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Experience Experience

Phoenix, AZ

General Merchandise Clerk

Phoenix, AZ

Bogan Group

Phoenix, AZ

General Merchandise Clerk

Assist in carrying out groceries or checking
Providing assistance by responding to customer questions in an effective and efficient manner
Check Health and Beauty Care dates; make sure merchandise is properly rotated
Provide good customer and associate relations
Greet customers and assist them in finding products
Make a clean, neat, and friendly impression on customers
Working on all daily back stock in assigned area

Phoenix, AZ

Clothing & General Merchandise Department Manager

Phoenix, AZ

Kertzmann-Lueilwitz

Phoenix, AZ

Clothing & General Merchandise Department Manager

Manage implementation and integration of new initiatives to achieve project goals
‘Living the Brand’ : Personal leadership and attitude to work i.e. ‘the difference’
Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
Minimize and manage shrinkage
Passion for the Customer – establish lifelong relationships with our customers
Ensure shopkeeping disciplines are continuously in place
Maximise promotions and special events

present

Houston, TX

General Merchandise Team Leader

Houston, TX

Monahan-Lebsack

present

Houston, TX

General Merchandise Team Leader

present

Assisting in the selection, indoctrination, training and development of departmental personnel, utilizing division training programs
Being familiar with and working within framework of the stores
Planning and carrying out in-store promotions and interdepartmental tie-ins to maximize sales and create a selling atmosphere
Align work with strategic goals
Developing and implementing plans for achieving departmental objectives and business plans
Keeping Store Manager informed of all activities within own area of responsibility
Work within approved budget

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

The University of Alabama

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Skills Skills

Attention to detail
Building talent
Understanding of stock management
Innate awareness of clothing and home retail trends
Computer literacy
Decisiveness
Action orientation
Team leadership
Experience in a Leadership/Management role essential
Persuading and influencing

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Senior VP, General Merchandise Management Resume Examples & Samples

Post-secondary degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
15+ years experience in designer/luxury buying and product development, across all fashion commodities
7+ years leading a business unit or enterprise-wide strategy
A team player who is able to act as both a leader and an individual contributor as required
Proven track record in identifying and maximizing market opportunities, implementing company vision and ensuring positive business results
Product development and sourcing experience in high-end quality product
Proven track record in optimizing market trends and leveraging new opportunities
Passionate about fashion and luxury retailing

General Merchandise Winter Intern Resume Examples & Samples

Gather and execute all marketing forms, images & samples
Execute all promotional pricing forms
Collect data and perform analysis to support decisions on assortment, promotions and space management as needed
Track and report on seasonal weather pattern to identify A/C sales opportunities
Maintain BJS.com inventory levels/OH with drop vendors
Resolve Member Care issues
Present in all vendor meetings

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

A minimum of 8 years of business management experience with emphasis on product management including product planning, pricing, market positioning, and development
Requires technical aptitude, knowledge of product management principles, product development, knowledge of manufacturing processes, and familiarity of cost targeting and material management
Must be capable of dynamic product evaluation and an understanding of the Harley-Davidson marketplace, the motorcycle industry, and the ability to translate that understanding into a strategic product line vision
Requires attending retail and industry trade shows to understand customer requirements, expectations, and trends in the marketplace
Must have demonstrated ability to understand and translate customer insights onto actionable product plans
Must be skilled at examining and leading change regarding internal processes and systems to continuously enhance the ability to bring the right products to market
Must demonstrate effective leadership within own department and across broad parts of the organization where there may be little or no formal authority

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Ability to set priorities, streamline processes, foster cohesion and provide motivation among team
Project management/organization skills, time management skills, and meeting planning skills required
Must have pattern making ability and solid knowledge of garment construction in addition to fit
Business acumen and capability to analyze and translate data to inform fit direction and standards
Ability to make focused decisions based on Brand integrity and company goals
Ability to handle managerial issues (i.e. career development, performance management)
Strong working knowledge of PLM, preferably Flex
Effectively manage a team
International travel is required
Strong computer skills- Illustrator, Microsoft Office, pattern making software

