Charles Kelley

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. - Nelson Mandela

United States

About

Experience

  • Defense Commissary Agency (6 yrs 11 mos)
    • Assistant Commissary Officer
      Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Store Director
      Oct 2022 - Dec 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    • Store Administrator
      Aug 2020 - Oct 2022 · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Adjunct Professor at McKendree University
    Jan 2019 - May 2019 · 5 mos

  • Retail Sales Merchandiser at Advantage Solutions: Sales, Marketing, Technology
    Feb 2018 - Jan 2019 · 1 yr

    I maintain internal operations related to display design, shelving, merchandising for companies within local Targets and grocery stores. I ensure proper point-of-sale placement, lucrative display locations, and a well-stocked inventory. I interpret consumer needs and facilitate open communication with store leaders to verify that companies are meeting customer demand. I am entrusted to enter information into the tablet such as time sheets and employee sick days. I represent the Unilever Brand which include but not limited to Dove, Hellmann's, Knorr, and Ben & Jerry's.

  • Regional Coverage Manager at Acosta Sales and Marketing Co
    2013 - 2017 · 4 yrs

    I steered internal operations related to display design, shelving, merchandising for companies within 20 local Wal-Mart stores. I ensured proper point-of-sale placement, lucrative display locations, and a well-stocked inventory. I interpreted consumer needs and facilitated open communication with store leaders to verify that companies are meeting customer demand. I was key in conducting resets. I was entrusted to enter information into the tablet such as time sheets and employee sick days. I incorporated use of the Spark application to determine correct pricing and product integrity. I represented notable name brands including Clorox, McCormick, KAO, and Kellogg’s.

  • Retail Merchandising Specialist at Advantage Sales and Marketing
    2011 - 2012 · 1 yr

    I worked closely with executive leadership teams to strategize on proper display adjustments and monitor inventory stock levels. I oversaw the maintenance and verified the working order of refrigeration units. I orchestrated proactive repair checks and scheduled defrosting. I spearheaded account management for Super-Fridge, handled all service orders, and addressed concerns. I locked in retention by providing excellent customer service and acting as main point-of-contact.