, Transcription of Basic
  • Transcription Advanced
  • Script Transcription Proficient
  • Using Computers Advanced
  • Inbound Calls, Handling of Advanced
  • Outbound Calls, Making of Proficient
  • Sales and Marketing Advanced
  • Sales and Marketing Strategy and Planning Proficient
  • Secure, Quick, Reliable Login Proficient
  • Data Entry Proficient
  • Merchandise planning
  • Interior and exterior displays
  • Promotional strategies
  • Event Promotion
  • Customer Service
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Quick Learner
  • Time Management
  • Merchandising and Display
  • Stocking
  • Inventory Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Display building
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Plan-o-gram creation

Officesetup

Officesetup
Both PC & MAC, Wireless, Fax, Printer, Scanner, Paper Shredder, Multi Screen

Scheduleandflexibility

Scheduleandflexibility
Flexible Schedule, Part-Time Schedule, Remote Work, Freelancing Job, Immediately, Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings, Weekdays, Weekends, Flexible, Flexible

Jobsearchbasics

Jobsearchbasics
Employee, Freelance, Temporary

Languages

American Sign Language
Elementary

Timeline

Marketing Sales Territory Manager
Anderson Merchandisers
03.2021 - Current
Merchandiser Reset Associate
Ulta Beauty Inc.
09.2019 - 09.2024
Merchandiser
Kalan
12.2018 - 02.2020
Customer Service Representative/Remote
Centralized Showing Services
10.2018 - 02.2021
Brittan Academy
Celenia Bennett