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Darren Young

Summary

Accomplished Merchandising Associate with a robust background at Home Depot, excelling in enhancing customer shopping experiences through expert planogram maintenance and display optimization. Demonstrated leadership in training peers and streamlining operations at FNF Construction Inc., showcasing strong communication, leading by example and meticulous planning skills. Proficient in merchandise planning and forklift operation, contributing to significant team productivity and efficiency improvements.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandising Associate

Home Depot
Flagstaff, AZ
04.2024 - 01.2025

In-store, Outside Merchandising service activities; Merchandising (Building/Resetting) Projects, Planogram Maintenance, Overhead Organization, and Display/Signage maintenance designed to enhance the customer experience. Enhanced customer experience by maintaining clean, well-stocked, and organized store aisles. Merchandising Team Coach for new associates joining the team.

Merchandising Associate

Home Depot
Santa Fe, NM
08.2022 - 04.2024

In-store, Outside Merchandising service activities; Merchandising (Building/Resetting) Projects, Planogram Maintenance, Overhead Organization, and Display/Signage maintenance designed to enhance the customer experience. Enhanced customer experience by maintaining clean, well-stocked, and organized store aisles. Safety captain for the Merchandising team and Team Coach for new associates joining the team.

Merchandising Associate

Home Depot
Albuquerque, NM
09.2008 - 07.2022

In-store, Outside Merchandising service activities; Merchandising (Building/Resetting) Projects, Planogram Maintenance, Overhead Organization, and Display/Signage maintenance designed to enhance the customer experience.

Crusher Operator

FNF Construction Inc.
Tempe, AZ
02.2006 - 07.2008

Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing knowledge on equipment operation, safety measures, and best practices. Streamlined daily operations with meticulous planning of crusher settings, adjustments on conveyor belt, and material feed rates. Collaborated closely with team members for optimal productivity, fostering a positive working environment, safe environment and strong communication.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
Albuquerque, NM

Bachelor of Arts - Health Science

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

High School Diploma -

Coconino High School
Flagstaff
05-2000

Skills

  • Merchandise planning
  • Pricing strategy
  • Store layout design
  • Maintaining stock levels
  • Store maintenance
  • Planogram design
  • Customer service
  • Forklift Operator
  • Electric Reach Operator
  • Order Picker Forklift Operator
  • Ballymore Manlift Operator
  • Power Tools Equipment

Timeline

Merchandising Associate

Home Depot
04.2024 - 01.2025

Merchandising Associate

Home Depot
08.2022 - 04.2024

Merchandising Associate

Home Depot
09.2008 - 07.2022

Crusher Operator

FNF Construction Inc.
02.2006 - 07.2008

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute

Bachelor of Arts - Health Science

Northern Arizona University

High School Diploma -

Coconino High School
Darren Young