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Robert a Davis Jr

Robert a Davis Jr

Hawaiian Gardens

Summary

High performing, success-driven and highly motivated experience in providing an above standard performance in all aspects of operations, customer service, supervision, and training. Effectively able to identify problem areas and implement lasting solutions to meet goals. Acknowledged and recognized with professionalism, positive attitude, and a commitment to excellence throughout the organization. Ability to motivate team members to accomplish maximum results, and ability to address organizational problems with root cause analysis and solutions. Provide solutions that boost productivity, morale and efficiency across the organization.

Results-driven merchandising professional with comprehensive experience in product placement, inventory management, and customer engagement. Adept at fostering team collaboration and adjusting to evolving market needs to ensure optimal product visibility and sales performance. Strong skills in strategic planning, visual merchandising, and relationship building. Reliable and adaptable, consistently delivering high standards and impactful outcomes.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Merchandiser

Red Bull Distribution Center
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective marketing strategies, resulting in increased sales performance.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with clients to proactively address potential challenges and opportunities for growth.
  • Optimized product assortments to maximize profit margins while meeting customer demands.
  • Increased customer retention by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, and maintaining strong business relationships.
  • Analyzed competitor activities and adjusted strategies accordingly, ensuring sustained market share growth.

Merchandiser

Mondelez/Nabisco
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Maintained adequate stock with timely replenishments from storage to sales floor
  • Uphold store merchandising standards through proper fixture assembly and signage required for new and remodel stores
  • Drove sales through effective product placement and memorable visual displays
  • Maintained organized merchandising standards with regular cleaning and recovery

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Visual merchandising Display building Staff training Public speaking Team development Planning
  • Maintained adequate stock with timely replenishments from storage to the sales floor
  • Uphold store merchandising standards through proper fixture assembly and signage required for new and remodel stores
  • Drove sales through effective product placement and memorable visual displays
  • Adapted tagging, rotating, and product placement methods based on individual retailer requirements

Department Manager

Wal Mart
07.2017 - 09.2019
  • Controlled waste through continuous monitoring strategies and efficient workflow
  • Enhanced team performance with hands-on leadership style, monitoring current work and motivating positive changes
  • Oversaw neighboring departments to 2% increase for 1st and 2nd qtr while departments were vacant first year in role
  • Increased sales by 2% every month for the duration of time in position

Overnight Support Manager

Wal Mart
12.2015 - 07.2017
  • Kept team ready for daily demands with an effective level of tools, equipment and replacement parts
  • Delegated inquiries to staff members with balanced approach, preventing overloading of any individual
  • Promoted performance-oriented culture with regular assessments of employee work
  • Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel
  • Partnered with upper management to implement a lasting shrink reduction play and reduced total store $200,000 in duration of position

CAP Team Supervisor

Wal Mart
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Executed daily workload and processes following One Best Way (OBW) standards
  • Kept employees satisfied and working hard through consistent training, mentoring and support
  • Maintained backroom standards and scanned in percentage of 95% or better
  • Reduced company losses with proactive shrink monitoring and loss prevention

Zone Merchandise Supervisor

Wal Mart
10.2013 - 01.2015
  • Maintained sufficient stock levels and verified appropriate stock presentations for all seasons
  • Guided department managers in setting merchandise in attractive displays and rotating inventory to maintain novelty and appeal
  • Enforced adherence to company procedures for inventory integrity
  • Brought sales performance up by 5% in 4 non basic areas of the store, led store in 3rd quarter sales increase and was number 2 in the 4th quarter

Overnight Assistant Manager

Wal Mart
10.2012 - 10.2013
  • Delivered clear direction to staff on daily assignments and areas in need of improvement
  • Directed daily store operations, including staff management, task delegation, merchandising, and customer service
  • Mentor to incoming new ASMS while still being a new ASM Through consistent procedures and follow up helped implement a plan to reduce shrink by $100,000

Overnight Support Manager

Wal Mart
04.2011 - 10.2012
  • Led team meetings with team members to discuss objectives and progress
  • Delegated inquiries to staff members with balanced approach, preventing overloading of any individual
  • Led team to understand in stock importance which saw an in stock percentage of 90% or better
  • Leveraged performance data to identify team strengths and implement improved training practices where needed

