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Sales Manager

Location:
Swartz Creek, MI, 48473
Posted:
January 13, 2011

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Resume:

Mark A. Gonyea

**** ******** **.

Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Home-810-***-****

Cell- 810-***-****

Dear Sir/Madam:

In the interest of possible employment with your company, I am submitting

my resume for your review and consideration.

As my resume reflects, I have extensive background in all aspects of

Retail/Merchandising Management, Sales and Merchandising. I work very well

with others, am self motivated, dedicated and dependable. I feel with

these qualities, I would be a valuable addition to your staff. I would

appreciate the opportunity to discuss with you my qualifications and your

current staffing needs. Please contact me at the above address or phone

number regarding a time for an interview at your convenience.

Thank you for your time and courtesy in reviewing my resume and for your

forthcoming response.

Sincerely,

Mark A. Gonyea

Mark A. Gonyea

5378 Winshall Dr.

Swartz Creek, MI 48473

810-***-****

E-mail: Malatt @ Comcast.net

Objective

Retail/Merchandising Management, Merchandising Representative or Sales

Representative, giving me an opportunity for a growing career, utilization

of skills, and advancement with a reputable retail or merchandising

company.

Summary of Qualifications

Background includes experience and education that has provided a detailed

working knowledge of these key areas: Maximizing Sales ( Merchandising and

Retail Management ( Marketing ( Scheduling ( Inventory and Audit Control (

Associate Relations ( P&L Reports ( OSHA and MSDS Standards ( Loss

Prevention ( Computer Skills ( Retail Reports.

Excellent oral, written, analytical and organizational skills. Able to

interface with all levels of management, co-workers and the public. Work

well under pressure and against deadlines. Take charge of situations and

deliver appropriate and productive results. Able to write orders on

products needed and work lows and outs reports.

Educational Background

Mott Community College Major: Business Management and Administration

Ferris State College

Employment Background

Territory Manager, Central Garden & Pet, Atlanta, Ga. /Pennington Seed,

Inc. Madison Ga., April 2001- April 2009

Responsibilities: Managed multi- million dollar Territory and merchandisers

in two states with responsibilities including but not limited to various

tasks such as hiring work staff, tracking and increasing sales, building

relationships with upper management level contacts, oversee daily

operations of company in my territory. Work as national merchandising and

sales representative at major retail and home improvement chains such as

Lowe's and Home Depot across Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. Set-up and build

displays and POP materials, cross merchandise, track sales, set products

for new stores, order and maintain stock levels as needed, stock products.

Teach informational classes on product knowledge to employees. Obtained

Region of the Year Award with company for 2008.

Merchandising Representative, PMR INC. Oswego, Ill, April 2000- April 2001

Responsibilities: Service 10-15 different lines of products at major retail

chains throughout Michigan. Set-up and build displays and POP materials,

cross-merchandise, track sales, set products for new stores, order

merchandise when needed. Represent companies at different Trade Shows

across the United States. Keep products clean, neat looking and stocked at

all times. Teach informational classes on products as needed to employees

at retail and warehouse chains.

Department Manager/Item Audit and Loss Prevention, Sam's Club, Flint, MI,

August 1990 - April 2000

Responsibilities: Have worked as TMA Supervisor and Department Manager

in different areas of the Club. Managing all aspects of department

service, maintaining contact with manufacturers, buyers and store

management to ensure that all merchandising, marketing, inventory control,

problem solving, sales support, scheduling and associate relations are

carried out. Track sales of items and end caps in department and create

ways to increase sales. Research, maintain and solve loss prevention

issues within the Club. Make sure inventory levels are correct at all times

to reduce shrink.

Accomplishments and Extracurricular Activities

. Received the William Brownfield Memorial Award for Outstanding First Year

Jaycee; Membership Vice President of Swartz Creek Jaycees

. Completed Graphic Arts Specialty Program in High School

. Assistant Varsity/JV Girls Soccer Coach at Powers Catholic High School,

Assistant Varsity/JV Boys Soccer Coach at Swartz Creek High School,

. Volunteered as coach for Boys Baseball, Gils Softball for Swartz Creek

Youth Program, AYSO Boys and Girls Soccer

. Volunteer work for Children's Miracle Network and DARE Program

. Have worked as Membership Chairman and Legislative Representative for

Syring Elementary PTA.

. Member of Swartz Creek Lodge #458 of Free and Accepted Masons

References available upon request.



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