Jackie Smith
Summary
Driven professional with a proven track record at Frito-Lay, enhancing store appearance and boosting sales through expert visual merchandising and effective stock management. Excelled in fostering vendor relationships and team training, blending strong organizational skills with a friendly and outgoing demeanor to elevate the shopping experience. Effective at working in fast-paced grocery environments to restock and arrange merchandise in an appealing way. Upbeat and friendly team player with a good attitude and willingness to take on any task. Determined professional with dedication to hard work and team player attitude. Offers strong inventory management and product packaging abilities. Punctual and focused with physical strength to accommodate lifts up to [Number] pounds. 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
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Full Time Merchandiser
Frito-Lay
Federal Way, WA
10.2014 - Current
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
- Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
Forklift Operator
Columbia Shipping Warehouse
Tacoma, WA
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Assistant Manager
Jiffy Lube
Tacoma, WA
02.1998 - 01.2013
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oakland Alternative High School
Tacoma, WA06.1995
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock Rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Retail sales professional
- Store maintenance
- Visual Merchandising
- Sales Techniques
- In-store event promotion
- Display building
- Overstock management
- Supplier audits
- Promotional planning
- Seasonal Decor
Timeline
Lead Full Time Merchandiser
Frito-Lay
10.2014 - Current
Forklift Operator
Columbia Shipping Warehouse
03.2012 - 08.2014
Assistant Manager
Jiffy Lube
02.1998 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Oakland Alternative High School