Creative professional specializing in visual merchandising and display design, recognized for high productivity and efficiency. Expertise in spatial planning, color theory, and trend forecasting drives successful project outcomes. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Work History
Merchandiser
ProLife
, Auckland
2024 - 2025
Managed stock by receipting and ordering inventory efficiently.
Maintained high hygiene standards through regular bin cleaning practices.
Supported sales initiatives by ensuring adequate floor stock availability.
Monitored shelf levels of grocery brands to optimize product placement.
Cultivated positive business relationships with store personnel for enhanced collaboration.
Merchandiser
Twin Agencies
Auckland
2023 - 2024
Set up displays and store promotions, restocked shelves, rotated stock, and took orders from sales representatives to optimize product visibility.
Communicated consistently with sales representatives, providing feedback on instore trends and stock shortages while relaying store manager inquiries.
Organized workflow to maintain efficiency and ensure timely completion of daily responsibilities.
Executed critical thinking and experimentation to maximize productivity during store visits.
Route
Twin Agencies
Auckland
2022 - 2024
Managing the Route Account involving a large variety of customers including smaller independents, food services and larger retailers like (Mitre10 Mega and The Warehouse) and distributors.
Understanding the demands of the role, optimising the range, positioning relationships between Twin brands and the retailer, always looking for improvements.
Cultivated new partnerships to strengthen market presence.
Excellent Organisational and planning skills, balancing working hours while still merchandising Woolworths (previously Countdown) stores.
Showcased proficient communication skills and immaculate self management skills, working mostly independently.
Store Manager
The Corner Kitchen and Bar
Auckland
2023 - 2023
Led a team of 20+ kitchen staff and front of house, ensuring excellent service for all guests and maintaining direct communication with the restaurant owner.
Resolved customer complaints, enforced quality and safety standards, and trained teams to deliver superior customer experiences.
Coordinate the daily front and back of house restaurant operations including the opening and closing of the restaurant.
Organize staff roster and weekly shift schedule.
Facilitated business operations, managed accounts, and liaised with suppliers and product representatives.
Reviewed product quality, researched new suppliers, monitored stock levels and ordered supplies.
Ensure compliance with all sanitation, food hygiene and safety regulations to maintain a good reputation for the restaurant and staff members.
References
Oscar McCallion, Twin Agencies, 021 292 7594, oscar@twiinagencies.co.nz
Alison Wilson, The Corner Kitchen and Bar, 021 247 7397
