James Jarvis
Vancouver
Summary
Results-driven merchandising team lead with expertise in inventory management, team leadership, and customer service. Proven ability to optimize processes and enhance sales through effective cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Team Lead
PepsiCo
Ridgefield
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management and ensure timely replenishment.
- Assessed employee performance and provided targeted feedback to enhance team effectiveness.
- Led merchandising initiatives to optimize product displays and enhance sales within the department
- Provided guidance and training to new employees on merchandising policies, procedures, and standards.
- Generated weekly reports to track progress against departmental goals and identify areas for improvement.
- Led multiple teams into learning new systemic technology that transformed our business locally.
Sales Representative
PepsiCo
Corvallis
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability at all times.
- Provided exceptional customer service to resolve inquiries and issues promptly.
- Participated in training sessions to improve sales techniques and product knowledge.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Reviewed monthly performance against targets set by management team.
Merchandiser
Coca-Cola
Springfield
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocked and rotated merchandise to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, organized work environment to support efficient operations and customer experience.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage to attract customer attention and promote sales.
Grocery Manager
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market
Albany/Corvallis
03.2015 - 04.2019
- Managed daily grocery operations to ensure product availability and quality.
- Oversaw inventory control procedures to minimize waste and loss.
- Implemented promotional displays to enhance product visibility and sales.
- Trained and supervised staff in customer service and store policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Albany High School
Albany06-2013
Skills
- Inventory management
- Sales optimization
- Data analysis
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Customer relationship management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Programs
- 2024 PepsiCo ALDP graduate
Timeline
Merchandising Team Lead
PepsiCo
07.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
PepsiCo
06.2022 - 06.2024
Merchandiser
Coca-Cola
04.2019 - 06.2022
Grocery Manager
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market
03.2015 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
West Albany High School