General Merchandise Resume Samples

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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
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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)
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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)
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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