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Overview
Work History
Education
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Rita Willcox

Ashburton

Summary

Driven Merchandiser with a proven track record at Storelink, enhancing product visibility and sales through expert space planning and visual merchandising. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration, alongside adaptability, to boost display effectiveness by over 30%. Specializes in strategic promotional planning and inventory management, ensuring customer satisfaction and store success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

Ewing Poultry
10.2023 - 03.2024

Same as Storelink but doing just the eggs.

Merchandiser

Storelink
09.2020 - 03.2024
  • 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.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • 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.
  • Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
  • Monitored competitor activity, adapting strategies to maintain competitive advantage.

Education

School Certificate -

Tauhara College
Taupo, NZ

Skills

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Stock Rotation
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Maintaining stock levels
  • Stock replenishment
  • Active listener
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Vendor Relations
  • Product inventory counts
  • Markdown procedures
  • Space Planning
  • Promotional planning
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Product Knowledge
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Clear Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Laptop and Mobile Device Use
  • Decision-Making
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Relationship Building
  • New Display Creation
  • Active Listening
  • Display building
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Merchandiser

Ewing Poultry
10.2023 - 03.2024

Merchandiser

Storelink
09.2020 - 03.2024

School Certificate -

Tauhara College
Rita Willcox