Christa Parr
Baker,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in retail merchandising and store management. Expertise in communication, detail orientation, and problem-solving. Demonstrated success in project coordination, display enhancement, and sales growth through strategic inventory management.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Service Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Crestview, Florida
12.2011 - Current
- Manage the execution of resets, service, pricing, and live goods throughout the entire store. Coordinate projects, assign tasks, use resources, troubleshoot problems, and follow up to stay on track.
Retail Merchandiser
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Baker, FL
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Conducted store audits to ensure adherence to corporate merchandising standards.
- Organized seasonal displays to support marketing initiatives and drive sales.
- Monitored competitor activities and market trends to guide strategic merchandising decisions.
Retail Merchandiser
Procter & Gamble Co
06.2008 - 05.2011
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of merchandise and maintain stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to execute in-store events, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty.
- Evaluated inventory turnover rates to optimize stock levels and reduce excess inventory.
- Created visually appealing displays that aligned with corporate branding to attract customer attention.
Office Manager/Sales Associate
Bass Specialty
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
04.1995 - 06.2008
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL06-1992
Skills
- Project management
- Visual merchandising
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory optimization and store audits
- Team coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Merchandising Service Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
12.2011 - Current
Retail Merchandiser
Acosta Sales & Marketing
05.2011 - 08.2013
Retail Merchandiser
Procter & Gamble Co
06.2008 - 05.2011
Office Manager/Sales Associate
Bass Specialty
04.1995 - 06.2008
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Northwest Florida State College