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Matthew Shields

Saint John,NB

Summary

Reliable team member with a variety of practical skills. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines. Experience in retail management, design, the service industry, & industrial & automotive sectors.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Print Specialist, Lead Designer

Pristine Custom MFG.
01.2024 - Current
  • Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to clients.
  • Used Adobe Creative Suite to edit images for use in clothing manufacturing and marketing campaigns.
  • Leveraged industry knowledge to provide efficient garment printing solutions for clients.
  • Developed solutions for printing & shipping with drop-ship clients.

Co-Owner, General Manager, Lead Designer

Pristine Life Inc.
06.2015 - 01.2024
  • Established day-to-day processes for business operations.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer services operations efficiently.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.

Service Advisor/Sales

Loch Lomond Mitsubishi
03.2014 - 06.2015
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.

Customer Service/Picker/Dispatcher

NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
10.2009 - 06.2011

- Helped customers in person and on the phone

- Received and stocked inventory

- Kept warehouse tidy

- Coordinated parts deliveries across the city

Education

Pursued B.A. With Specialized Focus - Economics

St. Thomas University
Fredericton, NB

High School Diploma -

Kennebecasis Valley High School
Quispamsis, NB
06.2007

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Project Planning
  • Customer Relations
  • Creative
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Print Specialist, Lead Designer

Pristine Custom MFG.
01.2024 - Current

Co-Owner, General Manager, Lead Designer

Pristine Life Inc.
06.2015 - 01.2024

Service Advisor/Sales

Loch Lomond Mitsubishi
03.2014 - 06.2015

Customer Service/Picker/Dispatcher

NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
10.2009 - 06.2011

Pursued B.A. With Specialized Focus - Economics

St. Thomas University

High School Diploma -

Kennebecasis Valley High School
Matthew Shields