Assistant Director, General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Compile and analyze retail sales for assigned categories, comparing the results against college industry related trends, and taking the necessary measures to ensure meeting or exceeding industry performance standards
Responsible for supervision, leadership and the financial performance of all non-book related product categories
Responsible for financial growth of the General Merchandise Department
Oversee and ensure that the proper merchandise selection and assortments are always made available, consistent within targeted and approved open-to-buy budgets
Establish sales goals and budget plans to maximize sales, GMROI
Responsible for pricing strategy, sales, and expense forecasting, order placement, reorders and appropriate usage of the University of Arizona trademark logos
Establish effective working relationships with vendors, business partners, customers and staff
Develops and schedules program work plans in accordance with specifications and funding limitations; oversees daily operations of each assigned department
Attend trade shows and buying conferences
Uphold, safeguard, and promote the UA BookStores’ core values and philosophy
Master’s degree in Business, Retail Management or other related field AND three years administrative/management experience; OR, Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management or other related field AND four years administrative/management experience; OR, Eight years of progressively responsible administrative/management experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education
Able to work some nights and weekends for special events
Master’s degree in related field and seven years of retail experience, with an emphasis on financial analysis
Knowledge of purchasing practices
Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles as well as proper hiring regulations

Grocery General Merchandise Clerk Resume Examples & Samples

Adhere to all local, state, federal laws, safety and food safety regulations, and Company guidelines
Inform customers of Grocery GM specials
Recommend Grocery GM items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need
Review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action
Execute CAO and Key Retailing Programs and maintain sales floor and backroom standards
Perform Price Changes and ensure overall price integrity
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and lift/carry objects up to 50 pounds throughout shift
Operate equipment safely and efficiently
Report all safety risks or issues, customer or employee accidents and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
18 years of age

General Merchandise Online Trading Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Experience working in retail trading or a strong understanding of how it functions
An understanding of the online retail market and how it is evolving to identify opportunities and challenges
Awareness of how a product is represented through an online proposition
Customer focused to improve the customer journey
A keen eye for detail both with quantitative and qualitative data - accurate, diligent, numerate
Initiative & self-motivation - ability to identify problems and implement appropriate solutions
Ability to work well as part of a team under pressure
Building great working relationships with colleagues across different teams

General Merchandise Clerk Resume Examples & Samples

Stock General Merchandise items in a safe, neat, efficient, orderly manner
Check Health and Beauty Care dates; make sure merchandise is properly rotated
Keep sales areas, backrooms, and coolers clean and well organized
Order assigned sections to insure proper inventory levels
Keep carts, jacks, and supplies in their designated areas
Sort, label, and prepare merchandise for stocking
Block or face shelving as it is stocked
Provide good customer and associate relations
Make a clean, neat, and friendly impression on customers
Greet customers and assist them in finding products
Assist in carrying out groceries or checking
Able to effectively communicate with customers and associates
Able to calmly, courteously, and tactfully handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers
Available and able to perform stock clerk duties and customer service duties

General Merchandise Department Manager Back-up Resume Examples & Samples

Assist the Department Manager in organizing work, training employees to consistently provide customers with prompt, courteous service
Respond promptly, tactfully, calmly, courteously, and professionally to customer or associate comments, complaints, requests, and questions
Use Computer Assisted Ordering to manage ordering appropriate quantities of merchandise and supplies, and proper accounting of product received and balance on hand
Perform and direct others in pricing and displaying of merchandise. Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity, quality and proper space allocation for merchandise
Coach and train associates on effective, productive merchandising techniques, customer services, product presentation, and promotional activities
Communicate and interact with employees and customers to provide a positive impression
Maintain equipment and facilities properly and safely in accordance with company policies and procedures. Maintain floor, shelf and general merchandise areas clean and up to sanitary standards
Demonstrate aptitude to manage people and organize workloads
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Willing to weekends and holidays
Understand all key components of department operations
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, and safety
Qualified and able to operate power machinery and work with various job tools
Possess abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising and customer services related to sale of merchandise
Grocery retail work experience and/or backup manager experience

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Demonstrate teamwork to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant working and shopping environment
Effectively communicate with customers and respond to questions and requests in a timely manner
Determine priorities and develop daily/weekly work plans based on sales projections and budgeted labor goals; adjust labor to meet anticipated customer volume
Operate equipment (box cutter, cart, fork lift and calculator) according to company guidelines
Communicate with store director concerning department’s ongoing status
Implement/maintain coordinated, aggressive and creative merchandising plans
Monitor mix of demand and profit items, shelf allocation, variety, movement and stock levels to order, merchandise and meet sales/gross profit goals; collaborate with vendors on space allocation, displays, deal buying, and follow through on product quality issues and credits
Ensure product quality, presentation and rotation; assist with stocking/building displays
Supervise, coach and train associates; communicate tasks/priorities; follow up to ensure task completion and adherence to store/department policies/procedures; recommend and administer corrective action
Manage receiving, invoicing, pricing, shrink control and inventory to ensure proper product control/meet profit goals; ensure proper product handling
Process invoices; verify credit and transfer slips accuracy and the purchase journal against receiving records
Collaborate with the Pricing department to ensure accurate pricing/signage; monitor price-sensitive items
Conduct/ensure probationary and regular performance reviews are completed
Comply with and reinforce all food safety, sanitation and safety regulations/guidelines/procedures and programs according to company, local, state, and federal health code regulations; identify/correct unsafe conditions and notify store management; follow all store/department policies and procedures
Physical demands include, but are not limited to, frequently reaching, squatting, kneeling, stooping/bending, walking, standing, turning, lifting/carrying objects 5 to 25 lbs., pushing/pulling objects 50 to 200 lbs.; occasionally crawl, climb ladders, walk on uneven ground and lift/carry objects up to 50 lbs
Effective interpersonal, leadership, communication and customer service skills
Ability to read/interpret documents and good math skills

