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Nathan Cook

Cottage Grove

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Walmart Inc., excelling in operations management and team development. Proven track record in enhancing inventory processes and reducing shrink through effective problem resolution. Adept at fostering collaboration and driving results, ensuring operational excellence in fast-paced environments. Strong communicator and dedicated team player.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Salary Management

Walmart Inc.
Cottage Grove, OR
11.2012 - 07.2025

Salary Management at Walmart

leads, trains, and develops teams, ensuring operational excellence in stocking, merchandising, and getting store business ready before doors open in the morning.

  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

General Merchandiser

Coke Cola
Lane County, Oregon
05.2005 - 09.2012

Secured enhanced product placement through effective communication with store management.

Traveled between locations to construct displays, arrange promotional materials, and oversee backstock.

  • Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stock discrepancies.
  • Developed promotional displays that aligned with seasonal campaigns, boosting foot traffic and sales revenue.
  • Kept sales floor clean, neat, and well-stocked for customers, helping to drive consistent sales with professional arrangements.
  • Managed store layouts by placing in-demand products in areas visible to customers to maximize sales.

Warehouse Manager

Stronglite Inc.
Salt Lake City, UT
06.1997 - 03.2005
  • I supervised, mentored and developed hourly associates, including hiring, training, I oversaw daily operations for assigned GM departments, implementing action plans for inventory, replenishment, and merchandising.
  • Responsibilities included, touring stores and providing feedback, communicating and collaborating with all levels of associates. Major focus put on safety and reducing shrink.
  • Coordinated logistics and shipping processes, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.

Education

Sales, Merchandising, P&L, Team Building

Walmart Academy
Boise, ID
03.2021

Skills

Leadership and team building

Problem resolution

Operations management

Team player

Timeline

Salary Management

Walmart Inc.
11.2012 - 07.2025

General Merchandiser

Coke Cola
05.2005 - 09.2012

Warehouse Manager

Stronglite Inc.
06.1997 - 03.2005

Sales, Merchandising, P&L, Team Building

Walmart Academy
Nathan Cook