Lakesha Downey

Results-driven Merchandiser with hands-on experience in product placement, planogram execution, inventory management, and retail display setup. Proven ability to maximize product visibility, drive sales, and maintain brand standards across multiple retail locations. Strong communicator with excellent time management skills and a track record of working independently and collaborating with store teams to meet deadlines.

Merchandiser at Driveline (2025-01 – 2026-12)

• Execute planograms and reset shelves across multiple retail accounts to ensure accurate product placement and brand compliance.
• Perform routine inventory audits, identify out-of-stock items, and coordinate with store managers for timely replenishment.
• Set up seasonal and promotional displays that align with company visual merchandising standards.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with store managers and retail staff to facilitate smooth in-store operations.
• Complete daily activity reports and submit photographic documentation of completed resets and displays.
• Manage a multi-stop daily route efficiently, consistently meeting all scheduled service windows.

Retail Associate at Downeys Gun and Pawn (1999-01)

• Assisted customers on the sales floor, providing product knowledge and directing them to correct departments.
• Restocked shelves and organized back-stock to maintain a clean, well-merchandised store environment.
• Supported visual merchandising team during floor resets, seasonal changeovers, and promotional setups.
• Maintained accurate inventory counts and flagged discrepancies to the department supervisor.

High School Diploma – Adair County High School (2001-01)