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Mathew Parriss

Mathew Parriss

Manchester

Summary

A business-minded and entrepreneurial retail associate with experience at Pets At Home in Stratford Upon Avon since February 2024, now working under a student contract while pursuing a degree in International Business Management at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), with expected graduation in 2027. Recognised as Employee of the Month within two months of joining, demonstrating a strong work ethic and adaptability. Skilled in inventory management, product merchandising, and delivering expert customer advice.

Passionate about business, entrepreneurship, and stock market investing, with a keen interest in staying up to date with the economic climate, growing trends, and business analysis. The International Business Management degree is well suited to these passions, providing a solid foundation in global business practices and market dynamics. Open to internships and actively gaining practical experience through volunteering work, helping to cultivate mushroom farming alongside studying. Dedicated to maintaining a fit and healthy lifestyle through regular gym workouts. Aspires to work for a large multinational S&P 500 company in the future. Adept at multitasking, problem-solving, and working collaboratively in fast-paced environments

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Retail sales associate

Pets At Home
Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire
02.2024 - Current

Accounts assistant

Hillfox Produce Ltd
Evesham , Gloucestershire
06.2024 - 07.2024

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Business Management

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09.2024 - 06.2027

A-Levels - Geography, Business, Philosophy

Alcester Grammar School
Alcester
09.2022 - 06.2024

GCSEs -

Chipping Campden School
Chipping Campden
09.2017 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Time management
  • Product knowledge
  • Effective communication
  • Stock management
  • Cash handling
  • Sales techniques

Affiliations

  • Stock Market Investing
  • Manchester United Season Ticket Holder
  • Volenteering

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - International Business Management

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2024 - 06.2027

Accounts assistant

Hillfox Produce Ltd
06.2024 - 07.2024

Retail sales associate

Pets At Home
02.2024 - Current

A-Levels - Geography, Business, Philosophy

Alcester Grammar School
09.2022 - 06.2024

GCSEs -

Chipping Campden School
09.2017 - 06.2022
Mathew Parriss