Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

SARAH TUCKTA

Madras,OR

Summary

Imaginative merchandising manager able to build creative displays to promote products. Grow sales with inventive, themed in-store and window arrangements. Coordinated promotions in close collaboration with other management and sales staff. Deliver consistent and professional work for every assignment. Offer 4+ years in retail industry environments and top-notch abilities in merchandising and operations. Reliable and punctual able to handle fast-paced retail/stocking/management work. Proven willingness to take on any task to support the team and help the business succeed. Offer strong leadership and merchandising abilities. Efficient and professional with a self-motivated, dependable nature. Help day-to-day operations by performing change overs and stocking within the store. Focused on helping the business achieve short- and long-term goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

STOCKER

DOLLAR GENERAL
05.2020 - Current
  • Make arraignments with descriptive signs and attractive displays
  • Stock merchandise, paying close attention to dates on products
  • Assist customers answering any questions and offering help
  • Building and changing end caps
  • Complete resets of different departments upon request from supervisor

Operations Manager

Loves Travel Stops
02.2021 - 03.2024
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
  • Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.

Merchandise Manager

Dollar Tree
07.2017 - 05.2020
  • Optimized placement based on consultations with store manager, buyers and sales associates
  • Established milestones for stocking crew and monitored performance
  • Organized and coordinated work for 8+ team members
  • Served customers by going above-and-beyond to offer exceptional support for all needs
  • Oversaw employee schedules, including making and preparing for interviews each week
  • Worked effectively with diverse team to accomplish daily objectives and meet long-term goals
  • Developed solid relationships with staff, customers, and vendors
  • Trained new team members in stocking, cashiering and ways to exceed performance expectations
  • Contributed to effective decision-making with detailed reports on daily operations
  • Managed daily workloads by organizing effective schedules and delegating tasks
  • Approached and solved work problems with initiative and knowledge of retail operations
  • Optimized placement based on consultations with store managers, buyers and sales associates
  • Completed arrangements with descriptive signs, attractive fixtures and backdrops
  • Met organizational requirements by correctly rotating stock, facing products, and building attractive displays
  • Worked directly with vendors to obtain contract-allowable refunds for damaged or defective items
  • Maintained stockroom compliance with safety requirements by keeping areas and equipment clean and in good working order
  • Minimized shrinkage by identifying and closing loopholes in merchandise access and distribution
  • Optimized stock management by liaising between vendors and managers to resolve product and delivery issues
  • Unloaded incoming trucks, working closely with team members to quickly process trucks

HOUSEKEEPER

MOTEL 6
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Clean motel rooms
  • Wash and fold laundry
  • Clean work areas, restock work materials
  • Removed soiled sheets and towels and replaced with fresh items
  • Deep cleaned appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, and washers regularly
  • Satisfied building users by meeting strict cleaning standards with every job
  • Kept common building areas spotless by completing multiple inspections each day and immediately handling any problems

HOUSE KEEPER

NVHG OR HOTEL OPERATOR LLC
06.2015 - 03.2016
  • Restored vacated properties to professional state with thorough cleanings
  • Kept common building areas spotless by completing multiple inspections each day and immediately handling any problems
  • Left every residence with a professional appearance by making beds with clean lines and attractive pillow arrangements
  • Kept bathrooms fresh and clean with regular wipedowns, trash collection, and supply restocking
  • Maintained neat and orderly personal spaces by replacing items such as books and remotes in proper places
  • Deep cleaned appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, and washers regularly

Parts Expiditer

PCC Structurals
03.2024 - Current

Education

Associate - Criminal Justice

COCC
Bend, OR

Skills

  • Promotional planning
  • Staff training
  • Visual merchandising
  • Task prioritization
  • Display building
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership
  • Multi Tasking

Timeline

Parts Expiditer

PCC Structurals
03.2024 - Current

Operations Manager

Loves Travel Stops
02.2021 - 03.2024

STOCKER

DOLLAR GENERAL
05.2020 - Current

Merchandise Manager

Dollar Tree
07.2017 - 05.2020

HOUSEKEEPER

MOTEL 6
03.2016 - 07.2017

HOUSE KEEPER

NVHG OR HOTEL OPERATOR LLC
06.2015 - 03.2016

Associate - Criminal Justice

COCC

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
SARAH TUCKTA