George Paulson
79 South Baxton St.
Portland, OR 97299
(603)
555 - 0928
Objective
A challenging Retail Management position in a fast paced environment
that will allow for personal growth and career advancement.
Summary of Qualifications
• Retail Manager with experience with a major department store
chain. Skilled at planning and
budgeting; employee training; adherence to company standards; and customer
relations.
Notable Achievements
• Redesigned Klein's floor layout, resulting in a more attractive store
and a 300% increase in customer traffice.
• Averaged 17% year-to-year sales increase.
Experience
Klein's Department Store
Store Manager, 1998 -
Present
Increased sales volume by 150 % in less than three years. Designed more attractive merchandise
presentation strategies and special marketing campaigns, resulting in increased
store traffic and profits. Hired and
trained sales staff. Increased store
inventory and expanded merchandise purchases.
Responsibilities included purchasing, merchandising, customer
service, and all facets of running a
department store.
Strands Department Store
Men's Department Manager,
1996 - 1998
Promoted from hourly position.
Responsible for increased sales through use of aggressive city-wide
marketing campaign and more attractive department layout. Daily operations included cash deposits and
inventory control.
Education
Portland State University, Portland, OR
B.A., Marketing, 1996
President, Business Ethics Society
