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Kristopher Blythe

Burlington,ON

Summary

Accomplished Merchandising Supervisor at Home Depot. Excelled in fostering teamwork, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving sales through creative solutions and effective retail store operations. Skilled in forklift operation, with a proven track record of achieving high performance standards. Competent Project Leader skilled at team coaching and motivation. Proven success in meeting project deadlines, goals and objectives. Terrific interpersonal, problem-solving and organizational talents.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandising Project Associate

Home Depot
09.2016 - Current
  • Implemented visual merchandising techniques that maximized retail space utilization while showcasing products effectively.
  • Grew market share by building strong vendor network and customer-oriented retail store and services.
  • Designed visually compelling window displays that drove foot traffic for retail clients.
  • Conducted product knowledge seminars to increase retail sales and enhance client experience at the salon.
  • Informed guests of appropriate products available to increase retail sales.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment of retail orders.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing consistent and knowledgeable support for retail products and services.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing customer needs in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Ensured compliance with local laws and regulations related to retail security and loss prevention practices.
  • Maximized retail space utilization by creating visually appealing merchandise displays that showcased available products effectively.

Merchandising Supervisor

Home Depot
02.2020 - 11.2020
  • Leveraged technology tools for efficient data tracking and reporting, supporting informed decision-making processes.
  • Optimized product placement within stores for maximum visibility and accessibility, driving sales performance.
  • Partnered with store managers to address specific needs or challenges unique to their locations while aligning overall company objectives.
  • Streamlined store layouts for optimal product visibility and increased sales.
  • Conducted regular audits of store displays, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines.
  • Promoted a positive work environment, fostering teamwork and open communication among staff members.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating better terms and conditions for product supply.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the merchandising team, maintaining high performance standards.
  • Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
  • Implemented data-driven decision making, optimizing product assortment and placement.

Education

No Degree - Police Foundations

Trillium College
Burlington, Canada
09.2009

High School Diploma -

Burlington Central High School
Burlington, ON
09.2006

Skills

  • Creative solutions
  • Worksite safety
  • Retail Sales
  • Retail Store Operations
  • Forklift Operation
  • Stock replenishment
  • Order Picking
  • Reach Truck Operation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Merchandising Supervisor

Home Depot
02.2020 - 11.2020

Merchandising Project Associate

Home Depot
09.2016 - Current

No Degree - Police Foundations

Trillium College

High School Diploma -

Burlington Central High School
Kristopher Blythe