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Bill Barlow

Knoxville,Tennessee

Summary

Dynamic call center representative with proven expertise in customer service optimization and technical support, honed at the State Of Nevada. Excelled in enhancing call center operations, achieving high customer satisfaction, through effective team supervision and training. Skilled interpersonal communication, successfully reduced personnel turnover and improved productivity by implementing strategic performance improvements. I was successful in applying strong communication and problem resolution skills to each customer issue. Solid history of surpassing productivity and quality targets in high-volume settings. Skillful in building long-lasting, loyal customer and inner agency relationships. I bring excellent organizational skills and talent for overcoming customer objections. Self-motivated and true team player. Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in Law Enforcement and customer relations. Solid and dedicated team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with co-workers & clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing the businesses. Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires and providing customized solutions to build trust & loyalty. Able to work well in a Fast Passed Environment. I am strong in problem-solving dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. I am a hardworking and passionate person with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Call Center Representative position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies. Experienced Supervisor leading team members on-time job completion. Assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals. Accomplished Supervisor focused on meeting customer expectations and achieving company goals. Drives success by directing high-producing teams while developing lasting employee rapport. Exceptional knowledge of cost-reduction methods and streamlining production processes. Energetic Supervisor successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success. Quick-thinking Supervisor recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and inventory control. Cultivates rapport with co-workers & supervision to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Call Center Representative - Supervisor

State Of Nevada
05.2014 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw employee performance to foster accurate prioritization and achievement of customer service calls
  • Monitored call quality and provided individual constructive feedback to enhance performance and address areas in need of improvement.
  • As a Call Center Representative I provided excellent customer service to callers requiring assistance in Law Enforcement and State of Nevada issues.
  • Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
  • Executed Monthly Performance Plans with representatives to to identify production gaps.
  • Reduced personnel turnover by developing and implementing performance evaluations to support corrective action planning.
  • Collaborated with training team to boost product support and certification training initiatives.
  • Improved organizational efficiency by effectively recruiting new hires and supporting management with personnel decisions.
  • Increased efficiency and productivity through effective staff training regarding customer service protocols and call resolution techniques and at the same reviewed customer service calls where there were issues.
  • Managed scheduling for all Call Center Representatives.
  • Developed process controls and metrics for daily management of call center.
  • Minimized workflow issues by cross-training staff on technical procedures, protocols and customer service practices.
  • Created team rotations to man center effectively during peak hours.
  • Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures.
  • Trained team members on performance metrics and consumer behavior identification.
  • Communicated best practices among on-site and off-sit employees to align efforts and goals.
  • Improved productivity of customer service team by leading training initiatives and revamping schedules.
  • Developed and enforced policies and procedures for compliance with company policies.
  • Coordinated with other departments to provide smooth execution of customer relationships
  • Communicated customer feedback and complaints to team members to promote proper resolution.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings to discuss challenges, successes and strategies.
  • Sought out extra training opportunities to enhance customer service relationships.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products, services and issues.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Created and maintained detailed database.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Developed and implemented customer service policies to enhance satisfaction.
  • Solicited customer feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
  • Boosted team performance by developing customer service training materials and conducting service training.
  • Frequently inspected customer service rep area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Chapman University-State Fullerton-Phoenix Online
Orange, CA-Fullerton, CA
06.1995

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Technical Support
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Call Control
  • Complaint resolution
  • Quality Assurance
  • Report Preparation
  • Communicating with clients
  • Calm disposition
  • Delivery Tracking
  • Inbound - Outbound Phone Call Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Call Center Customer Service
  • Customer communications
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Training experience
  • Building rapport
  • Customer service optimization
  • Product Knowledge
  • Brand representation
  • Resolving issues
  • Logging call information
  • Performance monitoring
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Answering questions
  • System Documentation
  • Call Center Operations
  • Gathering information
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Quality Control
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Account Management
  • Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Call Center Representative - Supervisor

State Of Nevada
05.2014 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Chapman University-State Fullerton-Phoenix Online
Bill Barlow