General Merchandise Salesfloor Teammate Resume Examples & Samples

Detail oriented to ensure merchandise is accurately placed in our store
Lift up to 50 pounds when unloading merchandise
High school equivalent reading and math skills

Team Lead, General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Leads the activities of the sales associates in the department according to established guidelines
Assist customers and suggests selection of merchandise
Ensures shelves and other displays are stocked, restocked and maintained according to company standards
Leads and may assist sales associates with processing online orders including but not limited to

Clothing & General Merchandise Department Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level
Experience in a Leadership/Management role essential
Innate awareness of clothing and home retail trends
Ensure departmental sales in line with budgets
Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
Recruit, select, manage and develop people to meet competence requirements
Participate in team to ensure achievement of department and store goals
Manage implementation and integration of new initiatives to achieve project goals
Participate in general store operational duties
Ensure shopkeeping disciplines are continuously in place
Maximise promotions and special events
Ensure timeous replenishment of stock
Implement and monitor all departmental activities
Minimize and manage shrinkage

Clothing & General Merchandise Department Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Should you not meet the non-negotiable requirements and still send an application, your application will NOT be considered
Candidate is to send a copy of their “word formatted” CV
3-4 years’ experience within the Clothing and General Merchandise Environment is a Non Negotiable
Strong/Sound merchant skills
Applicants in existing Department Manager roles will be given preference
A Valid Matric that you have passed (Please send your matric certificate when sending your CV)

General Merchandise Promotions & Analytics Lead Resume Examples & Samples

Work with GMM, DMM’s, and Directors to develop a comprehensive and prioritized list of key reporting/analytics needs. Work within SAP’s Webi environment to create customized reporting that meets all needs as specified. Partner with business owners to ensure all reporting meets visualization requirements
Work with multiple external sources (Nielsen, IRI, NPD) to develop monthly reporting that creates a comprehensive view on the state of the external General Merchandise business. Ensure that reporting adds value by identifying and sizing potential category, region, and assortment gaps
Partner with promotions team and Center Core space planning director to create new submission processes that are automated and simplified for the merchant team. Establish promotional and Center Core exit reporting that provides a comprehensive look at value, and missed opportunities
Manage the creation of markdown tools that take into account unique business needs
Coordinate with the General Merchandise staff to ensure the on time delivery of all information/submissions required for promotional vehicles (including but not limited to mailers, club handouts, high value space)

Department Manager General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Supervises the employees of the department including scheduling, assigning and evaluating work as well as interviewing, hiring and training new employees
Partners to create and maintain a Hassle Free customer service culture, focused on solutions-based selling and an exceptional customer experience. Responds to student, faculty, staff, alumni and other customer questions and issues resolving escalated issues as necessary
Conducts store walkthroughs on a daily basis to ensure proper stock levels, inventory placement and customer service levels. Manages the in-store merchandise display from stockroom to sales floor, serving as liaison between the Store and the Planner
Partners with the Store Manager to execute promotions and sales, and ensures proper inventory levels based on sales and trends

General Merchandise Team Leader Resume Examples & Samples

3-5 years of related retail experience
1 year of management experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate to team members in the organization in a way that provides clear and precise direction
Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict and by addressing root cause issues
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions
Demonstrated ability to teach suggestive selling
Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times
Demonstrated ability to mentor team members in all areas of the organization including SDITs, team members in hourly positions and team leaders

