D’onte Norris
Indianapolis
Summary
Creative individual with extensive experience in planning and execution of projects, events, negotiations, and conflict resolution. Skilled at providing excellent customer service and the ability to maintain positive work environments supporting team growth and safety. Mechanical aptitude with experience in remodeling (home and commercial) and construction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchandise Manager
Five Below
03.2025 - Current
- Led inventory management initiatives to optimize stock levels and minimize excess.
- Developed merchandise strategies aligned with seasonal trends and customer preferences.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure high-quality products.
- Trained and mentored team members on merchandising best practices and visual standards.
General Contractor
General Contractor
Indianapolis
06.2021 - 03.2025
- Complete maintenance & repairs of small to medium projects for homes and commercial projects
- Make recommendations and manage expectations with customers helping them understand the project and manage expectations about the scope of work and costs
- Performed carpentry work, bathroom and kitchen improvements, painting, both inside and out, drywall work, minor and major repairs, general plumbing and electrical (within legal guidelines) and floor installation and refurbishing
- Experience with the following tools: manual tools, hand drill, nail gun (contact, sequential and actuation trigger), tape measure, line levels, crowbar, sledgehammer, circular saw, air compressor, concrete sander, spirit and torpedo level, stud finder, tile cutter
Security Officer
Rawley Security Services
Indianapolis
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Conduct regular patrols of the premises to ensure security
- Monitor CCTV cameras and respond to any suspicious activities or incidents
- Enforce access control procedures and verify the identity of individuals entering the premises
- Respond promptly to alarms and emergencies, providing assistance as needed
- Conduct investigations into security breaches or incidents, documenting findings and reporting to management
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies when necessary
Package Handler
UPS
Indianapolis
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Provides safe and efficient operation of equipment used for the movement of packages/documents/heavyweight, dangerous goods and ULDs
- Assists in the buildup/breakdown of pallets containing heavyweight freight
- Serves as liaison between company and ULD repair vendor, as required
Education
High School Diploma -
Youth Empowerment Partnership
Oakland08-2021
Skills
- Inventory management
- Stock replenishment
- Shipment processing
- Merchandise presentation
- Competitor analysis
Certification
OSHA Forklift, Recycle Force, Indianapolis, IN
Timeline
Merchandise Manager
Five Below
03.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Rawley Security Services
03.2023 - 06.2024
General Contractor
General Contractor
06.2021 - 03.2025
Package Handler
UPS
06.2021 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Youth Empowerment Partnership