Lexi Gerry
Merchandise Manager
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Driven candidate offering years of experience in maximizing product sales and overseeing merchandise trends. Proficient in analyzing inventory to provide detailed data for successful, cost saving purchases. Expert in merchandise planning and budgeting based on prior sales and trends. Excel in managing purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceeds savings goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Merchandise Manager
Bomgaars
Sioux City, IA
03.2022 - Current
- Executed in-season pricing strategies, promotions and markdowns to reach financial targets.
- Created sales cycle plan to develop and service accounts through product marketing, prospecting, promotion and merchandising for proper product visibility.
- Set sales quotas, established performance expectations and visited retailers to optimize sales and customer service.
- Oversaw inventory counts to maintain stock records and account for shrinkage.
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on purchasing operations.
- Developed productive relationships with key account holders.
Inventory Analyst
Bomgaars
Sioux City, IA
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Used analytical models and mathematical analysis to create and maintain key performance metrics.
- Studied movement of goods to identify gaps in efficiency and other areas needing improvement.
- Analyzed weekly and monthly patterns to forecast business needs, reducing inventory costs.
- Optimized execution of supply chain by forecasting, scheduling orders and balancing inventory levels.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Assisted Merchandise Managers in managing categories and covering categories in their absence.
Clothing Manager
Bomgaars
Sioux City, IA
08.2015 - 03.2021
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Managed overstocking, restocking and inventory control procedures.
- Supervised and delegated duties within department.
- Created a Clothing Manual that was recognized and utilized company wide.
Cashier
Bomgaars
Sioux City, IA
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology
Morningside College
Sioux City 08.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Social And Behavioral Science
Morningside College
Sioux City, IA 08.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
Inventory Management
Vendor Sourcing
Trend Analysis
Merchandising
Data Analysis
Strategic Planning
Critical Thinking
Purchasing Processes
Data Analysis
Supply and Demand Requirements
Vendor Relationship Management
Negotiation
Sales and Marketing
Financial Management
Budgeting
Microsoft Software Proficiency
Customer Relations
Sourcing
Identify Cost Savings
Accomplishments
- Created Clothing Manual that was recognized by Corporate and utilized throughout the company.
- Exceeds Customer Expectations Award in 2019
- Interdepartmental Honors Program
- Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society
- Alpha Lambda Delta First Year Honor Society - Social Media Chair (1 year)
- Psi Chi Psychology Honor Society - Social Media Chair (1 year)
- Beta Beta Beta Biology Honor Society
References
Chet Hofmann - Former Manager
District Manager
Bomgaars, Sioux City
712-226-5000
chofmann@bomgaars.com
Chuck Littsen - Former Manager
Assistant Manager
Bomgaars, Sioux City
712-224-3000
Katelyn Gebel - Former Co-Worker
Former Cashier
Bomgaars, Sioux City
712-870-4187
kgebel@gmail.com
Timeline
Merchandise Manager
Bomgaars
03.2022 - Current
Inventory Analyst
Bomgaars
03.2021 - 03.2022
Clothing Manager
Bomgaars
08.2015 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology
Morningside College
08.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Social And Behavioral Science
Morningside College
08.2015 - 05.2019
Cashier
Bomgaars
10.2014 - 08.2015