1. Kaylie Rhodes
42 Earl Crescent Gedling Nottingham, NG4 4BY
Home: 01159053445 Mobile: 07931639051
kaylie81@hotmail.com
Personal Statement
As a highly- motivated and results orientated Product (Merchandising) Manager
within the Retail industry, I have a proven track record for maximising the return on
category space. Naturally being an intensely organised person, my determination
and ambition helps me solve tasks effectively and efficiently with great attention to
detail. Throughout my work I have established that I am a valued team player, as well
as also being a deeply organised independent worker. I believe I would be a real
asset to any team/business.
Work Experience
Wilko
Product (Merchandising) Manager (July 2013 Present)
 Responsible for maximising the return on category space for a specific
portfolio of categories (including FMCG categories) through the creation of
shopper focused layouts that are delivered to Retail right first time.
 Created layouts relevant for diverse store sizes, taking into account shopper
behaviour, sales, profit, product mix, merchandising techniques and retail
efficiencies.
 Optimised layout space performance using JDA space and range analysis in
conjunction with other market data, insights and trends.
 Improved retail efficiencies through the influencing of internal and external
stakeholders in order to optimise pack sizes, packaging formats and shelf
capacities.
 Managed capital expenditure within agreed budgets, adhering to key financial
processes.
 Lead and successfully developed a team.
Wilko
Assistant Product (Merchandising) Manager (May 2012 Present)
 Assisted the co-ordination of a number of different inputs within category
teams to ensure we delivered shopper focused layouts, to Retail right first
time.
 Managed a team ensuring the daily processes for the category are
completed, involving creating customer focused layouts whilst keeping in
mind the sales in the layout is paramount, making sure we have all the best
sellers for the majority of the estate.

2. Wilko
Product Merchandiser (August 2010 – May 2012)
 Created customer friendly layouts whilst adhering to all merchandising
standards, including maximising the layouts efficiency.
 Solved diverse problems stores had over the intranet and telephone in a
concise timely manner.
 Provided stores with exceptional assistance to ensure they have everything
they require for their daily job routine.
Education
University of Lincoln (Hons) Business Studies - 2:2 Lower Second Class
 Strategic Management
 Business Decision Making
 Operations Management
 Internet & E-Commerce
 International Marketing
 Start a Venture
 Finance
 Marketing
 Economics
Carlton Le Willows School and Technology College-
 3 A Levels
 4 AS Levels
 9 GCSE (A-D)
Interests
 Keeping busy- enjoy shopping and socialising with friends and family.
 Love taking my dog out for walks.
Skills
 Excellent written communicational skills
 IT literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, JDA-Space Planning, AS400
Front Page, Photoshop)
 Stands out when working under pressure
 Attention to detail
 Highly enthusiastic and raring to develop
 A highly motivated team player
 Confident influential speaker
 A full clean driving licence

3. References on request