Michael Savella
Lemoore
Summary
Experienced Retail Merchandiser versed in using product placement, end caps and points of purchase displays to manufacturer's best advantage. Astute professional with goal-oriented nature promotes optimized retail workflow for bolstered customer experience. Exceptional negotiator for prime positioning locations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
LOWES
Visalia, California
04.2024 - 07.2026
- Analyzed sales trends to optimize product placement and assortment strategy.
- Implemented visual merchandising techniques to improve store aesthetics and shopper experience.
- Managed product displays to enhance customer engagement and drive sales.
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
- Developed promotional materials to support seasonal marketing initiatives effectively.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain inventory accuracy and organization.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability and restocked merchandise.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
- Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
- Assisted in training new staff on merchandising standards and best practices.
- Provided training and support for new staff members in regards to merchandising operations.
- Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
- Participated in weekly meetings regarding upcoming promotions or changes in product lines.
- Coordinated promotional events such as special sales or clearance items.
Logistics Specialist
US Navy
Lemoore, CA
02.2014 - 12.2023
- Developed logistics plans to optimize transportation routes and reduce costs.
- Coordinated supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Coordinated and monitored the transportation of goods between warehouses, customers, vendors, and other locations.
- Managed inventory control processes for efficient resource allocation.
- Conducted inventory checks and resolved discrepancies.
- Organized and managed the inventory of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Analyzed shipment data to identify trends and improve operational efficiency.
- Utilized software programs to track shipments from origin to destination.
- Monitored and organized logistics documents, bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Planned and prioritized day-to-day shipments and billing in collaboration with warehouse and sales team.
- Kept deliveries on track and provided timely status updates.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding their orders status.
- Logged, processed, and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
- Trained personnel on logistics software and inventory management systems.
- Developed training materials and conducted sessions for new logistics staff members.
- Coordinated daily logistics operations, including shipment scheduling and tracking.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with military regulations.
- Supervised warehouse personnel in loading and unloading cargo containers or trucks.
- Dispatched local and long-distance carriers daily.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of stock levels.
- Strengthened integrity, developing organization systems for records, reports and agendas.
- Worked with team members to improve process integration and flow.
- Resolved any discrepancies related to product quality or quantity issues upon delivery.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of stock levels.
Education
Lemoore High
Lemoore, CASkills
- Visual merchandising
- Product display optimization
- Planogram design
- Plan-o-gram implementation
- Promotional material development
- Sales analysis
- Customer engagement
- Retail sales professional
- Fixture placement
- Display signage
- Space planning
- Visual displays
- Inventory management
- Product inventory counts
- Stock replenishment
- Markdown procedures
- Logistics planning
- Supply chain coordination
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Time management
- Vendor relations
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Quality control
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Overstock strategy
- Staff training
- Quality control
Languages
English
Professional
A1
Tagalog
Professional
A1
Certification
- Home improvement License
Timeline
Merchandiser
LOWES
04.2024 - 07.2026
Logistics Specialist
US Navy
02.2014 - 12.2023
Lemoore High