Management, sales, design
Resume:
Muhammad Farooq
New Hudson, MI *****
*******************@*****.***
Experienced multicultural individual with fluency in four languages and education from multiple countries. Proven track record of success in business ownership, specializing in custom jewelry. Strong leadership, management, sales, time management, and customer service skills. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Store Owner and Operator
Sana diamonds - Mobile, AL
January 2011 to February 2021
As the owner of a fine gold and diamond jewelry store, my responsibilities included managing all aspects of the business, from training employees to ordering and managing inventory, scheduling, payroll, taxes, and customer service. I stayed up-to-date on industry trends and changes, collaborating with vendors and suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing and terms. I developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive sales, while maintaining compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines. I consistently demonstrated strong leadership and management skills, effectively training, motivating, and managing employees to achieve our sales goals and maintain customer satisfaction.
Owner and Operator
Southern Smoke - Mobile, AL
January 2015 to February 2017
As the owner of a smoke shop, I was responsible for training employees, managing scheduling, and ordering inventory of tobacco products, cigars, hookahs, vapes, and e-cigarettes. Additionally, I oversaw branding and marketing efforts to increase visibility and drive sales, while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines. I worked closely with vendors and suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing and terms, and stayed up-to-date on industry trends and changes. Through effective leadership and management, I motivated and trained employees to achieve sales goals and maintain customer satisfaction.
Education
Master's degree in Business Administration
University of South Alabama - Mobile, AL
January 2016 to December 2018
Bachelor's degree in Business
University of South Alabama - Mobile, AL
January 2009 to February 2014
Skills
• Merchandising
• Purchasing
• Recruiting
• Retail Management
• Sales Management
• Store Management Experience
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• AutoCAD
• Logo design
• Computer literacy
• Marketing
• Sales
• Insurance sales
• Communication skills
• Customer service
• Math
• Bilingual
• Hospitality
• Time management
• Branding
• Project management (8 years)
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