Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
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Manuel R. Smith

Durham

Summary

Highly motivated Business Associate with experience in project coordination, stakeholder management and strategic planning. Strong analytical skills, adept at identifying business needs and determining solutions. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes for increased efficiency while meeting tight deadlines. Proven track record of contributing to team objectives and driving business growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Football Coach

Northern High School
Durham
02.2025 - Current
  • Support student-athletes academically by reinforcing the importance of balancing schoolwork and athletics, promoting strong study habits and time management skills.
  • Mentor and motivate student-athletes, fostering leadership, discipline, and sportsmanship on and off the field.
  • Assist in daily practice planning by organizing drills, skill development exercises, and conditioning routines to maximize player growth.

Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Autopark Chrysler Jeep (Holman)
Cary
11.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accurate handling, labeling, and documentation of all incoming and outgoing materials.
  • Communicated with vendors and carriers to resolve shipping discrepancies and track urgent orders.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently load, unload, and organize inventory in compliance with safety protocols.

Commercial and Parts Sales Manager

Autozone
Raleigh
05.2021 - 02.2024
  • Plan, develop, and coordinate the preparation of system operating/cash flow targets to ensure efficient financial management by preparing comprehensive financial statements.
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers, serving as the primary point of contact for products.
  • Implement sales strategies and promotional initiatives to maximize revenue and profitability.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments such as logistics to fulfill customer orders and resolve issues efficiently.

Arena Operations Supervisor

Segra Stadium
Fayetteville
10.2020 - 05.2021
  • Lead, direct, and manage inbound and outbound site operations to ensure that operations staff implement service agreements above customer standards.
  • Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
  • Developed a rapport with guests and various media and production teams to build effective media relations.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
12.2023

Bachelor of Business Administration - Concentration in Marketing

North Carolina Central University
12.2021

Diploma -

Scotland High School
05.2018

Skills

  • Financial Analysis
  • Business Development
  • Market Research
  • Strategic Planning and Thinking
  • Analytic Reasoning
  • Adaptability
  • Project management
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Decision making
  • Relationship building
  • Operations management

Certification

  • Forklift
  • CPR/AED

References

Professional references available upon request.

Volunteer Experience

  • Football Camp Coach/Coordinator, 04/21, Present, Designed and implemented structured training programs to enhance player skills, teamwork, and game strategies., Led daily drills and conditioning sessions to improve player performance., Provided individualized coaching to athletes, focusing on technique, fundamentals, and position-specific skills.
  • Mentor, Allen Chapel, Laurel Hill, NC, 06/15, Present, Created programs to improve the well-being of youth academically, mentally, and emotionally., Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for young teens dealing with different difficult life transitions.

Timeline

Assistant Football Coach

Northern High School
02.2025 - Current

Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Autopark Chrysler Jeep (Holman)
11.2024 - Current

Commercial and Parts Sales Manager

Autozone
05.2021 - 02.2024

Arena Operations Supervisor

Segra Stadium
10.2020 - 05.2021

Master of Business Administration -

North Carolina Central University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Concentration in Marketing

North Carolina Central University

Diploma -

Scotland High School
Manuel R. Smith