LaTasha Brown
Memphis
Summary
Inventory Control Specialist with experience tracking store inventory, updating sales floor stock and price labels, and preparing overstock, obsolete, and other product for shipping. Maintains daily inventory reports for management while keeping the stockroom organized and shelves replenished across departments. Supports front-end service when needed to keep store operations moving.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Specialist
Wal-Mart
West Helena, AR
04.2014 - Current
- Track store inventory with precision and accuracy. Monitor inventory levels to ensure each department is fully stocked. Pull overstock, obsolete, and other product from store and package them for shipping. Manage sales floor stock and price label updates. Completed daily inventory reports for management. Maintained a clean, organized stockroom. Supported customers on the sales floor.
- Wal-Mart – West Helena, AR
Inventory Specialist
Grainger Distribution Center
Southaven, MS
07.2022 - 07.2026
- Managed inventory accuracy through regular audits and system updates.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance order fulfillment efficiency.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline inventory management processes.
- Trained new staff on inventory control procedures and best practices.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track stock levels and movement.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Provided excellent customer service by quickly responding to inquiries and resolving concerns related to inventory availability or shipment status.
- Implemented barcode scanning technology within the warehouse, speeding up item retrieval times during order fulfillment processes significantly.
Merchandiser
Frito Lay
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize product placement and inventory management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute promotional displays and initiatives.
- Trained and mentored junior merchandisers on best practices and operational efficiency.
- Led store visits to assess compliance with merchandising standards and guidelines.
- Streamlined processes for replenishing stock, improving overall inventory turnover rates.
- Enhanced customer engagement through attractive product presentations and in-store promotions.
- 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.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- 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.
Cashier
Jordan’s Kwik Stop
West Helena, AR
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Greeted customers to the store providing a comforting shopping experience. Maintained inventory and necessary supplies to ensure efficiency of store operation. Complied with company’s cash registers and point sales with minimum overages/shortages. Completed all cash reports in an accurate and timely fashion following each shift.
- Jordan’s Kwik Stop – West Helena, AR
Store Crew Member
Marty Mart
West Helena, AR
11.2010 - 06.2013
- Executed a clean and friendly store experience for every customer. Utilized various Point of Sale devices with competence and accuracy. Resolved customer issues in a professional manner. Completed all shift reports in a satisfactory manner. Properly accounted for all sales receipts generated within the shift.
- Marty Mart – West Helena, AR
Owner
Lots of Love Daycare
West Helena, AR
03.2007 - 09.2010
- Ensured daycare center was compliant with all state requirements. Built relationships with families through the enrollment process. Established strong communication with parents concerning their child’s care and development.
- Lots of Love Daycare – West Helena, AR
Education
Bachelors of Art - coursework
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARHigh School Diploma - undefined
Central High School
West Helena, ARAssociate of Applied Science - Health Administration
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL09-2020
Skills
Inventory control/management
Shipping/Receiving
Stockroom organization
Cycle counting
Inventory reporting
Customer service
Sales floor stocking
Price label updates
Merchandise replenishment
Product rotation
Warehouse management systems
Order fulfillment
Receiving inspection
Timeline
Inventory Specialist
Grainger Distribution Center
07.2022 - 07.2026
Merchandiser
Frito Lay
08.2017 - 06.2022
Inventory Control Specialist
Wal-Mart
04.2014 - Current
Cashier
Jordan’s Kwik Stop
09.2013 - 06.2014
Store Crew Member
Marty Mart
11.2010 - 06.2013
Owner
Lots of Love Daycare
03.2007 - 09.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Central High School
Bachelors of Art - coursework
Arkansas State University
Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration
Ultimate Medical Academy