Riley Rayhab
Nashville,TN
Summary
Seeking to expand knowledge in the wholesale industry for wine and liquor distribution and further career in the industry.
Skilled in unloading trucks, moving merchandise and stocking shelves. Enthusiastic, positive and dedicated professional proficient in correct procedures for stocking and rotating merchandise. Physically fit and active.
Devoted Merchandiser knowledgeable about products and eye-catching display strategies. Organized, hardworking and focused on driving sales through optimized merchandising. Proven success in planning and multitasking to accomplish challenging targets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchandiser
Empire Distributors Of Tennessee
Nashville, TN
02.2022 - Current
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
- Collaborated with store managers to devise store layouts and establish aesthetic appeal.
Merchandising Manager
West Meade Wine & Liquor Store
Nashville, TN
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Responsible for organizing inventory, building and stocking shelves for merchandise displays, and managing stock where space limitations exist in order to maximize profitable brands
- Assist customers with product recommendations.
Restaurant, Asst Manager
Pizza Perfect
Nashville, TN
01.2015 - 08.2021
- Shift manager to oversee a team of eight plus individuals
- Responsible for training new team members in food safety, operations and culinary tasks
- Inventory management as a shared responsibility with store manager and owner.
Education
College Education -
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TNHigh School Education -
Home Life Academy
06.2017
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock Rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Retail knowledge
- Merchandise planning
- Visual Merchandising
- Active listener
- Window displays
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Product Knowledge
Certification
Certified Responsible Vendors License, 11/2021, TN Wine & Spirits Retailer Association
Wholesale Employee Permit, Active, Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission
References
- Mr. Al Proctor, General Manager, West Meade Wine & Liquor Store
- Mr. Amir Arab, Owner, Pizza Perfect LLC
- Mr. Paul Patel, Owner, Midtown Corkdorks Wine and Spirits
Timeline
Merchandiser
Empire Distributors Of Tennessee
02.2022 - Current
Merchandising Manager
West Meade Wine & Liquor Store
08.2021 - 02.2022
Restaurant, Asst Manager
Pizza Perfect
01.2015 - 08.2021
College Education -
Nashville State Community College
High School Education -
Home Life Academy