Melinda Franck
Milton,TN
Summary
Adaptable and organized professional with expertise in optimizing product placements and enhancing brand integrity. Committed to improving store performance through effective collaboration and attention to detail.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Field Merchandiser
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
Knoxville, TN
05.2022 - 01.2026
- Executed planograms to optimize product placement and enhance customer visibility.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, ensuring stock accuracy and availability.
- Trained new team members on merchandising standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional displays that increased sales.
- Led initiatives to improve in-store signage and overall customer experience.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of merchandise and supplies.
- Boosted overall store performance by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked spaces that met company standards.
- Safeguarded brand integrity by ensuring all marketing materials complied with corporate guidelines for visual presentation and messaging consistency.
- Developed strong relationships with store managers and staff to ensure effective communication and seamless execution of merchandising initiatives.
TCGM
Pilot Travel Centers
Lebanon TN
10.2011 - 05.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Assistant Manager
Pizza Parlor
Battle Creek, MI
04.2000 - 09.2006
- Led team to enhance customer service and satisfaction through targeted training initiatives.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving supply chain efficiency.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize labor costs while maintaining operational coverage.
- Implemented promotional strategies that increased sales during peak hours and special events.
- Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices for operations.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients and supplies.
- Facilitated staff meetings to address concerns, promote teamwork, and encourage professional growth.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delton Kellogg
Delton, MISkills
- Shelf maintenance
- Stock rotation
- Data collection
- Brand awareness
- Space planning
- Store layout
- Merchandise display
- Planogram implementation
- Category management
- Friendly and outgoing
- Reliable and punctual
- Active listener
Certification
Serve safe certified
Mast certified
Technologist certified
Timeline
Corporate Field Merchandiser
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
05.2022 - 01.2026
TCGM
Pilot Travel Centers
10.2011 - 05.2022
Assistant Manager
Pizza Parlor
04.2000 - 09.2006
High School Diploma -
Delton Kellogg