- Woodworking
- Outdoor Recreation
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Cooking
- Crafting and DIY Projects
Drake kelly
Summary
Dynamic merchandising professional with a proven track record at Coke Consolidated, enhancing product visibility and driving sales through strategic displays. Known for reliability and active listening, I excel in stock rotation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchandiser
Coke Consolidated
11.2023 - Current
- Executed merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and visibility.
- Collaborated with sales teams to analyze inventory levels and improve stock management.
- Conducted regular audits of displays, ensuring compliance with brand standards.
- Assisted in developing promotional materials to enhance customer engagement.
- Provided training on best practices for merchandising techniques to new team members.
- Implemented feedback from clients to refine merchandising tactics and increase effectiveness.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
- Facilitated training sessions for new merchandisers, improving team skills and performance.
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at [Number] locations by following established planograms.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
- Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
- Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
Image Specialist
Twice Daily
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Analyzed market trends to optimize product placement and inventory levels.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandise displays to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Assisted in creating promotional materials and signage for seasonal campaigns, boosting customer engagement.
- Implemented visual merchandising techniques that improved store aesthetics and customer experience.
- Trained new team members on merchandising guidelines and best practices for effective execution.
- Monitored sales performance data to identify opportunities for product assortment adjustments.
- Developed recommendations for inventory management based on seasonal demand forecasts and sales analysis.
- Implemented planogram updates, ensuring products were displayed according to company guidelines for maximum exposure.
- Arranged merchandise in alignment with store planogram.
- Reduced shrinkage rates by conducting thorough inventory checks and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Assembled quarter and full-size point of purchase promotional displays.
- Communicated merchandising needs to store manager.
- Streamlined in-store processes by implementing efficient merchandise receiving, processing, and replenishment systems.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Maintained product inventory and reordered items.
- Enhanced store appearance through effective space utilization and creative visual displays.
- Planned commercial displays to attract customers.
- Changed displays to reflect new promotions.
- Increased efficiency in stocking shelves by developing an organized system for merchandise handling during peak business hours.
- Coordinated special events or promotions to drive foot traffic into the store, resulting in increased revenue generation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring products were always available, well-presented, and accurately priced.
- Maintained clean store by returning items to proper places.
- Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers.
- Assisted management in creating seasonal floor plans that catered to current trends while maintaining brand identity.
- Drove client retention, managing engaging merchandise presentation to motivate impulse purchases.
- Increased sales by implementing strategic merchandising plans and product displays.
- Fostered strong relationships with key vendors to streamline the merchandising process.
Owner
There 4 You Handyman Service
02.2011 - 10.2023
- Managed daily operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery to clients.
- Developed and implemented effective project management strategies for handyman services.
- Oversaw team performance, providing mentorship and training to enhance skills and efficiency.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow and meet client needs.
- Researched and procured tools and materials, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions for projects.
Education
Associate of Arts - Art
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05-2005
High School Diploma -
McAlester High School
McAlester, OK05-1983
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Stock replenishment
- Active listener
Accomplishments
- Earned "Red Wall employee" at Coke Consolidated. I have achieved top merchandiser for my gap times, merchandising and proficiently uploading data. Several times while working for Coke Consolidated.
- I have brought the concept of teamwork with my fellow teammates. So we can achieve our desired results, thru better productivity and enhancing serving our partners.
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Certification
I have completed 45 courses thru Percipio learning.
Interests
Timeline
Merchandiser
Coke Consolidated
11.2023 - Current
Image Specialist
Twice Daily
10.2022 - 11.2023
Owner
There 4 You Handyman Service
02.2011 - 10.2023
Associate of Arts - Art
University of Central Oklahoma
High School Diploma -
McAlester High School