1. Merrick Fradkin
17 Black Oak Lane
Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405
(201) 953-0948
merrickfradkin@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE
5/2016-present Home Depot Kitchen Designs Rockaway, NJ
Sales Consultant
Presented model layout, pattern, plan and strategies for design and assessed customers’ homes for
Project possibilities including fully customized designs and kitchen refacing.
Received ratings of 8 and above (out of 10) following all appointments on a consistent level.
Self-generated 30% of all leads at assigned store and outside.
Developed relationships with management, associates, and customers to increase customer base.
Mentor independent sales reps within the region.
Facilitated in-store training on Home Depot Interiors (HDI) products and service offerings.
2014-present Premier Home Concierge, LLC. Kinnelon, NJ
Owner/Operator
Incorporated consulting company to provide project management and liaison services to homeowners.
Services included: contracting for home improvements, business and personal errands, product
procurement, lifestyle management and miscellaneous tasks executed to the client’s specifications.
1/2014-4/2016 Rockland Hardware Monsey,NY
Consultant
Created and constructed all floor planning to optimize an enhanced customer experience.
Designed and fabricated all store displays to improve consumer interaction and increase point of sales.
Guided ownership to maximize profit with disciplined inventory control.
Established relationships and loyalty with employees and customers resulting in increased sales
Developed successfullong term associations with suppliers which resulted in a positive buying
direction.
1986-2013 Ludewig’s Hardware Teaneck, NJ
General Manager
Managed retail store to offer community a full-service hardware store for almost 30 years.
Generated $1million in annual revenue consistently.
Structured business to drive customer loyalty offering diverse products and superior customer service.
Initiated successfuland extensive contractor and large corporate customer base.
Customized point of sale and inventory control system to communicate with vendors.
Designed, implemented and promoted customer rewards program to support repeat sales.
Integrated E-commerce platform and marketing campaigns to extend sales channels.
Managed payroll, personnel development, and human resources for all employees.
Integrated Pratt & Lambert Paints to inventory.
SuccessfulBenjamin Moore Paint dealer
Transitioned suppliers from True Value to Do It Best
Developed and taught Woman's home improvement classes.
EDUCATION
1983-1984 Dean College Franklin, MA
Matriculated towards a degree in Business Administration
COMPUTER SKILLS
MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint,QuickBooks,
Rock Solid POS/Inventory Control Software.