Matthew Pugliese
Newmarket
Summary
Management Economics & Finance student with strong analytical and organizational skills developed through academic projects, a summer internship, and part-time employment. Experienced in financial data tracking, teamwork, and presenting ideas to diverse audiences. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with proven ability to balance multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship (Finance Department)
Teamgroup
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Created and tracked weekly and monthly purchase orders, including recurring service items such as uniforms, equipment, and supplies.
- Monitored order confirmations and pricing to make sure they matched purchase orders, reporting errors or changes to the team.
- Collected purchasing data from different sites, organized it, and supported the preparation of summaries for management.
- Reviewed vendor information in Jonas, updated contact and payment details, and removed duplicate or inactive accounts to keep records accurate.
- Assisted with organizing historical purchase orders by category and status to improve reporting and tracking.
- Helped with vendor onboarding by checking application forms and supporting standardization projects for frequently purchased items.
Producer's Clerk
Longo's
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Responded to customer feedback, addressing concerns and improving service quality.
- Stocked produce displays with fresh fruits and vegetables, keeping items organized and accessible.
- Implemented merchandising strategies, creating attractive produce displays to enhance sales.
- Maintained cleanliness of department while adhering to health code regulations.
- Assisted customers with product selection and answered questions regarding nutritional value or storage tips.
Sales Associate
Uniform Basics
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Supports sales floor, fitting rooms, cash, and item restock as required
- Able to engage with customers to identify needs
- Promoted sales, allowing for great sales and costumer services skills
- Worked with money and handling cash from costumers
- Flexible and adaptable to work shifts that meet the needs of the business
- Team player and work well without supervision
Sales Assistant
Century 21
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Office management including file organization, scheduling appointments, addressing inquiries, maintaining a clean work environment
- Worked in a environment surrounding money and sales
- Developed marketing materials for listings, improving visibility and client interest.
- Installed for-sale signs and handed out flyers to promote the agent.
Education
BBA - Management Economics And Finance
University of Guelph
Guelph, None04-2028
Skills
- Communication Skills: Pitched a business idea as part of the Great Ethical Dilemma case competition in first year; presented to judges alongside a team of 4–5 members
- Analytical Skills: Applied financial concepts from Management Economics & Finance coursework; analyzed procurement data during internship to identify trends and support reporting
- Project & Time Management: Balanced academics, part-time work, and volunteer roles while meeting deadlines; coordinated tasks with team members during group projects and events
- Adaptability & Learning: Learned and used Jonas software to update vendor records and support workflow improvements during internship; open to adopting new tools and processes
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and LinkedIn Also social medias such as instagram, tiktok, and twitter
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Performed in a band, posting daily videos and coordinating practices; balanced commitments between school, work, and music while meeting deadlines
Affiliations
- Musician
- Sports
- Physical training
- Read
- Outdoor Activities
- Runner
- Rock climbing
Awards
- Honor Roll, 2024-2025, University of Guelph
- Honor Roll, 2020 - 2021, St. Max Kolbe CHS
- Certificate of Responsibility, 2020 - 2021, St. Max Kolbe CHS
- Certificate of Virtue, 2019 - 2020, St. Jerome CES
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Internship (Finance Department)
Teamgroup
05.2025 - 09.2025
Producer's Clerk
Longo's
02.2024 - 08.2024
Sales Associate
Uniform Basics
06.2023 - 08.2024
Sales Assistant
Century 21
01.2021 - 01.2022
BBA - Management Economics And Finance
University of Guelph