Soksaphannarith Ta
College Park,GA
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing store displays and merchandise presentation, notably at Lowes, where I spearheaded visual merchandising and shrink reduction strategies. Skilled in equipment operation and store organization, my approach significantly improved customer engagement and sales floor efficiency. Demonstrates strong marketing knowledge and a results-driven mindset, achieving notable improvements in promotional support and product placement. Very resourceful and can work under a tight deadline. I am also detailed oriented so I pay attention to every little thing that is dealing with the job.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Associate
Lowes
06.2021 - Current
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Operated cardboard balers, forklifts and trash compactors safely.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and restocked shelves, racks and bins.
- Communicated with vendors to answer questions, order samples and resolve issues.
- Created attractive displays to promote items.
- Used pallet jacks to move and position merchandise.
- Built end caps and aisle displays to highlight products and support latest promotions.
- Updated signage and price tags to reflect current sales.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
Loader
Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to Number pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Operated power jacks and forklifts to maneuver products onto load trailers and trucks.
- Performed general support clean-up duties and maintained clean work area by using high-pressure water systems, backhoes, and skid-steers.
- Visually inspected all pallets for deliveries to verify quality and accuracy of shipments.
- Assisted in training new employees to increase team productivity and meet daily targets.
- Assisted in organizing and stocking products in warehouse to support colleagues.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets quickly and safely, managing work load priorities.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
- Operated scanning equipment to track orders and shipments.
- Followed all safety and security protocols to minimize risk of injury.
- Understood and adhered to state and federal regulations controlling warehousing, loading and shipping operations.
- Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
Driver, Warehouse Orders
WORLDPAC
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Head Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Fulfillment Expert
Subaru
03.2013 - 11.2013
- Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Checked packing slips and other documentation to appropriately box items requested by clientele.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
- Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes, and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
Education
Business Administration
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GADutchtown High School
Hampton, GA05.2013
Skills
- Display Setup
- Visual Merchandising
- Shrink Reduction
- Product Rotation
- Equipment Operation
- End cap designs
- Merchandise presentation
- Planogram Execution
- Planograms
- Signage updates
- Color coordination
- Merchandise movements
- Pricing and Signage Updates
- Product placements
- Retail experience
- Store Organization
- Promotional support
- Marketing knowledge
Timeline
Merchandise Associate
Lowes
06.2021 - Current
Loader
Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
12.2017 - 12.2018
Driver, Warehouse Orders
WORLDPAC
04.2016 - 09.2017
Head Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
04.2014 - 11.2014
Fulfillment Expert
Subaru
03.2013 - 11.2013
Business Administration
Gordon State College
Dutchtown High School