John Lindquist
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at PepsiCo, excelling in visual merchandising and stock management. Proven track record of enhancing product visibility and driving sales through effective strategies and strong client relationships. Reliable and friendly, committed to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining optimal stock levels.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
PepsiCo
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed and implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
- Established strong relationships with store management to facilitate effective communication and support business goals.
- Maximized shelf space utilization by optimizing product displays, leading to increased product visibility.
- Increased sales by establishing strong relationships with clients and understanding their needs.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly, resulting in repeat business and positive feedback from clients.
- Conducted regular store visits to ensure proper execution of merchandising strategies, maintaining a professional store appearance.
- Trained new sales merchandisers on company policies, products, and best practices to ensure consistent high-quality performance across the team.
Warehouse Worker
The Producers
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move materials throughout warehouse.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management system.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Streamlined packing processes to enhance order fulfillment efficiency.
- Coordinated shipments, ensuring timely dispatch and delivery of products.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
Assistant Manager
Food Maxx
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Led daily operations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance performance and customer service skills.
- Implemented inventory management systems improving stock accuracy and turnover.
- Developed promotional strategies increasing product visibility and sales growth.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Merchandiser
Pepsico
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Developed and executed merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory levels and streamline distribution processes.
- Analyzed market trends and consumer behavior to inform promotional initiatives and improve category performance.
- Trained and mentored junior team members on best practices in merchandising techniques and customer engagement.
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Correctional Officer
State of California Department of Corrections
03.2006 - 03.2018
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities.
- Managed inmate classification processes, facilitating appropriate housing assignments based on behavior and risk factors.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and emergency response protocols to enhance team efficacy.
- Mediated conflicts between inmates, employing de-escalation techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance security measures within the correctional facility.
Grocery Clerk, Checker, Stocker, Produce Clerk
Safeway
03.1995 - 12.2005
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through diligent stock management and regular audits.
- Operated point-of-sale systems efficiently, ensuring smooth transaction processing for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize product placement and enhance store layout.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
- Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate cash handling and financial reporting.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Sacramento State
Sacramento, CA01-2004
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Stock replenishment
- Maintaining stock levels
- Visual merchandising
- Store maintenance
Timeline
Merchandiser
PepsiCo
03.2024 - 01.2025
Warehouse Worker
The Producers
03.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Manager
Food Maxx
03.2022 - 03.2023
Merchandiser
Pepsico
08.2018 - 03.2023
Correctional Officer
State of California Department of Corrections
03.2006 - 03.2018
Grocery Clerk, Checker, Stocker, Produce Clerk
Safeway
03.1995 - 12.2005
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Sacramento State