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Carmen Hamilton

Fort Mill,SC

Summary

Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Schneider Electric USA
07.2013 - Current
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers

OEM SR Customer Service Representative

Schneider Electric USA
06.2003 - 07.2013
  • Resolved customer service issues using company processes and policies and provided updates to customers.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Engaged clients in person and over phone to answer questions and address complaints.
  • Informed customers of product, price and policy changes to educate on issues and resolve concerns.
  • Researched and rapidly resolved client conflicts to maintain key accounts.
  • Learned and maintained in-depth understanding of product and service information to offer knowledgeable and educated responses to diverse customer questions.
  • Escalated issues to proper supervisors when standard processes were not effective.
  • Coordinated customer service responses for high-value customers with complex issues as leading representative of OEM team.
  • Leveraged consistent, successful strategies to meet and exceed performance goals.
  • Processed, scheduled and executed customer orders for new and established customers.
  • Watched flagged customer accounts to monitor ongoing issues and deploy newfound solutions for outstanding concerns.
  • Visited customer offices to handle on-site concerns and maximize account loyalty.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.

Customer Service Representative

Schneider Electric USA
04.1995 - 06.2003
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally

Customer Service Representative

Specialty Envelope
01.1991 - 04.1995
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boone County High School
Florence, KY
05.1990

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Project Planning
  • Productivity Improvement
  • Financial Administration
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Resource Allocation
  • Technical Support

Certification

  • CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management

Timeline

Project Manager

Schneider Electric USA
07.2013 - Current

OEM SR Customer Service Representative

Schneider Electric USA
06.2003 - 07.2013

Customer Service Representative

Schneider Electric USA
04.1995 - 06.2003

Customer Service Representative

Specialty Envelope
01.1991 - 04.1995

High School Diploma -

Boone County High School
Carmen Hamilton