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Edward Watts

Chicago

Summary

Experienced with coordinating warehouse activities and guiding team members. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to ensure optimal workflow and task completion. Track record of maintaining high safety standards and improving operational efficiency.

Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving results. Skilled in visual merchandising and customer engagement. Known for reliability and results-driven approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

Chicago Bread Company
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.

Merchandiser

Reyes Coca-Cola
05.2024 - 04.2025
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Support the Sales & Delivery Departments by ensuring products are up to date, the brands are well represented, and presence stands out in top retail stores nationwide
  • Travel to retail stores to ensure products are stocked, maintained, displayed, and rotated correctly in accounts along my route
  • Help to maintain the relationships in the market by continuing to develop the supplier brands while providing best-in-class service

Warehouse Shift Leader

Playcon
08.2013 - 01.2023


  • Safely load, unload, and move products throughout the warehouse using forklifts and reach trucks
  • Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment
  • Utilize scanning equipment for inventory control and order tracking
  • Accurately stock and replenish warehouse locations
  • Maintain clean, organized work areas and assist in routine housekeeping
  • Adhere to all company safety procedures and participate in ongoing safety training
  • Perform tasks at heights up to 25 feet while operating warehouse equipment
  • Support cross-functional warehouse areas (e.g., shipping, receiving, inventory control) as needed
  • Contribute to a team-focused, safety-driven environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Education

GED -

Lincoln's Challenge Academy
Rantoul, IL
09-1998

Skills

  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Active listener
  • Store maintenance
  • Pricing and signage updates
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Product recovery
  • Warehouse safety
  • Warehouse functions
  • Team collaboration
  • Task delegation
  • Conflict resolution

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Merchandiser

Chicago Bread Company
04.2025 - 06.2025

Merchandiser

Reyes Coca-Cola
05.2024 - 04.2025

Warehouse Shift Leader

Playcon
08.2013 - 01.2023

GED -

Lincoln's Challenge Academy

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