Dominique Anderson
Kent,WA
Summary
Experienced Retail Merchandiser versed in using product placement, end caps and points of purchase displays to manufacturer's best advantage. Astute professional with goal-oriented nature promotes optimized retail workflow for bolstered customer experience. Exceptional negotiator for prime positioning locations. Hardworking and punctual professional works in fast-paced, physically-demanding jobs while standing and moving for long hours. Physically fit and diligent with strong commitment to team and business success. Focused on exceeding productivity and service objectives every day. Creative professional in visual merchandising and display design, known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in spatial planning, color theory application, and trend forecasting. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes through effective collaboration and innovative approach. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Swire Coca-Cola
Tacoma, WA
04.2024 - Current
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
- Established processes for tracking damaged goods returns from retail outlets.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
- Provided feedback from customers regarding product selection, display, and pricing.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales of featured products.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Analyzed inventory levels and made adjustments accordingly for maximum profitability.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Inspected shipments for quality control purposes prior to stocking shelves or racks with merchandise.
- Created merchandising plans based on customer buying habits and trends in the industry.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
- Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
- Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product.
- Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across various locations.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract customers and optimize sales.
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Helped customers locate desired items and assisted with carrying heavy loads.
- Cleaned and organized display cases, shelves and aisles.
- Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
Grocery Assistant Relif Manager
Fred Meyer
Covington, WA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling merchandise.
- Stocked shelves, rotated merchandise and ensured product freshness.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while operating equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Monitored inventory levels and stock shelves with new merchandise.
- Implemented new methods for reducing shrinkage and increasing profitability.
- Managed staff of 25 grocery clerks, ensuring that duties were completed in a timely manner.
- Developed and implemented store policies and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Organized promotional displays to maximize sales opportunities.
- Maintained cleanliness of store by delegating tasks to the cleaning crew.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning of refrigeration units.
- Resolved customer complaints in a courteous and professional manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection when needed or requested.
- Oversaw daily operations of the store including opening and closing procedures.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate prices on products and services.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
- Ordered supplies as needed while staying within budget parameters.
- Distributed daily tasks to appropriate employees and checked to complete duties within expected time frames.
- Analyzed store's inventory and ordered merchandise and products to keep stock level.
- Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
- Delivered expert customer service to store patrons and assisted with locating desired items.
- Drove consistent grocery sales with effective merchandising and promotions implementation.
- Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Operator
Pexco
Tacoma, WA
11.2017 - 04.2021
- Custom make plastic parts for other companies
- Assist in making parts for customers
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
Waitress
Tower Lanes Entertainment Center
01.2013
- Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion
- Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner
- Promptly served all food and alcoholic beverages to guests
- Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests
- Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciliation of the cash drawer.
Cashier
Fred Meyers
- Welcoming customers into the store
- Answering any questions that the customer may need and assisting them in finding items
- Operating scales, scanners, cash drawer and any other electronical devices
- Managed closing duties, such as making sure registers were dropped and in place for the next day, cleaning floors and the register belts, restocking bags and wipes
- Handled with returns, money orders and western union transactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gov. John R. Rogers. High School
Puyallup, WA06.2013
Skills
- Communication
- Customer Service Skills
- Problem Solving
- Active Listening
- Thoughtful Questions
- Team Player
- Knowledge Sharing
- Development of Others
- Learning
- Flexibility
- Responsibility
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Employee engagement
- Goal-Oriented
Timeline
Merchandiser
Swire Coca-Cola
04.2024 - Current
Grocery Assistant Relif Manager
Fred Meyer
08.2023 - 04.2024
Operator
Pexco
11.2017 - 04.2021
Waitress
Tower Lanes Entertainment Center
01.2013
Cashier
Fred Meyers
High School Diploma -
Gov. John R. Rogers. High School