Beverly Carter
Buckeye
Summary
Detail-oriented Merchandise Coordinator with over 15 years of experience in retail operations and corporate category support. Proven track record in maintaining SKU data integrity, optimizing vendor relations, and executing complex buying calendars. A collaborative communicator experienced in aligning cross-functional teams—from vendors to store managers—to drive operational excellence and brand consistency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Pricing & Merchandise Specialist
Giant Tiger Corporate Office
Buckeye, AZ
06.2023 - 02.2026
- SKU file maintenance: focus on data integrity, related support files, and communicating changes to cross-functional teams
- Ticket System – Fresh Desk for all incoming, outgoing requests from Buying team, Stores
- Vendor administration: domestic vendor set up and issuance of all vendor and private label manuals
- Provide all information to vendor inquiries for new vendors; update vendor profile as required
- Administrative support for import quote sheet execution, create and release package and return sheets per buying calendar
- Category/assortment administrative support: colour cards, purchase logs and flyer boards support product sample management with category assistants
Category Assistant - Grocery
Giant Tiger Corporate Office
Buckeye, AZ
04.2019 - 06.2023
- Maintain planograms, discuss recommendations with buyer
- Monitor results and sales trends
- Prepare category reports to conduct analysis of category
- Place purchase orders for deal items and seasonal items
- Maintain advertised item database and ensure integrity
- Monitor store level damages/shrink reports Monitor and maintain warehouse inventory levels
- Source and supply product samples for flyer and signage, proofread Weekly Flyer drafts
Merchandising/Operations Assistant Manager
TJ MAXX
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Train and develop sales associates in merchandise presentation standards, assist in training and development of associates
- Support markdown functions
- Partner with managers to determine priorities for processing and moving new merchandise to sales floor
- Develop a plan with assistant manager to increase sales in underperforming departments and capitalize on high performers
- Provide weekly updates on objectives and identify any issues or opportunities pertaining to merchandise, sales floor
- Assign priorities and provide direction, support in communication to drive sales and improve merchandise processes
Unemployment Claims Specialist
PetSmart Corporate Office
11.2005 - 03.2016
- Audit/update all Unemployment claims received for 1200 stores, 4 distribution centers and corporate office
- Inform management of increased/decreased volume of monthly claims
- Conduct detail analysis with a focus on key performing indicators to analyze claims success and identify any trends
- Collaborate and communicate with store managers and district managers to gather necessary documentation
- Collaborate with teams from TALX/Experian to ensure claims are compliant to State standards
- Gather needed information for any hearings scheduled
- Monthly meetings with Human Resources, department managers to recommend improvements or areas of concern
Education
Business Administration -
Lamson Business College
General Courses - undefined
Mountain View High School
Skills
- MICROSOFT OUTLOOK, WORD, EXCEL
- AS400
- FRESHDESK
- TEAM LEADERSHIP
- SALES ANALYSIS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Timeline
Retail Pricing & Merchandise Specialist
Giant Tiger Corporate Office
06.2023 - 02.2026
Category Assistant - Grocery
Giant Tiger Corporate Office
04.2019 - 06.2023
Merchandising/Operations Assistant Manager
TJ MAXX
03.2016 - 04.2019
Unemployment Claims Specialist
PetSmart Corporate Office
11.2005 - 03.2016
General Courses - undefined
Mountain View High School
Business Administration -
Lamson Business College