Matthew Foster
P.O. Box ***
Central Square, New York 13036
***********@*****.***
Objective: Seek a position with a company to advance my skills and career
goals
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
. Over twelve years of experience as a business manager and
supervisor
. Proven integrity with large amounts of revenue and equipment
. Successful in learning or comprehending new systems and
methods
. Self-motivated and confident in making independent decisions
WORK HISTORY
2012-2013 Department Manager Price Rite
Supermarkets
. Increased sales and reduced shrink for a record breaking Meat
Department
. Responsible for weekly inventory, meeting company budgets and
ordering
. Merchandised to increase sales from $100k a week to $150k a
week
. Obtained a gross profit increase of 10%
2011- 2012 Sales Management National Income
Life
. Successfully managed team and was in top 50
managers in the country in January
. Established as a top producer and was promoted within 6
months of start date
. Directed team to follow strict procedures and laws
. Promoted an increase in sales to break NY state records
2008- 2011 Store Manager Quickway Food
Stores
. Transformed declining sales and profits to an increase in
three store locations
. Contributed positive ideas that lead to change in numerous
company policies
. Created computer based forms to effectively aid stores with in
the district
. Merchandised stores to effectively increase gross profit
margin
. Established policies and procedures while effectively managing
employees
2004-2008 Line Supervisor (Aircraft Mechanic) United
States Air Force
. Supervision of over $100 billion of equipment
. Managed group of people to maintain over 24 aircraft on a
daily basis to be
mission capable at a moments notice
. Experience in handling confidential material
. Motivated co-workers to do their best in the worst conditions
while serving in Iraq
. Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and
confidence in decisions through
performance in war situations
. Catalogued records for the maintenance and upkeep of military
aircraft using complex
technical computer programs and forms
2001-2004 Swing Manager McDonald's Family
Restaurant
. Administered customer service by ensuring product integrity
and specifications, which increased customer population by 10%
. Advertised strong emphases customer satisfaction and
guarantee, which resulted in 4% profit goal set by company
. Supervised a crew of 10 on daily basis, including evaluation
and discipline
. Delegated employees to complete tasks in a tactical manor to
ensure smooth business operation
EDUCATION
Community College of the Air Force
New York State Regents High School Diploma