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Work History
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Interests
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Teri  Cotton

Teri Cotton

Morton

Summary

Dynamic Merchandiser with a proven track record at PepsiCo, excelling in merchandise planning and stock rotation. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through active listening and tailored product recommendations. Committed to maintaining optimal inventory levels and creating visually appealing displays, contributing to a welcoming shopping environment. Reliable and punctual, ensuring seamless in-store support.

Developed skills in fast-paced retail environment, excelling in areas such as inventory management and visual merchandising. Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends and consumer preferences to optimize product placement and drive sales. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging strong analytical and organizational skills.

Offering strong foundation in organizational skills and eagerness to learn and develop in merchandising environment. Brings understanding of retail operations and ability to quickly grasp visual merchandising principles. Ready to use and develop creative problem-solving and customer service skills in data entry role.

Bringing highly organized and proactive approach with keen eye for detail and passion for visual presentation. Adept at understanding market trends and consumer behavior, with strong skills in inventory management and merchandising strategy. Poised to drive sales growth and enhance product visibility through innovative merchandising techniques.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • 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.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
  • Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.

Education

Associate of Arts - Sociology

Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
05-2024

Skills

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Stock rotation
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Active listener
  • Merchandise planning
  • In-store support
  • Visual display installations

Accomplishments

  • Achieved downsizing the backstock at Washington Walmart by assisting my coworker with accuracy, efficiency, and diligence.

Interests

  • Cooking
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Dancing
  • Music
  • Blogging/Vlogging
  • Reading
  • Pilates
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes

Timeline

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
09.2022 - 01.2024

Associate of Arts - Sociology

Illinois Central College
Teri Cotton