Sally Lear
Premium Retail Services Inc
PORTORANGE,FL
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience
Results-driven Merchandising Specialist with proven expertise in team leadership, attention to detail and strong communication skills. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and driving customer & employee satisfaction to optimize market growth .
Work History
Merchandising Specialist / Zone Leader & Trainer
3 Years 10 Months- Provided merchandising support within 75 mile radius of home location,
- Trained new hire representatives & re-trained representatives as needed.
- Team lead in multi team member tasks, coordinating & leading through to satisfactory completion.
- Participated in corporate field days.
- Prepared accounts for corporate walk throughs.
- Experienced in IRed, Clobiotics & Neilsen applications.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandising compliance to uphold brand standards across retail locations.
- Trained and mentored new team members on best practices for visual merchandising and product management.
- Implemented planogram updates, ensuring products were displayed according to company guidelines for maximum exposure.
- Arranged merchandise in alignment with store planogram.
- Reduced shrinkage rates by conducting thorough inventory checks and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Achieved consistent store appearance through meticulous attention to detail while arranging product displays and maintaining visual standards.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders such as buyers, warehouse staff, and vendors to streamline the merchandising process.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Director of Food & Nutrition Services
31 Years 2 Months- Led strategic development of nutrition programs enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards ensuring food safety and quality.
- Directed staff training initiatives improving team performance and service delivery.
- Implemented cost-control measures optimizing budget allocations across departments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design evidence-based meal plans.
- Established vendor partnerships negotiating contracts for quality supplies at competitive rates.
- Streamlined operations to increase efficiency, resulting in timely meal service and improved guest experience.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, reducing spoilage rates while maintaining adequate stock levels for daily operations.
- Coordinated special events and banquets seamlessly, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Partnered with local organizations to develop community outreach programs focused on nutrition education and wellness promotion.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent supply of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Improved customer satisfaction by implementing innovative menu options and quality control measures.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, optimizing food costs and minimizing waste.
- Enhanced employee retention through comprehensive training programs and professional development opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Skills
Effective communication
Decision-making
Time management
Attention to detail
Relationship building
Data analysis tools
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking
Vendor relations
Excellent communication
Accomplishments
- Led merchandising teams at 25+ retail stores annually.
- Resolved corporate client issues..
Certification
- Neilsen Training
- Clobiotics
- IRed
- Kendra Scott
Timeline
Merchandising Specialist / Zone Leader & Trainer
Premium Retail Services Inc
12.2022 - CurrentRead More
Director of Food & Nutrition Services
Morrison Healthcare Management
06.1991 - 08.2022Read More
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science from Marketing
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