Ali Reza Afkari

** *********** *****, *********, **** Scotia, B2W 0E6

+1-902-***-**** acxvzm@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

An ambitious and hardworking individual, my significant tenures at highly respected companies is testament to my commitment and ability. I handle multiple tasks on a daily basis competently, working well under the pressure. Frequently acknowledged for contribution from senior management, I can provide value to your company.

EDUCATION

BSc Major in Computer Science Graduated May 2016

Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

SKILLS

Technical Skills:

? Microsoft Office: Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point, Word, Visio

? Programming Languages: Java, C++, Python and SQL

Non-Technical Skills:

? Capable of working under pressure and tight deadlines; all projects and assignments have been submitted within deadlines

? Able to work in fast paced environments

? Strong teamwork and project management skills demonstrated by completing projects

successfully at a university level

Languages:

? English, Persian and Arabic (Basic)

PROJECTS

Data Mining for bicycle industry May 2015 ? August 2015

Dalhousie University, Halifax Nova Scotia, Canada

? Built a database structure to support data analysis

? Imported data such as online bicycle sales and retail sales of a bicycle manufacture

? Analyzed and compared bicycle sales in different countries in every quarter of a year

? Identified the products that have highest and lowest cost/sale in every quarter

? Analysed the factors that affect bicycles sales such as people age, gender, income and geography for every country

? Recommended products that will increase the company?s total profit

Designing a database for a warehouse company May 2014 ? August 2014

Dalhousie University, Halifax Nova Scotia, Canada

? Identified the technical and functional requirements for the warehouses done

? Designed the database structure by building an entity relationship diagram

? Built the database in MS SQL and designed user friendly interface for the users

? Verified and validate the model by testing the database

? Created user manual

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Marketing Associate September 2015- August 2016

CrossMark, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

? Promoted new products at Walmart stores

? Sampled food products

? Understanding the feature of the products in order to promote them effectively

? Communicated with customers to know their feedback about their product

? Conveyed customer?s feedback to the manger

Accountant July 2013 ? September 2013

United Royal Co, Kuwait City, Kuwait

? Helped to purchase a new accounting software with higher capability for the company by researching about specification of alternative software

? Analyzed the sales, purchases and inventories from the accounting software and identified the products that have higher profit for each season

? Analysed the inventory data and identified the optimal replenishment frequency and quantity which resulted in 10% reduction in inventory costs

? Prepared profit and loss statements using the accounting software to help the company management make more informed decisions

Sales Associate May 2012- September 2012

Ettehad, Shiraz, Iran

? Managed inventory for clothing by tracking the number of items in the store and warehouse and reporting them to the management in a timely manner

? Dealt with customer needs in a fast and high stress environment by understanding the customer?s needs and communicating clearly

? Defused situations with agitated customers

? Collaborated with co-workers to achieve targeted goals by effective communication

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Volunteer

Feed Nova Scotia, Halifax, Canada 2013-2014

? Assisted in planning events to raise food

? Sorted donations into designated places

? Provided awareness about local food banks

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Soccer Tournaments

Soccer Nova Scotia, Halifax, Canada

? Coordinated weekly soccer games for international students

? Demonstrated leadership by introducing the rules of the game to everyone

? Sent weekly email to teams to ensure their availability for the game

Award

? Dean?s List: Fall 2010, Summer 2011

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