Overview
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Education
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Laurie Hamby

Merchandiser
York,PA

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser & Sales Associate

Walmart # 1529 2810 E Market St.
02.2022 - 07.2025
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at [Number] locations by following established planograms.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Cashier, Fulfillment Processor (Seasonal)

Target Corporation
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • 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.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.

Data Entry Clerk/Process Student Loans

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, PHEAA
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Verified accuracy of data entered into system to produce error-free reports.
  • Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
  • Enhanced data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and correcting errors in spreadsheets and databases.
  • Expedited data entry tasks through the use of keyboard shortcuts and customized software tools.
  • Compiled, verified accuracy, and sorted information to prepare source data for computer entry.
  • Used computer software to store and retrieve data.

Replenishment Associate Coordinator

Rite-Aid Corporation
06.2011 - 03.2019
  • Utilized company software to manage inventory data, monitor sales trends, and generate accurate reports for management review.
  • Streamlined restocking procedures with effective communication between receiving teams and sales associates on product arrival timelines.
  • Expedited product retrieval process for customers seeking specific items not readily available on the sales floor through diligent backroom organization practices.
  • Participated in inventory audits, identifying discrepancies or errors in stock counts for accurate record-keeping purposes.
  • Developed plan-o-grams and layouts that maximized sales.
  • Kept high average of performance evaluations.
  • Prioritized and managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all met their deadlines and objectives without compromising quality.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Performed section resets to match new planograms.

Education

GED -

Shelby County School System
Bartlett,Tn
05-1975

Skills

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Stock rotation
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Maintaining stock levels
  • Stock replenishment
  • Active listener
  • Merchandise planning
  • Visual merchandising
  • Pricing and signage updates
  • Product inventory counts
  • Retail sales professional
  • Planogram design
  • Markdown procedures
  • POS systems
  • Fixture placement
  • Retail
  • Stock control
  • Merchandising trends
  • POS
  • Plan-o-gram implementation
  • Customer service
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Laptop and mobile device use
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Quality assurance
  • Active listening
  • Task prioritization
  • New display creation
  • Computer terminal operation
  • Merchandising plan creation
  • Analytical thinking
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Excellent communication
  • Display model assembly
  • New store setups
  • Overstock management
  • Team collaboration
  • Clear communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Product knowledge
  • Time management

Timeline

Merchandiser & Sales Associate

Walmart # 1529 2810 E Market St.
02.2022 - 07.2025

Cashier, Fulfillment Processor (Seasonal)

Target Corporation
11.2021 - 01.2022

Data Entry Clerk/Process Student Loans

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, PHEAA
10.2019 - 10.2021

Replenishment Associate Coordinator

Rite-Aid Corporation
06.2011 - 03.2019

GED -

Shelby County School System
Laurie HambyMerchandiser