Dalonte Swayne
Falling Waters,WV
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing store displays and sales at PepsiCo, leveraging skills in visual merchandising and stock replenishment. Adept at driving product visibility and customer engagement through effective promotional planning and pricing strategy. Known for being friendly, outgoing, and reliably meeting targets. Excelled in collaborative projects, significantly improving merchandise presentation and inventory management. Skilled in unloading trucks, moving merchandise and stocking shelves. Enthusiastic, positive and dedicated professional proficient in correct procedures for stocking and rotating merchandise. Physically fit and active. Diligent and reliable. Successful at handling high-volume, physically-challenging work, standing for long periods and moving with ease. Excellent physical stamina, teamwork capabilities and communication skills. Dedicated to surpassing production goals and maximizing customer satisfaction every day. Effective at working in fast-paced grocery environments to restock and arrange merchandise in an appealing way. Upbeat and friendly team player with a good attitude and willingness to take on any task.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
PepsiCo
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
- Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
- Developed themes, props and lighting for merchandise displays.
- Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
- Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
- Presented store update suggestions and layouts to management and stakeholders.
- Proposed new ideas and concepts to enhance merchandise displays.
Electrician
Summit Electric
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
Package Handler
FedEx
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
Sales Associate
Tommy Hilfiger
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Education
High School Diploma -
Williamsport High School
Williamsport, MD06.2020
Skills
- Cost Analysis
- Stock replenishment
- Sales Techniques
- Pricing strategy
- Merchandise planning
- Friendly and outgoing
- Promotional planning
- Product inventory counts
- Visual Merchandising
- Maintaining stock levels
- Reliable and punctual
- Planogram design
- Stock Rotation
Timeline
Merchandiser
PepsiCo
04.2023 - Current
Electrician
Summit Electric
01.2022 - 01.2023
Package Handler
FedEx
02.2021 - 02.2022
Sales Associate
Tommy Hilfiger
10.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Williamsport High School