Tom Meredith
West Chester, Pennsylvania 19382
ad11am@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY
More than 15 years of successful experience in multiple areas of retail sales and merchandising including grocery stores, convenience stores, cosmetics, drug stores, home improvement and big box retailers. Recognized strengths in driving sales, account management, problem-solving and trouble-shooting. Possesses solid computer skills. Effective Store Manager experience as demonstrated by an ability to train, motivate, and supervise employees. Works well independently and as a team player. Customer-service driven and recognized as a Total Quality Professional.
EXPERIENCE
Contract Merchandiser 2018 – 2023
Various short-term contracts at Giant Food Stores, Wegmans, Home Depots, Lowes, Dollar Tree, Target, WalMart.
PRM Lawn Maintenance 2017 - 2018
Crew Lead
Managed schedule and crew of an existing route.
Kellogg Company, Battle Creek, MI 2016 - 2017
Merchandiser
Implemented sales and merchandising programs for retail accounts within assigned territory.
Assemble promotional displays.
Complete stock orders and manage inventory levels.
Track and recap key item performance.
Remove damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Rotate manufacturer products as needed.
Suggest orders based on customer preferences and desires.
Load and unload merchandise.
Implement use of planograms.
Family Dollar/Dollar Tree, Charlotte, NC 2012 - 2016
Project Manager
Provided expert project management for new store fixtures and merchandising to boost company profitability.
Managed the layout of new store fixturing and merchandising.
Remodeled existing stores to increase visual appeal and grow sales.
Implemented brand conversions including advertising, signage and product displays to promote new brand.
Optimized banner and signage for new stores and remodels.
EDUCATION
Delaware Technical and Community College; Associate Degree; Georgetown, DE