Gary Thomas
AUTO DETAILER
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic Detailer offering wealth of experience detailing vehicles of all makes and models. Exceptional knowledge of classic cars and vintage models. Versed in proper cleaning methods for high-end and delicate interiors.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Specialist
ActionLink
Las Vegas, NV
09.2024 - Current
- Analyzed consumer feedback data to identify areas for improvement in the merchandising process.
- Explained product features and benefits to company staff members and customers.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Reconciled orders using dedicated financial plans and forecasting tools.
- Updated seasonal displays for windows and mannequins to highlight current product lines.
- Obtained information about customer needs and preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel.
- Developed product purchasing and sales strategies according to company budgets.
- Ran weekly and monthly strategy reports to analyze business trends and provide recommendations.
- Collaborated with suppliers, manufacturers and retailers to properly execute merchandising plans.
Merchandise Associate
Big Lots
Lake Charles, LA
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across various locations.
- Moved merchandise to retail areas and added new products to shelves, racks and bins in neat and well-presented fashion.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Reorganized sales floor to optimize customer flow and improve product visibility.
- Helped customers locate desired items and assisted with carrying heavy loads.
- Provided training and guidance for new employees in merchandising practices.
- Completed updates to signage, marketing materials and item price tags to reflect current promotions.
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
Merchandiser
Walmart
Lake Charles, LA
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Restructured merchandising strategy to promote high value and products.
- Cleaned and organized display cases, shelves and aisles.
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales of featured products.
- Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.
- Consulted with management and advertising teams to plan optimal promotions.
- Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
- Inspected shipments for quality control purposes prior to stocking shelves or racks with merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA05-2006
Skills
- Managing overflow merchandise
- Creating pricing models
- Fashion forecasting
- Product merchandising
- Sales analysis
- Microsoft office
- Merchandising operations
- Stock control
- Merchandise planning
- Merchandising displays
Timeline
Merchandising Specialist
ActionLink
09.2024 - Current
Merchandise Associate
Big Lots
05.2014 - 10.2015
Merchandiser
Walmart
09.2013 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Sowela Technical Community College
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