Westen Behymer
Macomb,IL
Summary
Dynamic and reliable Merchandiser with a proven track record at PepsiCo, enhancing store appearance and boosting sales through effective merchandising strategies. Skilled in stock rotation and pricing, while fostering a friendly shopping environment. Trained new team members, ensuring adherence to best practices and elevating customer service standards.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
PepsiCo
Macomb, IL
07.2024 - 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.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
- Maximized floor space utilization by rearranging fixtures according to changing business needs and customer traffic patterns.
- Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
Dairy Clerk
HyVee Foods
Macomb, IL
2022 - 2023
- Trained new dairy clerks on rotation systems, product management and customer service.
- Supported store reputation for quality by adhering to strict food safety guidelines during daily operations.
- Stayed current with present, seasonal and special promotions.
- Restocked cases with new merchandise and removed expired items for proper disposal.
- Redesigned refrigerator displays and rotation systems for Number dairy products.
- Delegated tasks and gave direction to team of Number employees within dairy department.
- Checked department signage and confirmed proper pricing, making sure sale items accurate.
- Identified unsafe conditions and notified store management for correction.
- Adhered to food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Handled large dairy section by maintaining section cleanliness, product rotation and displays.
- Reported product ordering and shipping discrepancies to department manager.
Education
Nursing
Spoon River Community College
Macomb, IL05.2026
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Active listener
- Physically Able
- Store maintenance
Timeline
Merchandiser
PepsiCo
07.2024 - Current
Dairy Clerk
HyVee Foods
2022 - 2023
Nursing
Spoon River Community College