Ellie Grenier
West Springfield,Massachusetts
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 operations associate 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. Experienced operations professional with skills in operating equipment, organizing supplies and packing high numbers of boxes each day. Knowledgeable about optimal box organization, palletizing and loading strategies. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Crossmark Merchandising
West Springfield, MA
08.2022 - Current
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Analyzed inventory levels and made adjustments accordingly for maximum profitability.
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
- Inspected shipments for quality control purposes prior to stocking shelves or racks with merchandise.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract customers and optimize sales.
- Printed labels and tags for for-sale merchandise.
- Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
Operations Associate
Kohl's
West Springfield, MA
05.2019 - Current
- Resolved customer inquiries quickly and effectively while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Organized and maintained storage areas, including shelves, bins, racks, and pallets.
- Packed orders for shipment in accordance with customer requirements.
- Checked for accuracy of order fulfillment prior to packaging.
- Adhered to company policies regarding safety, security, attendance, punctuality, cleanliness.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and supervisors regarding work assignments.
- Assisted in unloading containers from trucks when necessary.
- Maintained a positive attitude while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2024
Skills
- Sales Techniques
- Cost Analysis
- Stock replenishment
- Reliable and punctual
- Active listener
- Freight Handling
Accomplishments
- Achieved Dean's List for multiple semesters
- High GPA
- Received honors awards in high school
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Pottery
- Hiking & Fitness
- Sociological Research
- Writing
- Practicing Guitar
- Traveling
- Music
- Cooking
Timeline
Merchandiser
Crossmark Merchandising
08.2022 - Current
Operations Associate
Kohl's
05.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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