Katie Sopher
Powell,TN
Summary
Retail merchandising specialist with strong track record in enhancing product displays and driving sales. Skilled in inventory management, planogram compliance, and visual merchandising. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and organizational abilities ensure seamless execution and impactful results.
Experienced with retail merchandising and store layout optimization. Utilizes organizational skills and attention to detail to execute efficient and effective resets. Track record of collaborating with teams to achieve project goals and adapt to dynamic retail environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Reset Merchandiser
PL Marketing
12.2019 - Current
- Maintained inventory accuracy, conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Mitigated loss prevention risks by identifying potential security vulnerabilities during merchandising activities.
- Enhanced product visibility by arranging promotional displays and carefully positioning items on shelves.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between promotional events, ensuring all displays and signage were updated in a timely manner.
- Contributed to a positive work environment, fostering teamwork among colleagues for increased productivity.
- Optimized space utilization, rearranging shelving configurations as needed to accommodate various product types.
- Boosted efficiency through regular communication with team members, sharing project updates and relevant information.
- Elevated overall presentation quality through meticulous attention to detail when setting up displays and signage.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, facilitating communication to address issues and improve overall performance.
- Collaborated with store management to ensure proper merchandising techniques were utilized for optimal results.
- Reduced out-of-stock occurrences by closely monitoring inventory levels and reporting any discrepancies or concerns promptly.
- Improved store appearance by executing merchandise resets and planogram updates according to client guidelines.
- Achieved company objectives through consistent adherence to guidelines during retail reset projects.
- Expedited project completion by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks according to deadline requirements.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate planograms, updating schematics based on changing inventory levels or seasonal promotions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Developed relationships with key store personnel to support proper product placement and visibility.
Cashier
Kroger
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Education
Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Guest assistance
- Product restocking
- Stock replenishment
- Product rotation
- Store layout
- Planogram execution
- Shelf labeling
- Shelving configuration
- Merchandise resetting
- Department reset
- Planogram implementation
- Teamwork
- Quick learner
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Retail Reset Merchandiser
PL Marketing
12.2019 - Current
Cashier
Kroger
05.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work
Pellissippi State Community College