Jerry Davis
Olympia
Summary
Experienced Retail Merchandiser versed in using product placement, end caps and points of purchase displays to manufacturer's best advantage. Astute professional with goal-oriented nature promotes optimized retail workflow for bolstered customer experience. Exceptional negotiator for prime positioning locations.
Organized professional with superior work ethic and team player attitude. Exceptional quality control and inspection abilities. Commended for honesty, hard work and positive attitude. Comfortable standing for long periods of time and safely lifting heavy loads.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Merchandiser
L&E Bottling co.
Olympia
02.2025 - Current
- Managed product displays to enhance visibility and attract customer interest.
- Coordinated inventory levels to ensure stock availability across various locations.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences.
- Trained new staff on visual merchandising techniques and company standards.
- Collaborated with sales teams to align merchandising strategies with promotional campaigns.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
Merchandiser
Columbia Distribution
Olympia
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Organized product displays to enhance customer visibility and engagement.
- Managed inventory levels using electronic tracking systems for accuracy.
- Collaborated with sales team to align merchandising strategies with promotions.
- Conducted regular inspections of stock to ensure quality and freshness.
- Assisted in training new staff on merchandising standards and practices.
Server
Masonry cafe
Yelm
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced café environment.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and dietary preferences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Processed customer payments accurately using point-of-sale system.
- Trained new servers on café procedures and best practices.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak service hours.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance dining experience.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Warehouse Operator
Medline Industries, Inc
Lacey
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated forklifts to move products within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring proper handling of medical supplies.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and updates.
- Followed safety protocols to create a secure working environment for all staff.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve productivity.
- Prepared orders for shipment by packing and labeling items accurately.
- Assisted in training new hires on warehouse procedures and safety standards.
- Cleaned, maintained and organized the warehouse area daily.
- Utilized scanners and RF devices for tracking purposes.
- Operated forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding work progress and any issues that arose during shifts.
- Followed proper safety protocols when operating machinery in the warehouse.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved products and materials by hand or using trucks and other equipment.
Warehouse Worker
Medline Industries, Inc
Lacey
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Operated forklifts to move inventory within the warehouse efficiently.
- Managed inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels and organization.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, verifying contents against packing lists.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the work area daily.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper warehouse procedures and equipment use.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure safe operation and maintenance.
Warehouse Worker
Target
Lacey
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels and organization.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the work area daily.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, verifying contents against packing lists.
Education
Tumwater High School
Tumwater, WASkills
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Product placement
- Market analysis
- Staff training
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Team building
- Time management
- Vendor relations
- Store maintenance
- Stock replenishment
- Stock rotation
- Active listener
- Stock control
- Shipment processing
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Order picking
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Heavy equipment operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Merchandiser
L&E Bottling co.
02.2025 - Current
Merchandiser
Columbia Distribution
03.2024 - 02.2025
Server
Masonry cafe
02.2022 - 03.2024
Warehouse Operator
Medline Industries, Inc
03.2021 - 02.2022
Warehouse Worker
Medline Industries, Inc
02.2019 - 06.2020
Warehouse Worker
Target
09.2018 - 02.2019
Tumwater High School