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Dennis  Gardner

Dennis Gardner

Fayetteville,Tn

Summary

Dedicated and energetic, with a proven track record at I GA Holts, I excel in customer service and inventory management. Leveraging strong organizational skills and a positive attitude, I significantly improved stock accuracy and customer satisfaction. Expert in pallet jack operation and adept at fostering customer relationships, I consistently contribute to a productive and welcoming shopping environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Stocker

I GA Holts
01.2023 - Current
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
  • Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
  • Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
  • Assisted in conducting accurate physical inventory counts, resulting in improved stock management.
  • Completed end-of-day tasks such as returning misplaced items to their correct locations, contributing to an organized sales floor for the next day''s business.
  • Maintained strong communication with supervisors regarding stock levels, upcoming promotions, and potential display changes.
  • Assisted customers with special requests, enhancing their shopping experience at the store.
  • Ensured proper rotation of perishable goods to maintain freshness and comply with health regulations.
  • Streamlined restocking processes by consolidating backstock and removing damaged or expired items.
  • Optimized workspace organization within the stockroom, making it easier for colleagues to locate items quickly.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to different store sections as needed, supporting a cohesive stocking team environment across departments.
  • Facilitated smoother store openings by stocking necessary products before each shift.
  • Aided in training new team members on best practices for stocking procedures and inventory management systems.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
  • Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
  • Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
  • Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
  • Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates.
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Collaborated with stock manager to effectively cut down on defective items in storage and in shipments.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
  • Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
  • Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
  • Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
  • Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
  • Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Received new stock and input values into computer system.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Supervised and trained new staff in performing census.
  • Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
  • Monitored tasks and staff assignments to deliver projects under-budget and on-time.
  • Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
  • Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
  • Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
  • Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
  • Collected, analyzed and modeled sales trends and customer preferences data to inform inventory development decisions.
  • Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
  • Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections.
  • Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
  • Partnered with merchandising team to create and implement profitable pricing strategies.
  • Reported and analyzed inventory data to help management strategically improve pricing and marketing strategies.
  • Conducted interviews by following stringent guidelines and confidentiality laws.
  • Developed plan-o-grams and layouts that maximized sales.
  • Located needed merchandise in inventory using Type software and placed on skids for transport to shelves.
  • Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
  • Planned and scheduled projects and directly performed installations.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Tracked accumulated hours and dollar amounts charged to each client job to calculate client fees for professional services such as legal or accounting services.
  • Introduced new scheduling system to improve tracking of actual plant capacity, automating data entry process.
  • Updated manuals to reflect amending of rates, rules or regulations.
  • Compiled reports of cost factors such as labor, production and equipment.
  • Monitored raw material costs and fluctuations, sourced new suppliers and identified favorable opportunities.

Education

Associate Of Industrial Technology - Automotive Mechanics

Elwood Jr-Sr High School, Elwood, IN
05.1972

Skills

  • Willing to Learn
  • Positive Attitude
  • Shelf Stocking
  • Customer Service
  • Friendly and Personable
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Loading and unloading
  • Customer Assistance
  • Customer Relationships
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Merchandise Stocking
  • Product restocking
  • Stock Rotation
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Supply Restocking
  • Clear Communication
  • Shelving of products
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Product Organization
  • Truck unloading
  • Energetic and Outgoing
  • Price Checking
  • Safe Lifting Procedures
  • Money Handling
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Pallet Jack Handling
  • Merchandise Display
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Proper Stacking and Storage
  • Order Receiving
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Stockroom Maintenance
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Product Labeling
  • Merchandise Rotation
  • Display Assembly
  • Product displays
  • Performance Improvement
  • POS Systems
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Loss Prevention
  • Equipment Cleaning
  • Equipment Operation
  • Paperwork Completion
  • Front-end Maintenance
  • Signing and Pricing
  • Planogram Execution
  • Forklift Operation
  • Proficient in Type equipment
  • Security Monitoring
  • Quick Learner
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Stocking
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Motivated Team Player
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Critical Thinking
  • Exceptional time management skills
  • Decision-Making
  • Organization and Categorization
  • Inventory Management
  • Shipment Receiving
  • Merchandising and Display
  • Stock management
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Inventory Replenishment
  • Storage Organization
  • Safety Procedures
  • Pallet arrangement
  • Packing and shipping
  • Product Merchandising
  • Inventory counting
  • Product Signage and Labeling
  • Proficiency in Technology
  • Product identification
  • Inventory Recordkeeping
  • Goal Setting and Prioritization
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Work Area Maintenance
  • Mentoring and training
  • Data Entry
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Order Filling
  • Product picking
  • Product pricing
  • Warehousing functions
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Sales Support
  • Light maintenance
  • Pick lists
  • Product Transport
  • Product Location
  • Shipment Processing
  • Materials Transport

Interests

Cars

Timeline

Stocker - I GA Holts
01.2023 - Current
Elwood Jr-Sr High School - Associate Of Industrial Technology, Automotive Mechanics

Work Preference

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balance
Dennis Gardner