JDA
Anusha G Dhummawad
Space planner
Summary
Adept at transforming retail environments, I leveraged visual merchandising and space planning at Lowe's to elevate customer experience and boost sales by 28%. My knack for creative vision and effective teamwork has consistently produced innovative displays and optimized merchandise flow, showcasing a commitment to continuous improvement and client satisfaction. Creative Visual Merchandiser with expertise in overstock management and retail sales campaigns. Contributes unwavering work ethic and commitment to quality. Known for customer-focused initiatives and knowledgeable about modern merchandising. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandiser
Lowe's
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Ensured client satisfaction with timely project delivery and effective communication throughout the planning process.
- Optimized retail spaces with effective product displays, improving customer flow and increasing sales.
- Increased overall facility capacity by identifying underutilized spaces and recommending strategies for repurposing them effectively.
- Served as a trusted consultant to clients seeking guidance on best practices for optimizing their physical environments.
- Implemented sustainable design principles in space planning projects, reducing environmental impact while maximizing usability.
- Engineered innovative store layouts that resulted in a 40% improvement in customer navigation and a 28% increase in sales.
- Developed floor plans and displays to maximize sales.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Managed installation of visual merchandising displays, urging team to with speed and accuracy.
- Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
- Built properly lit and well-maintained displays, creating inviting atmosphere in stores.
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to develop creative solutions to improve customer experience.
- Developed planograms based on best-selling products, optimizing merchandise visibility and accessibility for shoppers.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
- Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
Head Teacher
Klay Prep Schools
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, promoting holistic understanding of various subjects among students.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Organized extracurricular activities that complemented the curriculum while fostering teamwork and leadership skills among students.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Guided meaningful classroom discussions, encouraging students to delve deeper into subject matter and develop critical thinking skills.
- Actively participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall quality of education provided by the institution.
- Customized educational materials based on individual student needs to ensure inclusive learning experiences for all.
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and progress to ensure transparency and effective communication with parents.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning preferences.
- Educated students on core principles using meticulously crafted lesson plans that maximized knowledge retention.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Teacher
Mother Theresa Memorial School
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Display Merchandiser
Tesco HSC
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Maintained aesthetically pleasing store environments by regularly updating fixtures, signage, and lighting.
- Reduced setup time for new displays by streamlining processes and implementing efficient organizational systems.
- Inspired guests to discover solutions through compelling visual merchandising.
- Managed budgets allocated for display projects, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or impact.
- Solved merchandising issues and adjusted sets to create and maintain inspiring presentations.
- Effectively utilized space planning tools to optimize floor plan layouts for maximum impact on customer engagement.
- Boosted customer interest in products by rotating displays seasonally or as needed based on inventory levels.
- Ensured brand consistency across multiple locations through thorough adherence to company guidelines and standards.
- Maintained backroom space with current signing tools and signing fixtures.
- Enhanced visual appeal of product displays by incorporating creative and innovative design elements.
- Maximized product visibility by strategically placing items in high-traffic areas within the store layout.
- Executed promotional setups for special events, contributing to overall success and increased foot traffic.
- Incorporated feedback from clients into display designs leading to improved satisfaction rates.
- Designed custom fixtures tailored to specific products being showcased.
- Collaborated with store management to develop visually engaging floor plans for optimal customer experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in efficient communication and coordination on display projects.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
- Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Developed visual merchandising plans and strategies to promote store offerings.
- Ensured client satisfaction with timely project delivery and effective communication throughout the planning process.
- Optimized retail spaces with effective product displays, improving customer flow and increasing sales.
- Increased overall facility capacity by identifying underutilized spaces and recommending strategies for repurposing them effectively.
- Served as a trusted consultant to clients seeking guidance on best practices for optimizing their physical environments.
- Developed custom space planning solutions for clients with unique requirements or restrictions.
- Managed multiple concurrent space planning projects, ensuring on-time completion within budget constraints.
- Improved space utilization by conducting thorough site analyses and developing detailed floor plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during corporate reorganizations by developing phased move plans that minimized disruptions.
- Conducted regular audits of assigned spaces to ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
- Implemented sustainable design principles in space planning projects, reducing environmental impact while maximizing usability.
- Conducted presentations showcasing proposed designs to stakeholders, addressing concerns while maintaining project timelines.
- Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to improve structure sustainability and design.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Vogue Institute of Fashion Technology
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
KLE Polytechnic
Hubli, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Visual Merchandising
Product display
Merchandising plan creation
Sales Promotion
Customer experience
Product Knowledge
Marketing knowledge
Merchandise flow
Customer Service
Product placement
Space Planning
Creative vision
Planogram resets
Seasonal promotions
Interior retail displays
Remerchandising
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organizational Skills
Multitasking
Task Prioritization
Team building
Time Management
Clear Communication
Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Visual Merchandiser
Lowe's
06.2023 - 09.2024
Head Teacher
Klay Prep Schools
01.2020 - 04.2022
Teacher
Mother Theresa Memorial School
05.2019 - 12.2019
Display Merchandiser
Tesco HSC
06.2014 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Vogue Institute of Fashion Technology
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
KLE Polytechnic
04.2001 -
Software
Pangea
Microsoft Excel