R. Clay Middleton
Tampa,FL
Summary
Merchandising professional with proven track record in optimizing product displays and inventory management to drive sales. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving results. Skilled in visual merchandising, market analysis, and customer engagement. Known for reliability and results-driven approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits
07.2024 - Current
- Built and maintained lobby displays to ensure proper product placement as well as brand image.
- Helped manage inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
Team Leader/ Catering Sales Manager
BOLAY Fresh Bold Kitchen
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed a staff of 35 team members, created a positive work culture, managed food cost/ profit loss, payroll, and provided training for new hires
- Highest sales in the company for 2022 and 2023
- Decreased food cost by 7%
- Increased catering sales by 20%
- Increased online customer communication by 22% and customer delight by 10%
Marketing Manager
Palm Beach Atlantic University
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed a staff of 25 people while fostering a positive and inclusive gym culture, equipment maintenance, organization of athletic events, created a stronger social media presence, and providing guidance to members
- Increased online presence and following
- Created contests to foster a community
- Helped sell and create accounts for new members
Franchise Intern
Sloan's Ice Cream
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with the franchise director to adapt and implement daily operational changes in response to evolving COVID-19 guidelines and corporate policies
- Supported the implementation of innovative solutions, contributing to the franchise's efficiency and resilience
- Market research and analysis
- New location research and development
- Cost analysis and improvement
Marketing Intern
Bank of America
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Assisted Denise Ehrich, Southeast Marketing Executive, in the creation of a celebration for the graduating seniors of the Boys and Girls Club through a donation from Bank of America
- Created an interactive and inviting program for graduating seniors
- Provided cost analysis for gift bags
- Organized guest list and event seating
Education
No Degree - Marketing
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Palm Beach, FLSkills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Goal oriented
- Customer service
Timeline
Merchandiser
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits
07.2024 - Current
Team Leader/ Catering Sales Manager
BOLAY Fresh Bold Kitchen
08.2022 - 08.2023
Franchise Intern
Sloan's Ice Cream
05.2020 - 08.2020
Marketing Manager
Palm Beach Atlantic University
05.2019 - 08.2022
Marketing Intern
Bank of America
02.2017 - 04.2017
No Degree - Marketing
Palm Beach Atlantic University
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