Alison Clarke
** ******* *****, ***. ***, Toronto, ON, M5V 4B3
647-***-**** - ******.*.******@*****.***
Qualifications
• Independent and a self-starter
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively
• Able to analyze data and interpret key information and trends
• Attention to detail, committed to accuracy in all tasks
• Organized multi-tasker, able to prioritize and adapt in a fast pace environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP, and Adobe; with a firm grasp of social media outlets
Education
Sheridan College - Oakville, ON, 2008 - 2010
• Successfully completed and received an Ontario College Diploma in Business-Marketing with Honours
Work Experience
Target Canada HQ – Merchandise Specialist, Mississauga ON, August 2013-January 2015
• Communicate daily with vendors to keep on track with set deadlines
• Assist business unit with tasks such as forecasting, sales analysis, and article setup/maintenance
• Perform other administrative duties such as ordering supplies and preparing meeting materials
• Monitor department’s store help inbox and answer inquiries/solve data issues
• Responsible for sample products for department, and keeping them organized in the sample room
• Helped develop licensed assortment for tops and sleepwear
• Attend and participate in weekly flyer proof meetings with the Merchandise Promotions team
• Plan flyer pages for my department, and create inspiration for the Merchandise Promotions team
• Helped proof floor plans for my department, and made suggestions for where fixtures should be located
• Contribute towards corporate volunteer hours goal by participating at volunteer events
Greenhawk Harness & Equestrian Supplies – Customer Service Representative, Mississauga ON, July 2011 – August 2013
• Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries; processing orders for customers
• Creating and tracking small scale purchase orders on a weekly basis
• Daily communication with stores (both corporate and franchise) and vendors
• Assisted Marketing department with copy writing for ecommerce website
• Participate in semi-annual warehouse sale events, as well as the annual Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Winners/Homesense - Sales Associate and Warehouse Receiver, Oakville ON, Nov 2007 – July 2011
• Received and processed new merchandise sent from the distribution centre
• Merchandised product by stocking shelves and creating displays while following merchandising guidelines
• Created features for product events and promotions going on in-store on a weekly and bi-weekly basis by using
stock that will boost sales
• Actively participated on the Loss Prevention Committee