Rachel Vess
Dover
Summary
Experienced Retail Merchandiser with over 25 years in the industry, skilled in developing visual displays that drive sales and enhance customer engagement. Expertise in strategic product placement across diverse retail environments, balancing commercial objectives with customer needs. Proven ability to generate innovative ideas that align with business goals and elevate brand presence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-employed Stylist
Self Employed Services
Dover
08.2004 - Current
- Consulted with clients to understand their individual style needs and goals.
- Styled clients' hair according to their preferences and current trends.
- Recommended hair care products to enhance client satisfaction and upkeep.
Assistant Manager
Sport Clips
Russellville
08.2018 - 01.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient team performance.
- Coordinated scheduling to optimize staff coverage during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Conducted regular team meetings to communicate goals and updates effectively.
Salon Manager
SmartStyle
Clarksville
01.2008 - 03.2020
- Led a team of stylists, providing training and mentoring for skill development.
- Managed daily operations of the salon to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Coordinated schedules and appointments for efficient client service management.
Salon Manager/Stylist
SmartStyle
Clarksville
09.2017 - 03.2018
Kellogg Group Merchandising- Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Analyzed customer shopping habits, identifying actionable insights to drive sales growth.
- Monitored customer feedback on product availability, quality, and pricing to inform inventory decisions.
- Used mobile technology to enhance daily operations. to perform daily job tasks efficiently.
Spar Strategic Merchandising-Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Displayed products to drive sales, using knowledge of consumer and market trends.
- Reorganized sales floor to promote sales, displaying high demand products in prime locations.
- Participated in weekly meetings with store managers to discuss upcoming promotions.
Lawrence Merchandising-Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance product visibility and customer engagement.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain optimal inventory levels and streamline ordering processes.
- Rotated products from stockroom out to department sales floor according to seasonal plans, promotional schedules, and style rotation plan.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate merchandise for their needs.
Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Conducted market research to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
- Analyzed product placement to enhance visual appeal in retail spaces.
- Organized inventory for timely restocking and efficient sales processes.
Nuclear Outage Labor
LiUNA 107
Russellville
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with LiUNA contract labor team to execute critical tasks during nuclear outage at ANO.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Proposed and implemented innovative ideas to improve team performance and achieve project goals.
- Fostered teamwork to address challenges and enhance productivity. with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Construction Laborer
Tradesmen International-Van Horn Construction
Clarksville
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Executed subcontracted labor for general construction projects, contributing to successful completion of Clarksville Water Treatment Center project.
- Supported skilled tradespeople on construction sites with various construction tasks on job sites.
- Operated power tools and equipment safely to complete assigned duties.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
Self- Emplyeed Stylist and product merchandiser
RayRays SoSweet Salon & Boutique
01.2005 - 01.2015
Merchandising Coordinator
TJ Maxx
01.2010 - 01.2011
Education
ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training
CDL ACADEMY
Ft Smith , AR 01.2024 - 03.2024
GED -
Arkansas High School
Business management
University of Arkansas Communiny College at Morrilton
Cosmetology
Margaret's Hair Academy
Skills
- Styling techniques
- Creative styling
- Advanced coloring
- Trend analysis
- Product recommendations
- Client consultations
- Customer consultation
- Client relationship management
- Client retention
- Salon organization
- Salon aesthetics
- Social media marketing
- Inventory management
- Administrative tasks
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability
- Relationship building
- Personal branding
Certification
Cosmetology, 06/01/05, Present
Qualifications
- Monitoring and replenishing product display areas in line with company plans while ensuring they are stocked, rotated, clean, and looking their best.
- Experience in delivering store specific planning across multiple retail sites.
- Clear focus on high quality, performance, and business profit.
- Possesses valid Arkansas Drivers license and current insurance and willing to travel.
- Promoting products to significantly increase sales and customer interest.
- Monitoring stock levels and reviewing product performance in order to identify current and future trading opportunities.
- Completing all paperwork and administrative tasks as required.
Additional Information
Team Player, High energy levels, Proactive, Detail oriented, Relationship building
Areas Of Expertise
- Monitoring and replenishing product display areas in line with company plans while ensuring they are stocked, rotated, clean, and looking their best.
- Experience in delivering store specific planning across multiple retail sites.
- Clear focus on high quality, performance, and business profit.
- Possesses valid Arkansas Drivers license and current insurance and willing to travel.
- Promoting products to significantly increase sales and customer interest.
- Monitoring stock levels and reviewing product performance in order to identify current and future trading opportunities.
- Completing all paperwork and administrative tasks as required.
Personal Information
- Monitoring and replenishing product display areas in line with company plans while ensuring they are stocked, rotated, clean, and looking their best.
- Experience in delivering store specific planning across multiple retail sites.
- Clear focus on high quality, performance, and business profit.
- Possesses valid Arkansas Drivers license and current insurance and willing to travel.
- Promoting products to significantly increase sales and customer interest.
- Monitoring stock levels and reviewing product performance in order to identify current and future trading opportunities.
- Completing all paperwork and administrative tasks as required.
Timeline
ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training
CDL ACADEMY
01.2024 - 03.2024
Assistant Manager
Sport Clips
08.2018 - 01.2024
Salon Manager/Stylist
SmartStyle
09.2017 - 03.2018
Nuclear Outage Labor
LiUNA 107
09.2015 - 04.2016
Construction Laborer
Tradesmen International-Van Horn Construction
05.2015 - 09.2015
Kellogg Group Merchandising- Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
Spar Strategic Merchandising-Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
Lawrence Merchandising-Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
Retail Merchandiser
The InStore Group
01.2015 - 09.2016
Merchandising Coordinator
TJ Maxx
01.2010 - 01.2011
Salon Manager
SmartStyle
01.2008 - 03.2020
Self- Emplyeed Stylist and product merchandiser
RayRays SoSweet Salon & Boutique
01.2005 - 01.2015
Self-employed Stylist
Self Employed Services
08.2004 - Current
GED -
Arkansas High School
Business management
University of Arkansas Communiny College at Morrilton
Cosmetology
Margaret's Hair Academy