Kristie McDougald
Nebraska City,NE
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Driveline Retail
Nebraska
09.2025 - Current
- Implemented product placement strategies to elevate visual appeal and foster customer engagement.
- Executed monthly cut-ins by removing discontinued products, stocking new items, and updating price labels.
- Executed merchandise resets to optimize product placement and enhance customer experience.
- Executed removal of discontinued products and established new product displays on end caps.
- Oversaw four permanent store locations, conducting regular visits. Supported operations at seven additional store locations until staffing for those locations was established.
Seasonal Field Worker
Barnett Family Farms
Topeka, KS
04.2015 - Current
- Managed various landscaping activities, including mowing, trimming, edging, and weeding, to ensure optimal maintenance of plant appearance.
- Operated and maintained landscaping equipment including lawn mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
- Maintain the cleanliness of work area by removing debris and disposing of waste materials properly.
- Assistant in setting up and preparing for special events.
- Deadheaded, pruned and maintenance 20 beds of Hybrid Iris and Peonies plants. Consisting of over 125 difference colors
Seasonal Garden Center Merchandiser
Ace Hardware Store
Nebraska City, NE
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Strategically organized plant displays to optimize visual impact and encourage customer purchases.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate plants and gardening supplies, improving overall customer satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked products to ensure availability for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and orderliness of garden center area.
- Organized plant displays to enhance visual appeal and customer engagement.
- Maintained a clean and organized retail environment, ensuring easy navigation for customers.
- Implemented seasonal merchandising strategies to attract customers and boost sales
- Maintained regular watering and deadheading of plants.
Independent Contractor
Arbor Crossing Flea Market
Nebraska City, NE
02.2022 - 07.2025
- Managed the safe and timely delivery of goods and materials by driving trucks and trailers across designated routes.
- Managed merchandise logistics by skillfully loading and unloading items with dollies and forklifts.
- Executed packing and unpacking of household goods, ensuring careful handling and organization throughout the process.
- Collaborated with clients to negotiate and finalize price agreements, ensuring mutual satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
- Facilitated ongoing client engagement by utilizing diverse communication methods, including phone calls, emails, and meetings.
- Configured and managed social media accounts on Facebook, eBay, Instagram, and Snapchat to engage target audiences.
- Coordinated setup of priced merchandise and facilitated sales transactions at weekly flea market.
- Delivered completed sign task ahead of schedule, demonstrating strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Oversaw careful handling and transportation of estate items, safeguarding against damage to household goods.
- Navigated and utilized various digital advertising platforms, such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Snapchat, to enhance brand visibility.
- Oversaw comprehensive contract negotiations with clients, focusing on aligning interests and objectives.
- Achieved successful sales cycles by identifying and securing estates for purchase. Facilitated effective negotiations to finalize contracts. Prepared homes for market by coordinating packing and cleaning efforts.
- Facilitated professional resolution of customer issues and conflicts, ensuring optimal satisfaction outcomes.
- Oversaw comprehensive process of listing, packing, and shipping items sold on eBay, maintaining high standards of service.
Season Garden Center Merchandise
Pro Grow
Colorado
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Helped in managing operations at garden center across multiple Walmart locations.
- Cultivated and maintained plant displays to enhance visual appeal for customers.
- Organized and stocked shelves with incoming plants and flowers upon delivery.
- Guided customers in selecting and sourcing ideal plants and flowers for garden projects.
- Ensured maintenance of a clean and debris-free work environment.
- Ensured visual appeal of plants and hanging flower baskets to enhance customer experience upon store entry.
Office Assistant
Bishop Plumbing & Heating
Nebraska City, NE
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Monitored, ordered and organized plumbing, HVAC, and office supplies inventory, ensuring consistent availability for efficient staff operations.
- Facilitated effective scheduling of service appointments, ensuring optimal technician routing and timely service delivery.
- Handled customer inquiries through phone and email, providing precise information to support effective communication.
- Developed and implemented structured filing systems for client records, facilitating quicker data retrieval and ensuring precision.
- Implemented training programs for new employees on office protocols, fostering teamwork and effective communication.
- Implemented systematic approaches to manage schedules, organize files, and uphold cleanliness in the workspace.
- Coordinated and prioritized incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries to enhance overall workflow.
- Executed accurate data entry and prompt filing to enhance overall document processing efficiency.
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring professional and courteous service to elevate customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw financial operations, including invoice processing and payment collection, to contribute to timely and precise financial reporting.
- Maintained and structured both digital and physical filing systems to support seamless information retrieval and workflow.
- Handled incoming and outgoing calls, meticulously documenting messages for effective communication among office staff.
- Oversaw the systematic handling of incoming and outgoing mail and packages, adhering to established operational procedures.
- Monitored supply usage and executed prompt orders to prevent shortages.
- Executed thorough data entry and updates in database, maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Facilitated efficient document management by converting paper records into digital format and establishing a structured, easy-to-navigate filing system.
- Reviewed and polished documents to deliver high-quality, accurate, and professional correspondence.
- Executed invoice preparation processes, verifying accuracy and alignment with established company standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
Timeline
Merchandiser - Driveline Retail
09.2025 - Current
Seasonal Garden Center Merchandiser - Ace Hardware Store
04.2025 - 08.2025
Season Garden Center Merchandise - Pro Grow
04.2022 - 07.2023
Independent Contractor - Arbor Crossing Flea Market
02.2022 - 07.2025
Office Assistant - Bishop Plumbing & Heating
02.2019 - 02.2022
Seasonal Field Worker - Barnett Family Farms
04.2015 - Current
Nebraska City High School - High School Diploma,