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Emily Weikart

Salem,Ohio

Summary

Motivated with engaging personality and flexible approach, especially in fast pace environments. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable experiences. Trained in POS systems and table-side serving with understanding of food and beverage pairings and great salesmanship. Known for maintaining speed and accuracy in high-traffic times. Well-organized and creative Merchandising professional successful at representing consumer tastes and needs in retail market. Accurately assess competition and pursues effective ways to boost sales and reinforce client brands.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Merchandiser

Loft Outlet
08.2023 - Current
  • Built properly lit and well-maintained displays, creating inviting atmosphere in stores.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.

Visual Merchandising Internship

Loft Outlet
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Developed innovative approaches to store layout to optimize customer flow and optimize sales potential.

Waitress

Aeonian Brewery
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Managed large gatherings of 100+ customers
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.

Waitress

Quaker Steak & Lube
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Upsold drink specialty items, wine selections and desserts to increase overall sales and exceed targets.
  • Managed large parties of 50+ customers

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Marketing, Buisness Minor

Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.2024

Skills

Merchandising Skills

  • Customer Relationships
  • Set Trends on Sales Floor
  • Product Tagging and Categorization
  • Interior and Exterior Displays
  • Sales Expertise

Technical Skills

  • Adobe Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Illustrator
  • PowerPoint

Waitress Skills

  • Team Player
  • Transactions and Cash Handling
  • High-Energy and Stamina

Hobbies

In my free time, I find golfing extremely relaxing! I also enjoy reading nonfiction books and journaling a little bit everyday. Yoga is something I partake in weekly to stay organized and focused on day-to-day priorities. 


Timeline

Visual Merchandiser

Loft Outlet
08.2023 - Current

Visual Merchandising Internship

Loft Outlet
05.2023 - 08.2023

Waitress

Aeonian Brewery
08.2022 - 01.2023

Waitress

Quaker Steak & Lube
01.2021 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Marketing, Buisness Minor

Kent State University
Emily Weikart