Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Samuel Kane

Ypsilanti,MI

Summary

As a Merchandiser, effectively managed product displays, inventory, and sales strategies to optimize profits. Leveraged understanding of customer behavior and market trends to inform decisions on product selection, placement, and pricing. Enhanced customer engagement and satisfaction through strategic product arrangement and promotion, driving sales and customer loyalty. Utilized strong analytical skills to forecast sales and monitor performance, maintaining visually appealing and impactful product displays.

Collaborated successfully with suppliers, store management, and marketing teams to align efforts and achieve business goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Merchandise Associate

The Home Depot Inc
03.2019 - Current
  • Utilized extensive understanding of customer behavior and Home Depot's guidelines to curate engaging and effective product displays.
  • Managed and maintained optimal inventory levels, preventing stock shortages and ensuring high-demand items were consistently available for Home Depot's diverse customer base.
  • Assisted Home Depot customers with product inquiries and selections, promoting high levels of customer satisfaction and contributing to the company's distinguished reputation for excellent customer service.
  • Precisely implemented Home Depot's planograms to optimize product positioning and visibility, resulting in increased sales.
  • Collaborated closely with Home Depot management, team members, vendors, and suppliers to align efforts and improve store performance.
  • Upheld Home Depot's high standards for store cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and pleasant shopping environment for all customers. Reporting and Analysis: Conducted regular reports on product performance, customer feedback, and competitor activity within the home improvement sector, providing valuable data to inform Home Depot's strategic adjustments.

Warehouse Associate

Delaware North
06.2018 - 02.2019
  • Oversee inventory operations within the warehouse, including receiving, storing, and dispatching merchandise for Detroit Team Stores. Ensure optimal stock levels and organization for efficient operation.
  • Safely and efficiently handle merchandise, including loading and unloading, ensuring that all products reach their destination within the arena in excellent condition
  • Compliance and Safety: Adhere to Delaware North's safety protocols and guidelines, maintain a clean and hazard-free work environment, and comply with all relevant regulations and standards

Cashier Team Lead

Total Health Foods
11.2015 - 07.2018
  • Accurately processed customer transactions, handled cash, and provided exceptional customer service, including answering product-related queries and maintaining a customer-centric approach.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order in the checkout area, participated in inventory activities, and assisted in restocking shelves and store merchandising as required.
  • Worked effectively with the Total Health Foods team to achieve store objectives, addressed customer issues, and contributed to a positive work environment. Gained experience in customer service, honed basic math skills, and developed an interest in health foods.

Store Associate

TJX Companies
03.2015 - 11.2016
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management And Logistics

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2023

Associate of Arts - Supply Chain Management And Logistics

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
04.2019

Skills

  • End Cap Designs
  • Restocking Processes
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Property Inventory Storage and Tracking
  • Merchandise Presentation Standards
  • Educate the Sales Staff
  • Statistical Data
  • Planograms
  • Merchandise Arrangements
  • Pallet Arrangement
  • Security Standards
  • Consumer Trends
  • Hand Scanners
  • Microsoft Office (Especially Excel)

Certification

  • Licensed Certified Logistics Technician - October 2015
  • Licensed Certified Logistics Associate - May 2016

Timeline

Merchandise Associate

The Home Depot Inc
03.2019 - Current

Warehouse Associate

Delaware North
06.2018 - 02.2019

Cashier Team Lead

Total Health Foods
11.2015 - 07.2018

Store Associate

TJX Companies
03.2015 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management And Logistics

Eastern Michigan University

Associate of Arts - Supply Chain Management And Logistics

Henry Ford College
Samuel Kane