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Education
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Affiliations
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CustomerServiceRepresentative

Carlos Medina

San Benito,TX

Summary

Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in customer service industry. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with 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 businesses.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

A.C.T Call Center
Harlingen, TX
08.2021 - Current
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Used company troubleshooting resolution tree to evaluate technical problems and find appropriate solutions.
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Updated and maintained information in customer accounts.
  • Achieved and maintained departmental performance standards.
  • Achieved outstanding ratings on Email Handle Time (EHT), Chat Handle Time (CHT), Phone Handle Time (PHT) and Quality and Voice of Customer (VOC).
  • Answered up to numerous calls per day in busy, fast-paced office for both English and Spanish-speaking customers.
  • Processed orders, credits and tracked returns.
  • Helped improve customer satisfaction by translating customer paperwork and company documentation.
  • Initiated outbound calls to respond to inquiries and to follow-up with previous contacts.
  • Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
  • Communicated with management when customer issues escalated and worked to find resolutions.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Identified and responded to customer requests and concerns through email, online chat and phone for both English and Spanish speaking customers.
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Welcomed, greeted and assisted guests in high-traffic store, generating numerous of dollars in business.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
  • Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
  • Developed and updated databases to handle customer data.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Processed multiple invoices each weeks and mailed documentation to clients.
  • Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.

Livestock Inspector

Texas Animal Health Commission
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Informed management of concerns with production operations.
  • Verified transportation and handling procedures met regulatory requirements.
  • Adhered to HACCP protocols to evaluate risk level of food-related items and record results.
  • Isolated animals with illness to prevent spread of contamination.
  • Inspected bodies of animals each minute.
  • Observed destruction and disposal of condemned items to maintain control and prevent contamination of food chain.
  • Completed and processed paperwork and reports outlining proper and improper operations.
  • Inquired about pesticides or chemicals to which animals may have been exposed.
  • Checked facilities for compliance with sanitation and disposal procedures as part of comprehensive inspections.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.

· Enforce quarantines and other livestock disease control measures, including livestock shipment activiti

· Collect samples for testing from cattle, swine, equine, exotics, sheep, goat, and poultry

· Participate in emergency management activities

· Maintain accurate and detailed work activity records

· Performs inspections at feedlots, sale barns and other areas where livestock is located.

· Dip cattle in a vat, operate a spraybox, a scorpion sprayer.

· Operate heavy equipment.

· Use microscope to identify ticks.

Customer Service Representative

Barri Financial Group
Weslaco, TX
06.2013 - 10.2017
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Used company troubleshooting resolution tree to evaluate technical problems and find appropriate solutions.
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Collected and compiled paperwork such as title abstracts, insurance paperwork, loan files and tax histories.
  • Verified credit histories, personal references and employment backgrounds for each applicant.
  • Set up, stored and updated customer files, department records and regulatory paperwork.
  • Produced and submitted completed loan packages to title and escrow professionals.
  • Conducted pre-funding and funding activities .
  • Communicated acceptance or rejection to applicants via mail, email, telephone or personal consultations.
  • Assessed customer account histories to determine previous compliance with payment plans and loan terms.
  • Consulted with outside vendors to identify and resolve loan closing issues.
  • Reviewed and validated details of loan applications and closing documentation.
  • Filed completed loan applications with underwriting and made approval or denial recommendations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.

Customer Service Associate

H.E. Butt Grocery Company
Alamo, TX
10.2011 - 10.2013
  • Developed and actualized customer service initiatives to decrease wait times.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Boosted sales revenue by skillfully promoting diverse service options.
  • Maintained clean personal appearance, modeled store's outfits when working clothing department settings and wore uniforms per company policy.
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
  • Improved operational efficiencies while managing customers requests, store inventory, transactions, new purchase orders and pricing needs.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing issues and fostering timely resolution.
  • Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
  • Collaborated with store management and program leadership to suggest actionable improvements and corrective action plans.
  • Developed community reputation through commitment to customer satisfaction and strong client relationships.
  • Executes excellent sales floor merchandising and selling.
  • Demonstrated items to customers and created customer awareness, interest and sales.
  • Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
  • Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Provided ongoing guest service.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
  • Welcomed, greeted and assisted guests in high-traffic store.
  • Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders and resolve item issues.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business Technology

Texas State Technical College - Harlingen
Harlingen, TX
05.2018

High School Diploma -

Donna High School
Donna, TX
06.2013

Skills

  • Report preparation
  • Sales expertise
  • Complaint resolution
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling
  • Technical Support
  • Strategic sales knowledge
  • Retail store support
  • Recordkeeping strengths
  • Training development aptitude
  • Money handling abilities
  • Route dispatch
  • Key stakeholder relationship building
  • Shipping procedures understanding
  • Multi-line phone talent
  • Administrative support
  • Account management
  • International sales support
  • Creative problem solving
  • Professional telephone demeanor

Affiliations

Texas State Technical Agriculture Club

Active member


Donna Future Farmer of America (FFA)

member 2013

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

A.C.T Call Center
08.2021 - Current

Livestock Inspector

Texas Animal Health Commission
08.2018 - 08.2021

Customer Service Representative

Barri Financial Group
06.2013 - 10.2017

Customer Service Associate

H.E. Butt Grocery Company
10.2011 - 10.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business Technology

Texas State Technical College - Harlingen

High School Diploma -

Donna High School
Carlos Medina