Melissa Childress
Akron
Summary
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Sales Service Merchandiser
Imperial Distributors Inc
Worcester
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to planograms and seasonal displays.
- Ensured accurate inventory of products on shelves and in backroom storage areas for optimal stock availability.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring stock levels and performing regular audits.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of display areas to enhance product visibility.
- Cultivated relationships with store personnel to facilitate effective merchandising execution.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
Lead Scan Coordinator
Dave's Market
Akron
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Reviewed scan data for accuracy, resolving discrepancies to ensure data integrity.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Resolved pricing discrepancies by researching original prices and correcting inaccuracies.
- Executed price changes and ensured proper signage for product displays to enhance customer experience.
Retail Merchandiser
SAS Retail Services
Irvine
11.2019 - 02.2023
- Collaborated on creating planograms to optimize product placement, enhancing customer visibility and accessibility.
- Implemented planograms with precision to maintain brand consistency across stores.
- Coordinated updates to store planograms with management, ensuring alignment with promotional strategies.
- Conducted regular inspections of stores to ensure compliance with merchandising standards and optimal product display.
- Conducted regular store visits to ensure compliance with merchandising standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized retail environment to enhance shopping experience.
Education
Nursing Education
Kent State University
Kent, OHSkills
- Visual merchandising
- Planogram execution
- Shelf management
- Inventory management
- Pricing strategy
- Pricing controls
- Customer relationship management
- Data accuracy
- Sales forecasting
Timeline
Retail Sales Service Merchandiser
Imperial Distributors Inc
04.2025 - 04.2026
Lead Scan Coordinator
Dave's Market
02.2023 - 05.2025
Retail Merchandiser
SAS Retail Services
11.2019 - 02.2023
Nursing Education
Kent State University