VISUAL MERCHANDISING

Andrew J. Castillo

Beaumont, CA • 951-***-**** • 909-***-****

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Professional Summary

Stockroom and inventory operations professional with 14+ years of experience in freight processing, truck unloading, merchandise handling, replenishment, and stockroom organization. Strong background in inventory accuracy, warehouse equipment operation, safety compliance, and back-of-house logistics. Also, an independent artist who has exhibited and sold original artwork since 2015, demonstrating creativity, discipline, and entrepreneurial initiative.

Core Competencies

Stockroom Operations

Freight Processing & Truck Unloading

Inventory Accuracy & Cycle Counts

Merchandise Processing

Replenishment & Backstock Management

RF Scanners & POS Systems

Safety & Compliance Procedures

Warehouse Equipment Operation

Backroom Organization

Vendor & Delivery Coordination

Fast-Paced Retail Support

Team Collaboration

Professional Experience

Nordstrom – Merchandising Associate

Riverside / Mission Viejo / Escondido, CA 2003–2015

Processed incoming merchandise and maintained organized stockrooms to support replenishment.

Ensured inventory accuracy through stock checks, tagging, and product placement.

Coordinated with vendors and delivery teams to maintain stock levels and timely processing.

Supported floor replenishment, backstock management, and visual merchandising execution.

Assisted with training new associates on safety, stock handling, and operational procedures.

Provided customer support when needed, resolving escalated issues professionally. Lowe’s – Customer Service / Warehouse Associate

Riverside, CA 2000–2002

Assisted with truck unloading, staging merchandise, and preparing stock for sales floor replenishment.

Operated warehouse equipment safely and efficiently to support stock movement.

Performed inventory checks, cycle counts, and order processing to maintain accuracy.

Supported customers with product selection and order fulfillment. Con-Way Freight – Dockworker

Fontana, CA 1999–2000

Loaded and unloaded freight with speed and accuracy in a high-volume environment.

Staged shipments and supported logistics operations to ensure timely distribution.

Maintained strict adherence to safety procedures and equipment operation standards.

Independent Artist – Self-Employed

2015–Present

Create original artwork as part of a disciplined creative practice that supports focus, resilience, and personal well-being.

Exhibited artwork in multiple local art shows and community events.

Sold original pieces to private buyers, demonstrating initiative, professionalism, and entrepreneurial skill.

Manage all aspects of the creative process, including production, presentation, customer interaction, and sales.

United States Army – Infantry

1995–1998

Developed discipline, teamwork, and adaptability under demanding conditions.

Strengthened physical endurance and reliability — essential for stockroom roles. Education

Riverside Community College – Riverside, CA

Dante Alighieri – Florence, Italy

Otis College of Art and Design – Los Angeles, CA Technical Skills

POS & Inventory Management Systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)

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