SCOTT TOVAR

General Merchandising Associate

HEB Grocery Store

04.2023 - Current

Monitored inventory changes and ordered replenishments for stock to support customer demand.
Worked closely with individual customers to identify unique needs and supply appropriate products.
Maintained integrity of units and accuracy of pricing to minimize waste.
Prioritized tasks and schedule to meet with buyers and managers at other stores.
Regularly checked top-selling merchandise lists and worked with managers to promote merchandise of interest to optimize sales.
Educated customers on promotional events and monitored inventory for events to improve overall experiences.
Trained and managed merchandising associates to uphold company standards in customer service and product information.
Oversaw receiving and display of incoming products, meeting planned promotions and seasonal rotation for sales events.
Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
Tracked accumulated hours and dollar amounts charged to each client job to calculate client fees for professional services such as legal or accounting services.
Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections.
Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
Partnered with merchandising team to create and implement profitable pricing strategies.
Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
Collected, analyzed and modeled sales trends and customer preferences data to inform inventory development decisions.