George Paulson
79 South Baxton St.
Portland, OR 97299
(603) 555 - 0928

Objective
A challenging Retail Management position in a fast paced environment that will allow for personal growth and career advancement.

Summary of Qualifications

• Retail Manager with experience with a major department store chain. Skilled at planning and budgeting; employee training; adherence to company standards; and customer relations.

Notable Achievements

• Redesigned Klein's floor layout, resulting in a more attractive store and a 300% increase in customer traffic.
• Averaged 17% year-to-year sales increase.

Experience

Klein's Department Store
Store Manager, 1998 - Present
Increased sales volume by 150 % in less than three years. Designed more attractive merchandise presentation strategies and special marketing campaigns, resulting in increased store traffic and profits. Hired and trained sales staff. Increased store inventory and expanded merchandise purchases. Responsibilities included purchasing, merchandising, customer service, and all facets of running a department store.

Strands Department Store
Men's Department Manager, 1996 - 1998
Promoted from hourly position. Responsible for increased sales through use of aggressive city-wide marketing campaign and more attractive department layout. Daily operations included cash deposits and inventory control.

Education

Portland State University, Portland, OR
B.A., Marketing, 1996
President, Business Ethics Society