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Robert Miller

Blaine,MN

Summary

Detail-oriented visual merchandising expert known for exceptional organizational and multitasking skills. Successfully managed seasonal merchandising projects, ensuring compliance with visual standards while creating visually appealing store environments that drive customer interest.

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Works Employee

City of Champlin
Champlin, MN
04.2014 - 09.2025

Seasonal projects including grass cutting,weed whipping and other outdoor projects in the parks and other projects as needed.

This was a 67-100 days per season employment schedule.

Senior Visual Merchandising Manager

JCPenney Department Store
Michigan City, IN,Chicago Il,Green Bay WI,Minn.MN
04.1972 - 09.2008
  • Developed and implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance store presentation and customer engagement.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing seasonal merchandising plans aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Mentored junior staff on best practices in visual merchandising, enhancing team performance and skill development.
  • Designed innovative store layouts that improved customer flow and increased average transaction value through strategic placements.
  • Conducted regular training sessions on visual standards and compliance, ensuring consistency across all store locations.
  • Enhanced customer experience by creating visually appealing store layouts and incorporating interactive elements.
  • Led the successful execution of seasonal floor sets, ensuring timely completion and seamless transitions between themes.
  • Oversaw the installation of window displays, consistently attracting foot traffic and generating interest in featured products.
  • Regularly communicated with store managers to address any concerns related to product presentation or layout adjustments in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular store visits to assess compliance with corporate visual standards, providing constructive feedback for improvement when necessary.
  • Managed budgets for display materials, carefully balancing cost-saving measures with aesthetic appeal requirements.
  • Oversaw visual merchandising for new store openings and store collateral change-outs.
  • Communicated visual merchandising information and standards via in-store training and regular meetings.
  • Helped stores adapt spaces to accommodate merchandise within spatial constraints and inventory storage availability.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
  • Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at [Number] locations by following established planograms.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance and repair of displays for longevity.
  • Utilized paper, fabric and props to create displays.

Education

No Degree -

Loras College
Dubuque, IA

High School Diploma -

St Marys High School
Michigan City, IN
06-1966

No Degree -

Indiana University, South Bend
South Bend, IN

No Degree -

Butler University
Indianapolis, IN

No Degree -

Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN

Skills

  • Space planning
  • Fixture selection
  • Seasonal displays
  • Window displays
  • Planogram resets
  • Color theory
  • Store layout design
  • Visual merchandising oversight
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Hand and power tool operation

Timeline

Public Works Employee

City of Champlin
04.2014 - 09.2025

Senior Visual Merchandising Manager

JCPenney Department Store
04.1972 - 09.2008

No Degree -

Loras College

High School Diploma -

St Marys High School

No Degree -

Indiana University, South Bend

No Degree -

Butler University

No Degree -

Valparaiso University