Jack Trautenberg
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Currently seeking a part-time position dealing with customer and store personnel as a brand ambassador or retail merchandiser.
Have successfully owned and managed two pet care franchises in two states since 2008 and 2017, dealing with clients, independent contractors, handling day-to-day operations such as administrative activities, customer service, hiring, payroll, receivables and marketing. Have also worked for several merchandising companies as a retail merchandiser. I'm currently employed part time in West Palm Beach, FL as a Retail Merchandiser for Jacent Strategic Merchandising. Highly successful Franchise Owner with solid background in pet care operations. Directs business activities with proven expertise in strategic planning, marketing and staff leadership. Expert in driving consistent growth. Talented small business owner bringing strong record of accomplishment in building successful pet care industry businesses. Natural leader with motivational approach to inspiring employee performance. Skilled at connecting with customers and cultivating brand loyalty. Natural leader with motivational approach to inspiring employee performance. Skilled at connecting with customers and cultivating brand loyalty.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Franchise Owner
Fetch! Pet Care
Philadelphia, PA (NW Suburbs, Montgomery County)
03.2008 - 02.2024
- Managed a professional pet care services franchise business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- 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.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decision-making.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Increased franchise revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and promotional events.
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by investing in advanced technology and staff training programs.
Retail Merchandiser
Multiple Employers
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania And South Florida
02.1988 - Current
- Men's and women's clothing, flower and produce seed displays, hardware items, Brand Ambassador for Keurig brand products, do-it-yourself book displays.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and strategically organized merchandise displays.
- Enhanced store sales through effective product placement and targeted promotions.
- Collaborated with store managers to develop seasonal merchandising plans, maximizing revenue potential.
- Improved overall store aesthetics by consistently maintaining clean, well-organized merchandise displays.
- Maximized floor space utilization with strategic product arrangement, catering to customer preferences and shopping behaviors.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Currently work for the largest retail impulse merchandising company throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Franchise Owner
Fetch! Pet Care
Palm Beach County, FL
04.2017 - 12.2022
- Managed a professional pet care services franchise business.
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Increased franchise revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and promotional events.
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by investing in advanced technology and staff training programs.
Owner
Jaytee Marketing
Mid-Atlantic States
01.1988 - 12.2006
- Multi-line independent representative for several manufacturing suppliers to the promotional products industry.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Traveled PA, NJ, MD, DE and Va representing several lines of customizable promotional products to distributors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Temple University
Philadelphia05.1966
Skills
- Have experience dealing with the general public, as well as business owners for over 35 years in sales, customer service and product representation
- Visual Merchandising
- Adaptability
- Teamwork Abilities
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
- Sales Forecasting
- Customer Service
- Dependable and Reliable
- Product Location
- Merchandising and Display
- Inventory Replenishment
- Quick Learner
Timeline
Franchise Owner
Fetch! Pet Care
04.2017 - 12.2022
Franchise Owner
Fetch! Pet Care
03.2008 - 02.2024
Retail Merchandiser
Multiple Employers
02.1988 - Current
Owner
Jaytee Marketing
01.1988 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Temple University