Kristopher Readshaw
Southport,NC
Summary
Retail sales professional versed in product placement and merchandising. Extensive experience in inventory management and shipment processing.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Merchandiser
SpartanNash
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Inspected products for quality and freshness.
- Planned and executed produce demo programs to increase store profit.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Collaborated with store managers to devise store layouts and establish aesthetic appeal.
- Developed and deployed store-level product training materials to mentor staff on new products and sales techniques.
- Assisted in managing procurement, pricing, and billing for the distribution center averaging 13 million in yearly sales.
- Provided customer service for over 100 independent grocers
Produce Manager
Maritime Market
02.2014 - 05.2018
- Coached and managed team members.
- Responsible for orders from multiple vendors
- Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals.
- Implemented strategic merchandising designs
Google Specialist
MarketStar
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Received expert training with android devices, Google products and services.
- Provided in store sales support for major retailers including Walmart, Best Buy, and Target
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training store associates on existing and new programs.
- Supervised training courses for store associates.
Fiber Processing
Corning Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Detected damages and discrepancies in fiber optic cables with careful inspections and close monitoring.
- Performed test to assure product quality and performance
- Cleaned, maintained, and repaired testing equipment
Regional Sales Representative
Acosta Sales & Marketing
02.2011 - 05.2012
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints, and promote new offerings.
- Liaised with grocery department personnel to support order processing and product flow.
- Assured new product placement and planogram execution
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase revenue.
Education
Associate of Science - Geography
Kent State University
Kent, OHHigh School Diploma -
Pymatuning Valley High School
Andover, OH06.2001
Skills
- Product Merchandising, Promotions and Distribution
- Customer Relationship Management
- POS System Proficiency
- Revenue Growth
- Planogram Design
- MS Office Proficiency
- Orders and procurement
- Team Oriented
Timeline
Produce Merchandiser
SpartanNash
05.2018 - 08.2023
Produce Manager
Maritime Market
02.2014 - 05.2018
Google Specialist
MarketStar
08.2013 - 01.2014
Fiber Processing
Corning Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2013
Regional Sales Representative
Acosta Sales & Marketing
02.2011 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Geography
Kent State University
High School Diploma -
Pymatuning Valley High School
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