Jamarah Craig
AL
Summary
Results-driven retail and operations professional with 7+ years of experience in merchandising, administrative support, inventory management, and team leadership. Proven ability to analyze sales and operational data, execute planograms and promotional strategies, manage inventory controls, and support cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. Strong background in administrative coordination, process improvement, and customer service excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchandise Manager
Ulta Beauty
Columbus, MS
04.2025 - Current
- Execute merchandising strategies including planograms, ad sets, and promotional resets.
- Manage inventory lifecycle processes including cycle counts, RTVs, DIF processing, and shrink reduction.
- Forecast labor and scheduling using workforce planning tools.
- Implement operational procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Enforce loss prevention and safety standards.
Acting Operations Manager
Ulta Beauty
Columbus, MS
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Lead onboarding, training, and performance development.
- Review audits and KPIs to drive process improvements.
- Train associates on SOPs and workflows.
Administrative Assistant
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Provided administrative and clerical support to departmental staff.
- Managed scheduling, calendars, and correspondence.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation.
- Prepared reports and performed data entry using Microsoft Office.
- Served as primary point of contact for inquiries.
Task Associate
Ulta Beauty
Tuscaloosa, AL
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Supported inventory receiving, stocking, and replenishment.
- Executed planograms and visual merchandising standards.
- Assisted with promotions and seasonal resets.
- Provided administrative and operational support.
Assistant Manager
Hibbett Sports
Tuscaloosa, AL
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Coordinated scheduling and daily operations.
- Delivered customer service and resolved issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety and loss prevention policies.
- Supported recruitment and training.
Education
English
University of South Alabama
Basic Studies
Shelton State Community College
Advanced Diploma - undefined
Aliceville High School
Skills
- Retail Operations
- Merchandising Strategy
- Administrative Support
- Inventory Management
- Sales Analysis
- Reporting & Documentation
- Planograms
- Visual Merchandising
- Scheduling & Payroll Support
- Vendor Relations
- Loss Prevention
- SOP Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- POS Systems
- Shopify
- Square
Certification
- Beauty Product Knowledge
- First Aid & CPR Certified
Timeline
Acting Operations Manager
Ulta Beauty
06.2025 - 10.2025
Merchandise Manager
Ulta Beauty
04.2025 - Current
Administrative Assistant
University of Alabama
01.2023 - 04.2025
Task Associate
Ulta Beauty
04.2022 - 04.2025
Assistant Manager
Hibbett Sports
02.2021 - 04.2022
English
University of South Alabama
Basic Studies
Shelton State Community College
Advanced Diploma - undefined
Aliceville High School