Edward Lewis
Indian Trail
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with a proven track record at Dollar General, excelling in sales leadership and team development. Skilled in effective communication and time management, I consistently drive results, achieving top district sales. My expertise in merchandising and inventory optimization enhances customer engagement and boosts profitability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Merchandiser
UNFI
Providence
01.2022 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure consistent stock availability and meet customer demand.
- Directed purchasing process for department, ensuring timely restocking to support sales.
- Increased customer engagement through strategic management of product displays.
- Updated store planograms in collaboration with management to improve layout.
- Rotated products from stockroom to sales floor based on seasonal and promotional plans.
Project Manager
Hilco Merchant Resources
Northbrook
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed promotional and advertising campaigns, driving sales during store closures.
- Identified overstocks and optimized product displays, enhancing sell-through rates.
- Supervised markdown execution across multiple locations for timely clearance of inventory.
- Directed closure operations, ensuring stores sold all merchandise and returned to vanilla box state.
- Ensured full compliance with company regulations and policies during store closures.
- Oversaw sale of fixtures and assets, maximizing cost recovery.
Team Lead
Advantage Sales and Marketing
Charlotte
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Collaborated on travel team to establish new grocery stores and remodel existing locations.
- Executed planograms, built displays, and rotated merchandise to optimize product visibility.
- Interacted professionally with customers and managers to address inquiries and resolve issues.
- Performed tasks in Charlotte, NC
Co-Team Leader
Ollies Bargain Outlet
Matthews
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Turned store around to where it was leading district in sales and profit and second in North Carolina in total store sales.
- Guided the store in making and exceeding its sales goal of over 20%.
- Established new store by setting fixtures, merchandising, hiring, and training associates.
- Addressed freight processing issues at underperforming store, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Oversaw store activities in Matthews, NC
Store Manager
Dollar General
Charolette
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Led store to number one position in district sales.
- Reached top two percent in company sales.
- Sourced, recruited, hired, and developed staff, conducting performance evaluations to enhance team effectiveness.
- Directed daily operations of retail store, managing front end and backroom functions to ensure seamless customer experience.
- Charolette, NC
Education
A.A. - Business Administration
Community College of Baltimore County
Rosedale, MD08.1981
Skills
- Inventory management
- Visual merchandising
- Store planograms
- Project management
- Time management
- Ability to perform under pressure
- Effective communication
Timeline
Retail Merchandiser
UNFI
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Hilco Merchant Resources
04.2018 - 01.2022
Team Lead
Advantage Sales and Marketing
07.2016 - 04.2018
Co-Team Leader
Ollies Bargain Outlet
09.2014 - 04.2016
Store Manager
Dollar General
04.2012 - 08.2014
A.A. - Business Administration
Community College of Baltimore County