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Jonathan Meester

Aurora,IL

Summary

Dynamic merchandise manager with a proven track record at Ulta, leveraging product knowledge and customer service skills to enhance sales performance. Successfully developed merchandising strategies that boosted customer engagement and optimized inventory management. Known for building rapport and fostering team cooperation, driving results in fast-paced retail environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Budtender

Zen Leaf
St.Charles
03.2026 - Current

Worked and helped medical and recreational customers

Merchandise Manager

Ulta
Naperville, IL
09.2021 - 10.2025
  • Developed and executed merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer preferences to optimize product assortments across multiple categories.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement promotional campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on merchandising best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain stock levels and minimize shrinkage within the department.
  • Managed visual merchandising presentations, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines and enhancing store aesthetics.
  • Leveraged data analytics tools to assess performance metrics, driving informed decisions for future initiatives.
  • Coordinated seasonal launches, aligning product displays with marketing efforts to maximize customer engagement.
  • Boosted sales performance by effectively managing merchandise assortments and inventory levels.
  • Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
  • Enhanced visual presentation of products, driving customer engagement and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Monitored inventory levels and made necessary adjustments to maximize sales and profits.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to identify trends and improve product selection.

Education

High School Diploma -

Port Charlotte High
Port Charlotte, FL
05.1999

Skills

  • Supporting medical patients
  • Product merchandising
  • Patience and empathy
  • Customer education
  • Product knowledge expertise
  • Restocking inventory
  • Discussing cannabis
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Sales proficiency
  • Packaging products
  • Counting money
  • Maintaining security
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Building rapport
  • Loss prevention
  • Key holder
  • Promotions and discounts
  • Rolling joints
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • POS system operation
  • Point-of-sale system
  • Production leadership
  • Cash handling experience
  • Preparing packages
  • Weighing products
  • Changing out tills
  • THC & CBD products
  • Dispensary security
  • Cannabis strain identification
  • Edibles upselling
  • Online order management
  • Loyalty promotion
  • Customer service
  • Flexible hours
  • POS software
  • Attention to detail
  • Product knowledge
  • Team leadership
  • Building customer loyalty
  • Team cooperation
  • Creative thinking
  • Security practices
  • Friendly and helpful
  • Goal driven
  • Organization
  • Reliable and responsible

Timeline

Budtender

Zen Leaf
03.2026 - Current

Merchandise Manager

Ulta
09.2021 - 10.2025

High School Diploma -

Port Charlotte High