Matthew Bateman
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Walmart Produce Stocker
Walmart Inc
Milford, PA
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60 pounds.
- Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Maintained stockroom records and generated reports for management.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Walmart Truck Unloader / Freight Stocker
Walmart Inc.
Milford, PA
07.2017 - 01.2023
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 70 pounds.
- Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Maintained stockroom records and generated reports for management.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Supervised and trained new staff in performing census.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
- Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
- Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates.
- Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
- Collaborated with stock manager to effectively cut down on defective items in storage and in shipments.
- Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
- Reported and analyzed inventory data to help management strategically improve pricing and marketing strategies.
- Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
- Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
- Located needed merchandise in inventory using Vizpick software and placed on skids for transport to shelves.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Jervis Senior High School
Port Jervis, NY06.2016
Skills
- Customer Service
- Price Checking
- Display Assembly
- Order Receiving
- Product Labeling
- Loss Prevention
- Merchandise Rotation
- Stock Rotation
- Equipment Operation
- Product Restocking
- Merchandise Stocking
- Equipment Cleaning
- Truck Unloading
- Heavy Lifting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Performance Improvement
- Energetic and Outgoing
- Friendly and Personable
- Positive Attitude
- Loading and Unloading
- Customer Relationships
- Equipment Monitoring
- Safety Processes and Procedures
- Product Displays
- Cleaning Procedures
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Supply Restocking
- Product and Service Sales
- Signing and Pricing
- Shelving of Products
- Willing to Learn
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Clear Communication
- Safe Lifting Procedures
- Punctual and Reliable
- Customer Assistance
- Proper Stacking and Storage
Timeline
Walmart Produce Stocker
Walmart Inc
01.2023 - 10.2023
Walmart Truck Unloader / Freight Stocker
Walmart Inc.
07.2017 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Port Jervis Senior High School