Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Timeline
Kristie McDougald

Kristie McDougald

Nebraska City,NE

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

Driveline Retail
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
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
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
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
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
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 -

Nebraska City High School, Nebraska City Nebraska

Skills

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Stock rotation
  • Pricing and shelf labeling

Websites

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,
Kristie McDougald