Kerrin McGilton
Lower Hermitage ,SA
Summary
Dynamic Sales Merchandiser with a proven track record at Eden Seeds, enhancing product visibility and driving sales through strategic inventory management and exceptional customer service. Skilled in optimizing displays and fostering team collaboration, I consistently elevate brand representation and achieve significant sales growth by understanding client needs and market trends.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Merchandiser
Eden Seeds
Adelaide And Adelaide Hills
2012 - Current
- Developed product displays to enhance visibility and attract customer interest.
- Executed inventory management processes to ensure stock availability and accuracy.
- Collaborated with sales team to optimize promotional strategies for seasonal products.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and adjust merchandising plans accordingly.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain timely delivery of merchandise and promotional materials.
- Implemented visual merchandising best practices to elevate brand representation in retail spaces.
- Maximized shelf space utilization by optimizing product displays, leading to increased product visibility.
- Increased sales by establishing strong relationships with clients and understanding their needs.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly, resulting in repeat business and positive feedback from clients.
Merchandiser
Crossmark
Adelaide, SA
2014 - 2023
- Executed product placement strategies to enhance visibility and drive sales.
- Analyzed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize waste.
- Collaborated with team members to implement promotional displays, increasing customer engagement.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to inform merchandising decisions.
- Assisted in training new staff on merchandising standards and best practices.
- Conducted regular audits of product displays for consistency and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Developed visual merchandising plans that aligned with seasonal promotions and marketing initiatives.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
- Maximized floor space utilization by rearranging fixtures according to changing business needs and customer traffic patterns.
- Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
- Reduced out-of-stock instances by conducting regular audits, adjusting inventory counts, and communicating discrepancies to management.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
- Streamlined merchandise presentation through consistent application of planograms and adherence to company guidelines.
- Boosted sales through effective collaboration with marketing team on promotional displays.
- Conducted market research to stay ahead of industry trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campbelltown High School
Adelaide, SA1976
Skills
Positive attitude
Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
Customer service
Team collaboration
Food preparation
Dishwashing
Equipment cleaning
Punctual and reliable
Stock management
Timeline
Sales Merchandiser
Eden Seeds
2012 - Current
Merchandiser
Crossmark
2014 - 2023
High School Diploma -
Campbelltown High School