Kari Swalve
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with 15 years of experience and a proven knowledge of inventory control and warehouse operations, Enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and complex problem solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Restock Specialist
A CRATE DEAL
Tea, SD
04.2024 - Current
- Improved overall store appearance, ensuring clean and well-organized shelves for a pleasant shopping experience.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Streamlined inventory management by maintaining accurate records of stock levels and replenishment needs.
Merchandising Specialist
FRITO LAY
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring products were always available, well-presented, and accurately priced.
- Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
Retail Merchandiser
AMERICAN GREETINGS
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Service the greeting card department in assigned stores.
- Putting away orders and re-ordering merchandise as needed.
- Setting and maintaining seasonal and special displays
- Built strong relationships with retail store associates.
Owner
S&S BOOKS, LLC
Sioux Falls, SD
07.2013 - 08.2020
- Maintained inventory of over 200,000 used books.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Implemented bar code system to manage online sales.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Liquidated inventory to close business.
Circulation & Mailing Manager
SIOUX FALLS SHOPPING NEWS
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2007 - 07.2013
- Directed the work of over 300 independent contractors.
- Coordinated manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running efficiently.
- Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
Timeline
Restock Specialist
A CRATE DEAL
04.2024 - Current
Merchandising Specialist
FRITO LAY
05.2022 - 01.2024
Retail Merchandiser
AMERICAN GREETINGS
08.2020 - 12.2022
Owner
S&S BOOKS, LLC
07.2013 - 08.2020
Circulation & Mailing Manager
SIOUX FALLS SHOPPING NEWS
05.2007 - 07.2013