angela gaston

Factory/ Cook/customer service

Newton, IA 50208

ad29ur@r.postjobfree.com

901-***-****

Detail-oriented Retail Merchandiser effective at monitoring inventory levels and predicting product demand. Monitors supply levels and product marketing for optimal sales. Lead Sales Associate who thrives in a team-oriented environment, working creatively and effectively to reach company goals. Skillful Retail Merchandiser accomplished in product assembly, material handling and setting displays. Works well independently and as part of dynamic teams. Retail Merchandiser focused on creating value

for customers and product longevity for retail manufacturers. Reinforces client brands through effective

advertising while staying aware of potential growth opportunities. Visual Merchandiser skilled at collaborating with fashion designers on product placement, store displays and marketing material for new clothing launches and promotions. Results-oriented Retail Merchandiser who leverages solid market

knowledge and creative business strategies to maximize product profitability. Retail Merchandiser skilled

at creatively conceptualizing and building an artistic framework around any given assignment. Pays close attention to detail and creates displays that engage and intrigue. Retail Merchandiser specializing

in grocery store product placement and marketing promotions. Collaborates with manufacturers to ensure products are accessible and attractively packaged to satisfy customer needs. Experienced Retail

Merchandiser versed in using product placement, end of aisle product displays and points of purchase displays to the manufacturer\'s best advantage. Organized Retail Merchandiser successful at maximizing profitability by verifying that product supplies are proportionate to consumer demands. Merchandising professional successful at representing consumer tastes and needs in the retail market. Accurately assesses competition and seeks effective ways to boost sales and reinforce client brands. Lead Sales Associatewho is goal-oriented and consistently seeking opportunities for growth and increasing merchandising knowledge.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Factory Worker

Suburban Plastics Co - Grenada, MS

October 2017 to Present

Built containers and pack parts in accordance with detailed packing specifications. Maintained counts and lifts, shifts and stocks materials and parts. Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor. Assembled compressors using Work Center Instructions (WCI), Piping and Instrumentation instructions

(P and I), Wiring Diagram (WD), Bill of Material (BOM) and assembly drawings. Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies. Observed all safety policies and procedures

Sales Lead/Sales Associate

Dollar General - Eupora, Mississipp

August 2017 to Present

Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing. Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color. Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing. Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports. Created visual marketing and styled window displays. Associates are responsible for handling sales in an organization. Common duties listed on Lead Sales Associate resumes are identifying potential customers, providing information about product features, answering to customer inquiries, and training sales staff. A successful resume example mention skills such as sales environment experience, the ability to motivate salespeople, communication, cash handling, and customer service orientation. Most Lead Sales Associates hold a degree in marketing or a similar field and have completed sales training. Operator

EPC - Grinnell, IA

November 2019 to January 2020

Trimmed parts as needed and pack them for delivery Associate

Walmart - Newton, IA

August 2019 to October 2019

Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing. Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color. Cooked food for the hot delivery

Assistant manager

Jitney Jungle - Kilmichael, MS

February 2002 to November 2015

Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing. Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color. Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing. Negotiated prices, discount terms and all transportation arrangements for merchandise. Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays. Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences. Monitored and analyzed sales records and consumer purchasing trends. Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create a purchase and inventory plan. Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports. Created visual marketing and styled window displays. Interviewed and worked closely with vendors to acquire and develop desired products. Set and recommended mark-up rates, mark-down rates and selling prices for merchandise. Completed stock orders and managed inventory levels. Supplied daily support to the buyer and assistant buyer. Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support the business. Coordinated communication with merchandise operations and vendors for PO creation and maintenance.

Organized on-site trainings to educate management and sales staff on benefits and care of product lines.

Tracked and recapped key item performance.

Planned and coordinated the availability of products for advertising and promotion purposes. Personal Caregiver

Oxford HealthCare - Tupelo, MS

January 2001 to June 2006

Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients. Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.

Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns. Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies. Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands. Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks. Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds. Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence. Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions. Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys. Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment. Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination. Changed sterile dressings.

Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles. cook

Sonic Drive -In - Bruce, MS

January 1996 to February 2000

Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.

Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies. Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.

Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Practiced safe food handling procedures at all times. Verified freshness of products upon delivery.

Education

High School Diploma

Greenville High School - Greenville, MS

1996

Skills

• SALES (10+ years)

• INVENTORY (10+ years)

• ADOBE PHOTOSHOP (Less than 1 year)

• ENERGETIC (Less than 1 year)

• EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS (Less than 1 year) Certifications and Licenses

driver's license

Food Handler

Assessments

Organizational Skills — Proficient

January 2020

Arranging and managing information or materials using a set of rules. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/4t41olywbe9g4ph6 Supervisory Skills: Interpersonal Skills — Familiar January 2020

Fostering a collaborative environment and conducting difficult conversations. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/ki8ps09u4kdhikxp Microsoft Word — Proficient

January 2020

Knowledge of various Microsoft Word features, functions, and techniques. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/niakm-idbxewobft Retail Skills: Shelf Stocking — Familiar

January 2020

Receiving and storing merchandise or product.

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Additional Information

Skills

Customer service-oriented Outgoing and energetic attitudeGood listening Retail sales professional skillsMulti-tasking abilityExcellent problem-solving Vendor relations capabilitiesComputer experience

Markdown procedures

Inventory control

Excellent communication skills

Expert in Adobe Photoshop

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