General Merchandise Team Leader Resume Examples & Samples

In charge of achieving sales, labor, supply expenses and margin by period for the General Merchandise and HBC Department plan for department
Maintaining a friendly selling approach to customers that is in line with commitment to the Meijer Friendly program
Developing and implementing plans for achieving departmental objectives and business plans
Following through on sales plans in full support of division merchandising programs
Planning and carrying out in-store promotions and interdepartmental tie-ins to maximize sales and create a selling atmosphere
Establishing and maintaining effective inventory control methods in all departments
Controlling ordering; avoiding overstocks; supporting administration
Requiring, through proper supervision, effective pricing of merchandise
Ensuring freshness of product by closely adhering to rotation and dating policy
Scheduling and organizing work force consistent with store sales
Controlling departmental expenses such as wages, utilities, supplies, etc
Assisting in the selection, indoctrination, training and development of departmental personnel, utilizing division training programs
Planning and conducting weekly meetings with departmental personnel
Supervising Sanitation Program in compliance with Company standards
Being familiar with and working within framework of the stores
Keeping Store Manager informed of all activities within own area of responsibility
Instructing employees in the proper use of store equipment to ensure safety standards are accomplished
Maintaining self-development program to improve own personal knowledge, skills, and abilities in order to continue to upgrade own contribution to the store
Handling customer complaints quickly and efficiently in order to achieve customer satisfaction
Oral and written communication/language and mathematical skills
Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
Listen and gets clarification; Responds well to questions
Write clearly and informatively
Present numerical data effectively
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Meijer polices and applicable laws
Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as department manual
Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts as discounts, interest, commissions, proportion, and percentages
Make self-available to staff; assist with developing subordinates' skills and encouraging growth
Continually works to improve supervisory skills
Ability to prioritize work tasks, multi-task, and maintain focus
Contribute to building a positive team spirit
Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
Promote a harassment-free environment
Accept responsibility for own actions
Align work with strategic goals
Ability to communicate effectively with customers
Work within approved budget
Contribute to profits and revenue

General Merchandise Auditor Resume Examples & Samples

Audit trailers
Audit all order fillers, randomly, each week
Audit shipping, receiving, and belts, randomly
Audit order filers working in order selection and/or splits
Perform cycle counts
Perform inventory responsibilities
Maintain individual, shift, and warehouse audit records
Ability to work weekends on a rare basis
Ability to work overtime on an occasional basis
Ability to work any shift
Ability to operate forklift, pallet jack, cherry picker and high rise crane
Auditing experience

General Merchandise Mgr-retail Bookstore Resume Examples & Samples

Supervises the employees of the department including assigning and evaluating work as well as interviewing, hiring and training new employees
Supervises the Home Office regulated processes related to Return-to-Vendor (RTV) receiving and scanning
Assists customers in finding products
Manages the special order functions and notifies customers
Partners to create and maintain a Hassle Free customer service culture, focused on solutions-based selling and an exceptional customer experience
Builds key partnerships with other store staff and campus organizations for promotional opportunities and special events and assist with off-site sales opportunities (e.g., graduation, basketball, football, author signings, etc.)
Conducts store walkthroughs on a daily basis to ensure proper stock levels, inventory placement and customer service levels
Manages the in-store merchandise display from stockroom to sales floor, serving as liaison between the Store and the Planner
Creates and maintains displays in compliance with company standards
Executes Home Office initiated markups and markdowns, analyzes financial reports, processes purchase orders, and approves invoices
May perform website maintenance and fill orders. Maintains price accuracy and merchandise availability on store website
Responds to student, faculty, staff, alumni and other customer questions and issues resolving escalated issues as necessary
May manage the store in the absence of the store manager or supervise other departments from time to time
May open or close the store

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Proactively approach customers, answer any questions they may have, and provide product and technique recommendations that offer personalized solutions to customer’s individual needs
Stay current on GM knowledge and trends by utilizing the continuous learning opportunities offered by the Team Leader
Possessteamwork & diversity awareness
Possess culinary knife skills

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Strong communication skills and the ability to translate this understanding into strategic direction and actionable products that results in value in the customer’s eyes
The ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization by providing input on a technical solution that meets the criteria and influence others to approve and support the direction
Proven skills in leadership, communication, collaboration in the execution of new initiatives and the ability to successfully challenge and motivate others
Motorcycle riding experience preferred

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Formulating project timelines
Managing resources
Meeting quality, cost, brand, and timing targets
Being a champion for the Product Development Methodology
Collaborating in a matrix team environment to drive process consistency and adherence
Developing compelling business cases for assigned projects and managing capital expenditure
Identifying risks/issues and developing mitigation plans
Communicating project status

General Merchandise Resume Examples & Samples

Mac based design applications for MacOS: Illustrator required, additional Photoshop skills preferred
Microsoft Office Applications: Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Technical Design software applications: PTC FlexPLM, Optitex 2D pattern software preferred

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