Department Manager

Wal Mart
04.2010 - 04.2011
  • Boosted sales through successful advertising campaigns
  • Brought in new customers with unique customer appreciation events and special sales
  • Minimized store losses, training team members how to spot and prevent theft
  • Number 1 in sales in the 3rd qtr for the market and number 3 in sales for the region in 4th qtr

Overnight Support Manager

Wal Mart
02.2007 - 04.2010
  • Onboarded and trained new team members in inventory management and monitored performance
  • Leveraged performance data to identify team strengths and implement improved training practices where needed
  • Helped train 10 associates to take on supervisor roles in the first year and a half
  • Implemented procedure to help reduce shrink by 3% and increase in stock by 2%
  • Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel

Unloader

Wal Mart
02.2006 - 02.2007
  • Maintained clean and organized warehouse by collecting trash, baling cardboard, and stacking pallets
  • Unloaded freight from trucks manually and with pallet jacks and other machinery
  • Sorted and stacked boxes in sorting and storage areas for processing by warehouse staff
  • Moved items safely and quickly by building pallets for specific store aisles

Backroom Associate

TJ Maxx
01.2006 - 02.2006
  • Received incoming merchandise, unloading truck with team and sorting items for storage or immediate restocking
  • Supported accurate inventory control by carefully checking new shipments, counting products, and following correct labeling procedures
  • Backed up floor as trained cashier and customer support professional
  • Prepared for new merchandise and promotional events by rearranging shelving, racks, and temporary displays

Backroom Associate

Target
11.2004 - 12.2005
  • Supported accurate inventory control by carefully checking new shipments, counting products, and following correct labeling procedures
  • Received incoming merchandise, unloading truck with team and sorting items for storage or immediate restocking
  • Minimized safety risks with careful use of all equipment
  • Contributed to team success by seeking out opportunities to help others

Courtesy Clerk

Albertsons
10.2004 - 11.2004
  • Created environment focused on helping customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated by quickly helping with any request
  • Helped cashiers with bagging assistance and register backup during high-volume periods
  • Assisted customers with grocery needs, including bagging items and preparing carts
  • Helped concerned customers resolve diverse issues by employing excellent conflict management and problem-solving abilities

Cashier

Burlington Coat Factory
11.2003 - 09.2004
  • Balanced cash drawer at the beginning and end of each shift
  • Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked checkout areas
  • Provided information to customers on products or services
  • Stocked store shelves and end-caps with merchandise during downtime

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

University Of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
02-2025

Certificate (Undergraduate) - Human Resources Development

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
02-2025

Skills

  • Brand awareness
  • Merchandise planning
  • Performance tracking
  • Competitor analysis
  • Promotional strategies
  • Category management
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Active listener
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Pricing and signage updates
  • Visual merchandising
  • Sales techniques

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Japanese
Elementary

Timeline

Account Merchandiser

Red Bull Distribution Center
07.2022 - Current

Merchandiser

Mondelez/Nabisco
07.2021 - 07.2022

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
10.2019 - 06.2021

Department Manager

Wal Mart
07.2017 - 09.2019

Overnight Support Manager

Wal Mart
12.2015 - 07.2017

CAP Team Supervisor

Wal Mart
01.2015 - 12.2015

Zone Merchandise Supervisor

Wal Mart
10.2013 - 01.2015

Overnight Assistant Manager

Wal Mart
10.2012 - 10.2013

Overnight Support Manager

Wal Mart
04.2011 - 10.2012

Department Manager

Wal Mart
04.2010 - 04.2011

Overnight Support Manager

Wal Mart
02.2007 - 04.2010

Unloader

Wal Mart
02.2006 - 02.2007

Backroom Associate

TJ Maxx
01.2006 - 02.2006

Backroom Associate

Target
11.2004 - 12.2005

Courtesy Clerk

Albertsons
10.2004 - 11.2004

Cashier

Burlington Coat Factory
11.2003 - 09.2004

Bachelor of Science - Business

University Of Phoenix

Certificate (Undergraduate) - Human Resources Development

University of Phoenix
Robert a Davis Jr