Implemented innovative methods for streamlining the customer service process.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat.
Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
Maintained a high level of professionalism when dealing with difficult customers.
Parts Sales Manager
AutoZone
Uhrichsville, OH
12.2020 - 10.2021
Assists Store Manager with supervising, training and developing store personnel
Assumes responsibility for the store operation and commercial department in the Commercial Sales Manager and Store Manager’s absence, on assigned shifts
Assists with management of the Commercial and Hub Departments, (as applicable), to ensure commercial accounts and stores are serviced and deliveries are made as promised
Delegates and ensures store merchandising tasks are completed in a timely manner
Operates cash registers and follows established cash handling duties, including but not limited to deposits, petty cash and lane accountability
Ensures all company policies, and loss prevention procedures are followed
Utilizes ZNET to help customers locate merchandise or find suitable alternatives
Maintains a safe working environment while ensuring employees are implementing those practices including PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Monitors cash flow, inventory and security control
Maintains sales productivity, store appearance and merchandising standards
Conducts and reviews all opening and closing procedures
Manages emergency situations and conduct proper emergency procedures
Follows proper accident procedures
Provides feedback regarding employee performance to the store manager
Assists with monitoring and managing all activities related to Risk & Safety Management to maintain a safe work environment
Addresses customer concerns and resolves them with a goal of turning a complaint into a compliment
Processes returns and effectively manages inventory
Safety Coordinator
Minnesota Limited LLC
Big Lake, MN
06.2016 - 04.2019
Perform and document investigations into vehicle accidents, employee injuries, incidents, and near misses
Perform new employee orientation and drug and alcohol testing on-site for all new hires, rehires, reasonable suspicion, and appropriate randomly selected employees
Possess strong working knowledge of Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration regulations
Possess working knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations
Identify best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices
Perform safety audits and inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance
Projects: CPG- Line 1570 Waynesburg, PA (Phase 1), CPG-Line 1570-Canonsburg, PA (Phase 2), XCL Midstream- Moundsville, WV (5 Gathering Lines)
Education
Studied Environmental Biology
Ohio University
09.1993
Studied Biology
University of Akron
09.1991
Some College (No Degree) - Health Safety Environmental Studies
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Skills
First Aid and CPR
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe
Experienced and effective public speaker
Routine customer interaction
Data Entry
Data Collection
Product Knowledge
Complaint resolution
Information Security
Inbound and Outbound Calling
Typing proficiency
Critical Thinking
Warranty Service
Technical Support
Customer Relations
Researching
Problem Resolution
Computer Proficiency
Order Prosessing
Research
Spreadsheets
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
Summit Racing Equipment
03.2022 - Current
Parts Sales Manager
AutoZone
12.2020 - 10.2021
Safety Coordinator
Minnesota Limited LLC
06.2016 - 04.2019
Studied Environmental Biology
Ohio University
Studied Biology
University of Akron
Some College (No Degree) - Health Safety Environmental Studies