Michelle Negron
Cicero,IL
Summary
Dynamic Merchandise Lead with expertise in merchandise planning and inventory management at Sam's Club. Enhanced product visibility and sales by optimizing store layout and implementing strategic promotional events. Proven ability in data-driven decision making and mentoring teams, resulting in a 15% increase in sales performance. Skilled in vendor negotiation and demand forecasting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Lead
Sam's Club
Cicero, IL
06.2004 - Current
- Led merchandise presentation initiatives to enhance product visibility and sales performance.
- Trained team members on inventory management processes and best practices for stock replenishment.
- Oversaw daily operations within the merchandise department, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize product assortment and layout based on customer preferences.
- Coordinated promotional events and displays to drive customer engagement and increase foot traffic.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage and protect company assets.
- Mentored new staff in operational procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in merchandise handling and distribution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to plan successful promotional events and seasonal campaigns.
- Maintained accurate records of merchandise received, sold, or returned, ensuring proper accounting practices were followed.
- Managed timely replenishment of stock to ensure availability across all departments during peak hours for optimal sales potential.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for better stock control and reduced waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morton East
Cicero, IL06-1999
Skills
Store layout
Space optimization
Merchandise planning
Pricing strategy
Stock control
Promotional planning
Category management
Demand planning
Merchandise presentation
Retail display setup
Maintaining stock levels
Data-driven decision making
Stock replenishment
Inventory control
Inventory management
Stockroom organization
Demand forecasting
Stock management
Product pricing
Shipment processing
Product lifecycle management
Vendor negotiation
Seasonal planning
Merchandising logistics
Sales floor resets
Timeline
Merchandise Lead
Sam's Club
06.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Morton East