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Nakeisha Peterson

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Self-motivated Merchandising Manager with excellent experience in supervising day-to-day operations, maintaining promotions and planning purchases. Successful in meticulously managing inventory, ordering desirable stock and managing sales promotions. Personable communicator motivated to quickly resolve customer issues to maintain satisfaction and customer loyalty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandising Manager

Five And Below
Raleigh, NC
03.2023 - Current
  • Ensures that merchandising standards are consistently met throughout the store. This includes arranging products, maintaining displays, and optimizing the overall store layout.
  • “Wow the Customer” by creating an enjoyable shopping experience. This involves understanding customer preferences, addressing inquiries, and ensuring a positive interaction.
  • Oversees operational aspects such as inventory management, stock replenishment, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Safeguarding merchandise, preventing theft, and maintaining security protocols are essential tasks.
  • Ensures that the store environment is clean, organized, and safe for both customers and employees.
  • Actively contributes to sales growth by implementing effective merchandising strategies and promoting featured products.

General Merchandise Department Manager

Target
Knightdale, NC
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in stocking shelves, setting up displays and organizing merchandise.
  • Answered questions regarding products and services.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to improve customer service and product selection.

Delivery Driver

Insomnia Cookies
Raleigh, NC
10.2016 - 02.2018
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
  • Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
  • Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
  • Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
  • Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.

Patient Care Assistant

Victory
Raleigh, NC
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
  • Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.

Pool Manager

Aquatech
Raleigh, NC
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Directed and monitored pool staff to ensure safety, cleanliness and customer satisfaction.
  • Inspected swimming areas regularly for water quality, equipment conditions and safety hazards.
  • Maintained accurate records of pool activity such as attendance, maintenance needs and chemical readings.
  • Enforced all pool rules and regulations in a courteous manner.

Teaching Assistant Autism Support

Wake County Public Schools
Wake Forest, NC
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
  • Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
  • Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
  • Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
  • Organized educational activities such as field trips and assemblies.

Caregiver

New Beginnings Behavioral Health
Wake Forest, NC
06.2014 - 09.2015
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.

Cashier

Food Lion
Wendell, NC
07.2013 - 12.2014
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.

Education

High School Diploma -

HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Wake Forest, NC
06-2014

Skills

  • Seasonal Planning
  • Stock control
  • Monitoring inventory
  • Identifying sales trends
  • Staff Supervision
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Supervising staff
  • Inventory Management
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Merchandise Selection
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Call Management
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling
  • Account updating
  • Complaint resolution

Timeline

Merchandising Manager

Five And Below
03.2023 - Current

General Merchandise Department Manager

Target
10.2021 - 04.2023

Delivery Driver

Insomnia Cookies
10.2016 - 02.2018

Pool Manager

Aquatech
06.2016 - 08.2016

Patient Care Assistant

Victory
01.2016 - 09.2016

Teaching Assistant Autism Support

Wake County Public Schools
03.2015 - 12.2015

Caregiver

New Beginnings Behavioral Health
06.2014 - 09.2015

Cashier

Food Lion
07.2013 - 12.2014

High School Diploma -

HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Nakeisha Peterson