Alex Vandenberg
Guelph,ON
Summary
Reliable and hardworking individual works autonomously or in teams. Experience in managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment. I am interested to start a career in business post my graduation from University this spring.
Objective:
To obtain a challenging and rewarding business role that utilizes my strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as my experience in financial analysis, project management, and business development. I am seeking an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team, learn from seasoned professionals, and use my customer service skills to make a positive impact on the organization's bottom line.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
Mark Anthony Group
11.2023 - Current
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Created merchandising plans based on customer buying habits and trends in the industry.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase brand presence in the marketplace.
Bartender
Brass Taps
Guelph, ON
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Successfully managed in a very fast paced environment
Server Bartender
Piattos Pizzeria + Enoteca
Guelph, ON
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Server/Bartender
Aberfoyle
Aberfoyle, ON
02.2017 - 03.2022
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Research Analyst
SPC commerce
Brampton, ON
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Analyzed and synthesized research results to present findings to leadership team.
- Recommended modifications or changes to strategies based on research results.
- Examined data using traditional and modern approaches.
Reverese Logistics
Danby Appliances
Guelph, ON
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Dispatched information to service providers to schedule freight movement.
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays.
- Collaborated with warehouse and other entities to coordinate physical movement of products between internal sites.
Landscape and Maintenence
PDI Bulk
Guelph, ON
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Planted flowers, bushes, shrubs, trees and grass.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
Education
BBA - Marketing Management
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON06.2023
High School Diploma -
Bishop Macdonell
Guelph, ON06.2019
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Planning events
- Social media digital marketing
- Statistical analysis
- Organized and detail oriented
- Excellent oral and written skills
- Strong communication skills
- Time oriented
- Advanced user of Microsoft Word, Excel & Powerpoint
- Interpersonal relationships
- Sales Strategies
- Visual Merchandising
- Brand Awareness
- POS
- Sales Techniques
- Active Listener
Extra Curricular Activities
- 2017 Baseball Coach April 2016
- Hamilton Cardinals Baseball Team 2017-2019, Pitcher, Team Captain
- Ontario Expos Baseball Team 2015-2016, Pitcher, Team Captain
- Guelph Minor League Baseball 2007-2014, Pitcher, Team Captain
- Playing drums
- Reading
Additional Information
- AWARDS , WCDSB V.I.P Award Awarded the Wellington Catholic District School Board Very Important Person Award for leadership skills demonstrated in my class and the greater school community All-Ontario Baseball Team Selected to play on an all ontario elite baseball team - Awarded Team Captain
Timeline
Merchandiser
Mark Anthony Group
11.2023 - Current
Landscape and Maintenence
PDI Bulk
05.2023 - 09.2023
Bartender
Brass Taps
09.2022 - 04.2023
Server Bartender
Piattos Pizzeria + Enoteca
04.2022 - 09.2022
Reverese Logistics
Danby Appliances
05.2021 - 09.2021
Server/Bartender
Aberfoyle
02.2017 - 03.2022
Research Analyst
SPC commerce
06.2016 - 09.2016
BBA - Marketing Management
University of Guelph
High School Diploma -
Bishop Macdonell
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