Gennaro Farina
Bay Village,OH
Summary
Resourceful Merchandiser known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, trend analysis, and visual merchandising. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to meet and exceed retail objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Abarta Coca-Cola Beverages
Bedford, OH
05.2020 - Current
- Consulted with management and advertising teams to plan optimal promotions.
- Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.
- Created retail displays to highlight particular products and drive sales according to corporate strategy.
- Planned commercial displays to entice and appeal to customers.
- Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
- Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Helped customers locate desired items and assisted with carrying heavy loads.
- Participated in weekly meetings regarding upcoming promotions or changes in product lines.
- Cleaned and organized display cases, shelves and aisles.
- Established and maintained proper high-traffic displays, resulting in increased sales.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract customers and optimize sales.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communication
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2026
Skills
- Fixture placement
- Stock replenishment
- Plan-o-gram implementation
- Display signage
- Merchandising trends
- POS
- Visual displays
- Friendly and outgoing
- Floor set design
- Window displays
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and signage updates
Affiliations
- Like to golf
- Like to do yard work
Timeline
Merchandiser
Abarta Coca-Cola Beverages
05.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communication
The Ohio State University
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