Paris Merrick
Costa Mesa
Summary
Results-driven professional with proven success in retail management, merchandising, and administrative operations. Experienced in leading teams, organizing schedules, managing inventory, and supporting business goals through strong communication and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to improving efficiency and creating exceptional experiences for both customers and staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Store Manager
Orange County Harley-Davidson
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized store appearance to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Completed routine store inventories.
- Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs, and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Submitted orders for new inventory.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Motorclothes Associate
Huntington Beach Harley Davidson
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Receive and merchandise new product
- Maintain floor and create new fixtures to properly display new gear and apparel
- Keep track of monthly goals and sales
- Give tours to customers of the dealership
- Special order products for customers and keep contact with other dealerships to ensure the customer receives whatever product they need.
- Properly assist fittings to customers for riding gear to make sure each customer is specifically fitted to what would work best and keep them protected
- Give input on new trends and help pick out what would be ordered for the next season based on product sales the season before.
Food Service Worker Cashier
Sanchos Tacos
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Accepted cash, credit, and debit payments via Focus payment systems and Focus register hardware.
- Aided in pre-opening dining room preparation, maintenance during operations, and post-closing facilities management.
- Stored food in full compliance with food safety policies and procedures
- Served food to customers, maintained guest satisfaction, and addressed customers' needs.
- Completed daily opening, closing and shift change tasks to keep the kitchen clean and efficient.
Food Service Worker
Catalina Fish Kitchen
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Completed daily opening, closing and shift change tasks to keep the kitchen clean and efficient.
- Cleaned workstations, storage areas, and kitchen equipment regularly to minimize contamination and illness risks.
- Served food to customers, maintained guest satisfaction, and addressed customers' needs.
Camp Counselor
Moonstone Riding Academy
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Made sure horses were properly cared for, fed, and groomed
- Made sure children were safe and understood safety regulations around animals
- Taught lessons to children and used horseback riding as a method of teaching responsibility.
- Created arts and craft events to keep campers happy and safe
Education
Interior Design Certification -
New York Institute of Design
Diploma -
Huntington Beach High School
Skills
- Customer service
- Computer skills
- Strong multi-tasking
- Retail operations
- Problem-solving
- Office organization
- Dependable and reliable
Accomplishments
- Achieved a 40% increase in monthly sales over previous years through team development, strategic planning, and enhanced customer experience initiatives.
- Fostered a healthy, performance-driven work environment, resulting in a more cohesive, motivated, and productive team.
- Successfully launched and managed local events that drove foot traffic, brand awareness, and community engagement.
Timeline
Retail Store Manager
Orange County Harley-Davidson
01.2024 - Current
Motorclothes Associate
Huntington Beach Harley Davidson
07.2022 - 01.2024
Food Service Worker Cashier
Sanchos Tacos
10.2020 - 06.2022
Food Service Worker
Catalina Fish Kitchen
06.2020 - 10.2020
Camp Counselor
Moonstone Riding Academy
05.2015 - 08.2018
Interior Design Certification -
New York Institute of Design
Diploma -
Huntington Beach High School