Manager
Resume:
Corey Larkins
West Bloomfield, MI, 48322
*********@*****.***
Objective:
*To obtain an Management position in which my knowledge, skills
and abilities will be effectively utilized to their fullest extent for the benefit of my employer.
Education:
*Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
*Bachelor of Science, May 2001
*Major: Human Resources
Experience:
Sales Manager, Staples, Ann Arbor, MI 10/ 2007 - Present
*Implemented practices and enforced policies, resulting in 8% comp of total sales numbers and greatly
increased the productivity of sales associates resulting in doubling of store metrics.
*Exercised role model behavior with a high degree of personal integrity to influence employees
in a positive way to improve productivity.
*Exhibited a systematic approach to decision making by being creative to increase sales in a difficult
environment.
Sales Manager, Babies R Us, Sterling Heights, MI 4/2007 – 10/2007
* Actively adapted a broader understanding of the Company's business strategy and practices to
my own organization for the good of the company.
* Consistently used creative ideas to help grow the business resulting in a last to first place ranking in
service plans
Sales Manager, OfficeMax, Ann Arbor, MI 5/2005 – 4/2007
*Communicated effectively with others in the work environment through excellent verbal and
written communication skills, resulting in an efficient and smooth running work environment.
*Investigated and resolved inquiries/problems in a timely manner while working under pressure to
meet deadlines.
*Used strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills to identify and recommend
procedural changes to improve the work environment.
IT Recruiter, The Epitec Group, Southfield, MI 8/2004 – 5/2005
*Effectively searched Internet job boards such as Dice, Monster and Michigan Talent Bank to
place IT candidates at, DaimlerChrysler, AAA, and other large industry clients.
*Prepared/coached candidates for interviews with clients resulting in a 9% increase in
placements.
*Performed employee benefits administration and policy interpretation for new hires.
Sales / Logistics Manager, OfficeMax, Novi, MI 5/2001 – 8/2004
*Promoted from Sales Supervisor to Assistant Sales / Logistics Manager in less than one year
improving sales.
*Exhibited a systematic approach to decision making by being creative to increase sales.
*Instrumental in implementing practices and enforcing policies, resulting in higher productivity of
sales associates.
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