Matthew Carolan
Mullagh,Cavan
Summary
Highly motivated and hard-working graduate in business studies looking to gain experience and develop new knowledge and skills. Years of experience working in retail have developed good skills when it comes to working in a team, communicating and listening effectively. This experience has brought new learning opportunities and a better understanding into how to contribute positively to constructive work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Retail assistant
Royal County Services
Navan, Meath
2019.05 - 2026.04
- Specialized in dealing with customers and advising them on which of the store's products best suited their needs.
- Carried out inspection of deliveries on arrival to make sure that it matched what had been ordered.
- Monitored display stock levels, and replenished the sales floor consistently, ensuring it remained well-stocked.
- Placed orders with suppliers and sales reps for items that were out of stock. Discussed new product offers with sales reps.
- Prepared cash and cheques received for regular bank lodgements.
- Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
- Boosted sales through suggestive selling techniques.
- Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
Education
Leaving Cert - Maths, English, Irish, French, Business, P.E, History
Virginia College
Virginia, Cavan 2015.09 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Business Studies - International Business
Maynooth University
Maynooth, Co Kildare 2021.09 - 2024.05
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of SPSS Statistics software
- Excellent decision making and problem solving skills through years of retail experience
- Developed team-work, presentation and communication skills through various group projects and other collaborations
Accomplishments
Achieved perfect attendance for all years of secondary school.
Certificate for Cooperation and Diligence in secondary school for 2016/17 and 2018/19.
Affiliations
- I have played Gaelic football for my local GAA club from a young age. I have also played various other sports such as basketball, tennis and pitch and putt. As well as that, I enjoy going out jogging and going to the gym.
- I have an interest in current affairs and enjoy listening to podcasts and reading online articles to keep up to date.
- I have a keen interest in history and enjoy reading books in order to broaden my knowledge on areas of history that interest me.
Timeline
Bachelor of Business Studies - International Business
Maynooth University
2021.09 - 2024.05
Retail assistant
Royal County Services
2019.05 - 2026.04
Leaving Cert - Maths, English, Irish, French, Business, P.E, History
Virginia College
2015.09 - 2020.05