Kari Berg
Didsbury,AB
Summary
Proven backroom associate at Walmart, adept in pallet jack handling and fostering teamwork, significantly enhanced stockroom efficiency and contributed to sales goals. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless merchandise flow and inventory accuracy. Excelled in maintaining high safety standards, driving a positive team environment, and supporting peak period demands with exemplary organizational skills. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Hardworking Backroom Associate focused on maximizing team efficiency and customer service by retrieving, stocking, and moving merchandise. Knowledgeable about customer service standards and sales processes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Backroom Associate
Walmart
Olds, AB
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Assisted with merchandise stocking and replenishment in backroom and on sales floor.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Managed disposal of damaged or expired merchandise as per company guidelines, reducing overall waste levels within the facility.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with coworkers on various tasks and projects in the backroom area.
- Streamlined the receiving process for incoming shipments, ensuring accurate documentation and timely unloading of merchandise.
- Assisted in achieving sales targets with efficient restocking of high-demand products on the sales floor.
- Assisted in training new backroom associates on standard operating procedures, promoting a consistent level of quality and efficiency throughout the team.
- Assisted customers with transporting large merchandise to waiting vehicles.
- Coordinated closely with other departments to ensure stock levels met demand during high-sales periods.
- Supported loss prevention efforts by adhering to strict security protocols during all backroom operations.
- Prepared products for promotional displays or special events following visual merchandising guidelines provided by store management.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely transport materials and merchandise through warehouse.
- Verified safe and secure storage of merchandise and supplies.
- Developed and maintained successful working relationships with colleagues.
- Followed proper procedures for item receipt, storage and inventory control.
- Provided backup support to sales floor staff when necessary, offering a seamless shopping experience for customers.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, complying with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
Education
Diploma -
Didsbury High School
Didsbury, AB06.1997
Skills
- Stock organization
- Pallet Jack Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Product Labeling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quick Learner
- Time Management
- Dependable and reliable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Warehouse Safety
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Relationships
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Inventory counting
- Shelving of products
- Adaptability
- Forklift safety and operation
- Merchandising and Display
Accomplishments
Have volunteered for and been on the boards for Fun Team Alberta sports, Didsbury Museum
Taught art to children privately and for the afterschool program for the town of Didsbury
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Backroom Associate
Walmart
05.2022 - 11.2023
Diploma -
Didsbury High School