Andrew Piercy
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in leadership, sales, and military operations. Proven track record of achieving top rankings in sales at Best Buy and leading teams through high-pressure environments in the U.S. Army. Currently pursuing an Associate's Degree in Biology with plans to advance in the Zookeeping Technology program and obtain a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, demonstrating a strong commitment to wildlife conservation and education.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Leader
Best Buy
02.2024 - Current
- As a shift lead I am responsible for ensuring the safety of the store after closing hours and coaching younger salesmen in my department
- While being a shift lead I maintained my top 10 ranking each month
Sales Associate
Best Buy
11.2023 - 02.2024
- In my short time as a sales associate I was consistently ranked in the top 10 sales associates in our marketplace, consisting of all Best Buy's in Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico
- I was ranked number 1 for the month of February
Vehicle Commander
U.S. Army
02.2022 - 08.2023
- As a Vehicle Commander I am responsible for over 5 million dollars of equipment, I also am in charge of one soldier, training him to be more effective at his job
- I often lead a convoy making sure that we follow the route that was given to us, as well as providing information surrounding the convoy that is important to the commander of the convoy
Fire Team Leader
U.S. Army
06.2021 - 02.2022
- As a fire team leader I lead a team of 3 soldiers, through field training and assisting them in their personal life
- I helped to ensure that they had no personal problems and did whatever I could to help solve any issues they may have had
- I trained these soldiers to be more proficient at their job and affording them the opportunity to excel and advance
Training Room Clerk
U.S. Army
06.2018 - 01.2020
- While I held this position I was responsible for helping to keep my company working smoothly
- I did a variety of administrative work including excel spreadsheets, writing memorandums, correcting awards, and working with a higher echelon
- I personally ensured that important paperwork was submitted to and accepted by the correct person
- I helped to track our units while in the field, keeping track of their locations and any reports that needed to be sent to a higher command
Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army
01.2017 - 07.2018
- I worked as a mounted cavalry scout for my first year in the army
- While I held this position I was a machine gunner on a HMMWV (Humvee)
- I did multiple training events in Louisiana, Kentucky, and the Big Island Hawaii
- I was working 2 levels above my rank during these training events
- I assisted my team to successfully complete these missions by providing effective fire, assisting in navigating the vehicle through unimproved terrain, and providing clear communication of our surroundings and route
Crew Member
Little Caesars Pizza
01.2012 - 06.2016
- I worked as a cook, cashier, dishwasher, and assisted the manager in closing the store at night, often times by myself
- I worked here for 30+ hours a week while attending high school
Education
Associate's degree - Biology
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO03.2025
High school diploma -
Cranberry Area Jshs
Cranberry, PA05.2016
Skills
- Time management
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Office
- Military
- Computer skills
- Joint operations
- DoD experience
- Data collection
- Military operations
- Sales
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Team collaboration
- Research methodology
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Employee training
- Staff education and training
- Staff supervision
Certification
- Secret Clearance
- Driver's License
Awards
- Army Good Conduct Medal, 08/01/22, Awarded to individuals that had no negative action taken on them for a 3 year period.
- Army Achievement Medal, 01/01/20, Awarded for outstanding service to my unit.
- Army Good Conduct Medal, 08/01/19, Awarded to individuals that had no negative action taken on them for a 3 year period.
Timeline
Shift Leader
Best Buy
02.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Best Buy
11.2023 - 02.2024
Vehicle Commander
U.S. Army
02.2022 - 08.2023
Fire Team Leader
U.S. Army
06.2021 - 02.2022
Training Room Clerk
U.S. Army
06.2018 - 01.2020
Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army
01.2017 - 07.2018
Crew Member
Little Caesars Pizza
01.2012 - 06.2016
High school diploma -
Cranberry Area Jshs
Associate's degree - Biology
Pikes Peak Community College
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