Robert McKeown
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Results-driven Grocery Team Leader with expertise in managing store operations and enhancing sales performance. Specializes in staff training, inventory management, and strategic planning. Increased efficiency through innovative merchandising strategies and workflow improvements while cultivating a positive workplace culture. Motivated to pursue long-term growth within a company.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Team Leader
Publix
Ormond Beach, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Modeled strong work habits and top-tier customer service as a team standard
- Trained new hires on stocking and safety procedures to ensure compliance and operational consistency
- Directed daily workflow, including task assignments, break scheduling, and productivity monitoring
- Managed inventory replenishment, truck unloading, and stock rotation to maintain optimal stock levels and product availability
- Organized backstock and monitored inventory levels
- Built promotional displays and end-caps aligned with planogram standards
- Acted as associate-in-charge during manager absences and overnight shifts
- Generated administrative reports that informed decision-making and supported organizational needs. and cross-trained in DSD receiving
Manager
Salty Dog Surf Shop
Daytona Beach, FL
02.2022 - 01.2025
- Open the shop by unlocking the building and preparing the registers
- Greet customers warmly and assist with inquiries to enhance shopping experience
- Process payments and returns accurately at the register
- Checked and verified inventory levels during stock audits
- Tagged and displayed new merchandise to enhance product visibility in store. to attract customer interest and drive sales
- Maintain store cleanliness and organization to create a welcoming environment for customers
- Close the shop by organizing the store, counting and reconciling cash, setting the alarm, and locking up securely
Education
Bachelors of Applied Science - Supervision and Management
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL 08.2025 - 10.2026
Associate's degree - Arts
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FLHigh school diploma -
UBIC Academy
Daytona Beach, FLSkills
- Time management
- Cash management
- Pallet jack
- Store organization
- POS
- Inventory management
- Leadership
- Basic math
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Retail Sales
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Bachelors of Applied Science - Supervision and Management
Daytona State College
08.2025 - 10.2026
Grocery Team Leader
Publix
01.2025 - Current
Manager
Salty Dog Surf Shop
02.2022 - 01.2025
Associate's degree - Arts
Daytona State College
High school diploma -
UBIC Academy