Joseph Pulicicchio
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Seasoned Merchandiser with broad background in retail and wholesale environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management, product placement, and vendor negotiation coupled with aptitude for trend forecasting. Demonstrated ability to improve sales outcomes through strategic merchandising initiatives. Results-driven professional, committed to contributing positively to team success through hard work and collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Sales Support and Merchandiser
Pacific Coast Fresh Co.
Kent, Washington
09.2013 - Current
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
- Set up attractive lobby displays that encouraged customers to enter the department.
- Analyzed inventory levels and made adjustments accordingly for maximum profitability.
- Performed regular price checks on select items.
- Established processes for tracking damaged goods returns from retail outlets.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Participated in weekly meetings regarding upcoming promotions or changes in product lines.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Provided training and support for new staff members in regards to merchandising operations.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
- Provided feedback from customers regarding product selection, display, and pricing.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Coordinated promotional events such as special sales or clearance items.
- Inspected shipments for quality control purposes prior to stocking shelves or racks with merchandise.
- Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract customers and optimize sales.
- Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.
Produce Manager
Metropolitan Market
Tacoma, Washington
09.2004 - 08.2013
- Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, and invoices for accuracy in financial reporting.
- Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
- Built relationships with vendors through frequent communication regarding orders and shipments.
- Conducted weekly inventories to track shrinkage losses due to expiration dates or mishandling by staff.
- Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
- Developed and implemented systems to optimize inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of produce.
- Organized weekly meetings with team members to discuss goals and objectives related to job performance.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper merchandising of produce items throughout store locations.
- Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
- Ensured compliance with health codes pertaining to sanitation practices within the produce department.
- Implemented strategies for reducing waste such as composting or donating unsellable items.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
- Established relationships with local farmers and suppliers to secure high-quality organic fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
- Reviewed daily sales reports identifying areas where sales are low so corrective action can be taken quickly.
- Assisted customers with produce questions and special orders.
- Received produce deliveries and unloaded produce.
- Maintained comprehensive compliance with workplace and food safety standards to protect staff and customers.
- Maximized profit by coordinating efficient team workflows, minimizing waste and controlling shrinkage.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Planned attractive displays, replenishing purchased items to maintain eye-catching appearance.
- Replenished, rotated and culled displays several times daily.
- Maintained department equipment and advised general manager of equipment repair needs.
- Trimmed, washed, and bundled produce.
- Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining competitive pricing profile.
- Participated in quarterly inventory counts and conducted inventories.
- Trained and coached new team members.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Produce Clerk
Metropolitan Market
Tacoma, Washington
08.1995 - 09.2004
- Followed established food safety guidelines when handling perishables such as fruits and vegetables.
- Received and stocked incoming produce shipments.
- Kept accurate records of inventory levels and restocked as needed.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Assisted customers with selecting food items and provided product knowledge.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stadium High School
Tacoma, WA06-1997
Skills
- POS
- Cost Analysis
- Stock replenishment
- Retail buying
- Space Planning
- Friendly and outgoing
- Floor set design
- Visual Merchandising
- In-store support
Timeline
Retail Sales Support and Merchandiser
Pacific Coast Fresh Co.
09.2013 - Current
Produce Manager
Metropolitan Market
09.2004 - 08.2013
Produce Clerk
Metropolitan Market
08.1995 - 09.2004
High School Diploma -
Stadium High School