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Cheryl Ireland

Cheryl Ireland

Merchandiser
Reno,NV

Summary

Seasoned Merchandiser with broad background in retail and wholesale environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management, product placement, and vendor negotiation coupled with aptitude for trend forecasting. Demonstrated ability to improve sales outcomes through strategic merchandising initiatives. Skilled communicator with ability to build productive relationships across various levels of business hierarchy. Results-driven professional, committed to contributing positively to team success through hard work and collaboration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

In-store group threw wonolo
Reno, Nevada
03.2024 - Current
  • Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.
  • Presented updated floor plans and design strategy to store management.
  • Generated reports detailing current stock levels, sales figures, markdown information.

Floral Department Manager

Raley's Supermarket
Reno, NV
09.1999 - 05.2005
  • Established partnerships with local businesses in order to drive additional traffic into the store.
  • Utilized expert communication skills to collaborate with customers and design bouquets, corsages and other floral pieces to meet requirements.
  • Created promotional campaigns to increase sales of seasonal items such as Mother's Day bouquets or Valentine's Day arrangements.
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • 171 reconciling
  • Profit and loss
  • Inventory counts
  • Floor and window Displays
  • Supply orders

  • Monitored sales performance to identify opportunities for increasing revenue.
  • Managed budgets related to purchasing, labor costs and other expenses associated with the floral department.
  • Investigated any discrepancies between reported sales figures versus actual stock on hand within the floral department.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures and product knowledge.
  • Organized daily operations of the floral department including staffing, ordering supplies and managing inventory.
  • Ordered supplies based on space and budget availability, current trends and sales projections.
  • Delegated assignments and set schedules for effective coverage of floral department needs.
  • Prepared and processed floral orders to customer specifications via phone or resulting from in-store consultations.
  • Prepared reports on sales data, inventory levels and other metrics related to the floral department.
  • Developed and implemented floral department standards for customer service, product selection and display.
  • Set up colorful and inspiring store displays and arrangements.
  • Managed integration and merchandising of seasonal and holiday-specific product offerings.
  • Created attractive and eye-catching displays with accurate signage to promote products.
  • Trained staff in handling customers inquiries and complaints, stocking shelves and merchandising products.
  • Oversaw the design of flower displays for special events such as weddings or corporate functions.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
  • Trained and developed associates to handle customers' needs and manage daily workloads.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided constructive feedback.
  • Maintained salability and health of floral products by establishing clear care procedures.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Traffic Control

U.N.R.
Reno

Skills

  • Merchandising trends
  • Stock replenishment
  • POS
  • Visual display installations
  • Fixture placement
  • Display signage
  • Plan-o-gram implementation
  • Pricing controls
  • Supplier audits
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Maintaining stock levels
  • Retail buying
  • Retail sales professional
  • Product inventory counts
  • POS systems
  • Window displays
  • Retail
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Store maintenance
  • Visual displays
  • Pricing and signage updates
  • Visual merchandising
  • Stock rotation

Timeline

Merchandiser

In-store group threw wonolo
03.2024 - Current

Floral Department Manager

Raley's Supermarket
09.1999 - 05.2005

Some College (No Degree) - Traffic Control

U.N.R.
Cheryl IrelandMerchandiser