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Katy Orsborn

Merchandiser
Yuma,Arizona
I cannot believe the purpose of life is to be happy. I think the purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be compassionate. It is, above all, to matter, to count, to stand for something, to have made some difference that you lived at all.
Leo Rosten

Summary

Detail-oriented Retail Merchandiser talented in monitoring inventory levels and predicting product demand. Monitors supply levels and product marketing for optimal sales. Skillful in creatively conceptualizing and building artistic framework around any given assignment. Pays close attention to detail and creates displays which engage and intrigue.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandise Associate

Acosta Sales & Marketing
Yuma, AZ
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and restocked shelves, racks and bins.
  • Greeted, serviced and thanked all customers.
  • 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.
  • Created attractive displays to promote items.
  • Prepared interesting and innovative visual displays to grab customer interest and promote sales.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Updated signage and price tags to reflect current sales.
  • Built end caps and aisle displays to highlight products and support latest promotions.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Rotated manufacturer products.
  • Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
  • Drove client retention, managing engaging merchandise presentation to motivate impulse purchases.
  • Worked with managers and advertising directors to optimize promotions.
  • Assembled quarter and full-size point of purchase promotional displays.
  • Educated employees on new merchandise during seasonal workshops.
  • Advanced sales cycle plans by maximizing placement of promotions, point of sale materials and product visibility.
  • Set and recommended mark-up rates, mark-down rates and selling prices for merchandise.
  • Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create purchase and inventory plan.
  • Monitored and analyzed sales records and consumer purchasing trends.
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers
  • Prepared interesting and innovative visual displays to grab customer interest and promote sales
  • Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business
  • Updated signage and price tags to reflect current sales
  • Operated cardboard balers, forklifts and trash compactors safely

Sales Associate

Home Depot
Lemon Grove, CA
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Promised best prices for gardening customer services and maintained accuracy when determining quotes.https://bold.pro/my/katy-orsborn
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.

Bartender

Joyce
Lemon Grove, CA
04.2004 - 02.2019
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory. procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
  • Managed cash and bar revenue during special promotions or sporting events.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks and scouted and auditioned performers for various special events.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits
  • Taught employees bar sales techniques, resulting in higher profits
  • cocktails, contemporary wines and craft beers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Milwaukie High School, Milwaukie, OR
06.1997

Skills

  • New Display Creation
  • Pricing and Signage Updating
  • Loyalty Programs
  • Design Visualization
  • Commercial Display Building
  • Merchandising Selection
  • Revenue Growth
  • Stockroom Rotation
  • Remote Video Conferencing
  • Merchandise Strategy Development

Work Availability

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