Jamie White
Platteville
Summary
Results-driven Merchandiser with extensive experience in inventory management and visual merchandising. Proven ability to enhance product visibility and optimize store layouts to drive sales growth. Skilled in analyzing market trends and collaborating with teams to implement effective merchandising strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Advantage Solutions
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and executed merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
- Analyzed market trends to optimize product placement and inventory levels across retail environments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement promotional displays and seasonal setups.
- Trained and mentored new team members on merchandising standards and best practices.
- Conducted regular audits of product displays to ensure compliance with brand guidelines and quality standards.
- Maintained effective relationships with store management to facilitate timely stock replenishment and promotions.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- 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.
- Increased brand visibility by designing eye-catching window displays that highlighted new products and seasonal trends.
Merchandiser/ Book Vender
Advantage Solutions
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Analyzed inventory levels to optimize product placement and availability.
- Collaborated with store management to execute promotional displays effectively.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
- Increased customer engagement by providing knowledgeable product recommendations.
Dairy Farmer
Foremost Farms USA Cooperative
03.2008 - 01.2022
- Operated and maintained milking equipment to ensure optimal performance and hygiene standards.
- Managed herd health through regular veterinary check-ups and vaccination schedules.
- Developed efficient feeding programs based on nutritional analysis for improved milk production.
- Trained and supervised junior farm staff on best practices in animal care and farm operations.
- Implemented biosecurity measures to minimize disease risks within the dairy operation.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, leading to adjustments in protocols for enhanced efficiency.
- Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
- Milked 382 cows using milking machinery.
- Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
- Enhanced herd health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and preventative care measures.
- Reduced calf mortality rates through close monitoring of newborns and providing timely medical intervention when needed.
- Adapted to weather challenges by adjusting feed rations and modifying farm practices accordingly.
Education
GED -
Penn Foster
12-2027
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Maintaining stock levels
- Stock replenishment
- Active listener
- Merchandise planning
- Store maintenance
- Pricing and signage updates
- Sales techniques
- Vendor relations
- Product inventory counts
- Planogram design
- Visual displays
- Plan-o-gram implementation
- Fixture placement
- Retail buying
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Product knowledge
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Clear communication
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Laptop and mobile device use
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Seasonal decor
Timeline
Merchandiser
Advantage Solutions
09.2023 - Current
Merchandiser/ Book Vender
Advantage Solutions
10.2022 - 02.2023
Dairy Farmer
Foremost Farms USA Cooperative
03.2008 - 01.2022
GED -
Penn Foster