Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Jake Holleman

Thornton,IL

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, excelling in merchandise planning and stock rotation. Known for reliability and a friendly demeanor, I have successfully enhanced product displays and managed inventory, driving sales and improving store efficiency. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and implement strategic promotional planning. I’ve also learned management skills working for Jewel Osco and how to run different employees and products.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

Coca-Cola
05.2024 - 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.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.

Dockworker

Dollar Tree Distribution
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining a clean dock area.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently, improving overall productivity.

Assistant Store Manager

Jewel Osco
06.2019 - 09.2023
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
07.2022 - 01.2023

Enhanced product displays to boost sales.

Managed backstock.

Proceeded to ensure store was always full.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thornwood High School
South Holland, IL
06.2021

Skills

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Stock rotation
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Merchandise planning
  • Vendor relations
  • Promotional planning

Timeline

Merchandiser

Coca-Cola
05.2024 - Current

Dockworker

Dollar Tree Distribution
07.2023 - 02.2024

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
07.2022 - 01.2023

Assistant Store Manager

Jewel Osco
06.2019 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Thornwood High School
Jake Holleman