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Ashley Gallentine

Lexington,SC

Summary

Detail-oriented Clerk equipped with administrative, organizational and customer service skills. Enhances operations with accurate recordkeeping and timely resolutions for diverse problems. Great at managing time in fast-paced environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Control Clerk, Senior

City of Columbia Wastewater Department
Columbia, SC
02.2020 - Current
  • Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
  • Examined shipment contents and compare with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
  • Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
  • Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
  • Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting or recordkeeping purposes.
  • Requisitioned and stored shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
  • Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
  • Troubleshot issues related to shipping and receiving in compliance with corporate procedures.
  • Corresponded with establishment representatives to rectify damages, shortages or nonconformance to specifications.
  • Determined shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.

Customer Service Manager

Walmart, Inc
Irmo, SC
05.2014 - 06.2020
  • Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment.
  • Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
  • Maintained knowledge of company products and services to promptly resolve complaints and concerns.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity.
  • Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Investigated sensitive customer service complaints and delivered prompt resolution to customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered continuous training to associates to maximize performance and customer relations skills.
  • Evaluated and authenticated returns, exchanges and voids.
  • Set clear expectations and helped employees pursue optimal paths for achieving each target.
  • Led team engagement to assist cross-functional departments and achieve goals.
  • Organized shift assignments to meet expected coverage demands by factoring in typical loads and upcoming changes.
  • Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current.
  • Provided resolution of unusual billing by conducting research, reviewing findings and making recommendations.

Lead Administrative Assistant

City of Columbia Street Department
Columbia, SC
08.2014 - 02.2020
  • Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
  • Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
  • Inventoried and ordered supplies for office.
  • Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
  • Maintained accurate department and customer records.
  • Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
  • Composed correspondence, reports and meeting notes.
  • Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to prepare for payroll processing.
  • Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
  • Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming faxes, letters and emails for office distribution.
  • Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
  • Drove customer feedback to deliver information to management for corrective action.
  • Executed on-time, under-budget projects by solving complex issues for senior leadership.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

WestShore Community College
Scottville, MI

Skills

  • Support Services
  • Effective Leadership
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Goal Setting
  • Customer Support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Building Exercises
  • Records Management
  • Materials Requisition
  • Shipment Inspection
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Material Control Clerk, Senior

City of Columbia Wastewater Department
02.2020 - Current

Lead Administrative Assistant

City of Columbia Street Department
08.2014 - 02.2020

Customer Service Manager

Walmart, Inc
05.2014 - 06.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

WestShore Community College
Ashley Gallentine