Dynamic customer service professional with extensive experience at Zep Inc, excelling in customer support and data management. Proven track record in leading teams to enhance service quality and resolve escalated issues. Proficient in SAP and Salesforce, leveraging strong communication skills to drive customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Provided leadership support to a team of customer service representatives extending exceptional service to internal and external customers.
• Monitored and provided coaching to assure metrics for incoming calls were met or exceeded.
• Monitored Salesforce to assure emails were processed within 24 hours. Provided support for any issues delaying resolution. Assigned Salesforce cases to the team.
• Handled and resolved escalated emails and phone calls.
• Collaborated with other departments such as Accounting, Credit and Shipping as needed.
• Provided team members with coaching and feedback on all areas of performance, including time and attendance.
• Participated in the hiring process of new CSRs.
• Trained Atlanta new hires and participated in development of training materials.
• Processed customer orders, inquiries, return requests, etc., utilizing SAP.
• Provided timely response and resolution to large volume of assigned emails.
• Supported sales reps by providing essential information such as inventory levels, account status, etc.
• Provide Safety Data Sheets upon request. Recognize requests requiring greater technical expertise and forward as appropriate.
• Promptly report any issues with potential to affect quality of products and/or services
• Answered incoming customer phone calls from customers ordering medical, therapy and fitness brands.
• Handled customer orders, inquiries, return requests, etc., utilizing NetSuite.
• Maintained knowledge of extensive product line to assure customers received an exceptional sales and service experience.
• Provided timely resolution of ebay and Amazon claims, including charge backs
• Assisted with development of departmental training materials.
• Created phone reports for management and review during daily departmental meetings.
• Monitored department and assisted in assuring schedule adherence.
• Managed a team of customer service representatives, fostering a positive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
• Managed 150 seat call center.
• Planned and implemented call center strategies and operations to assure optimal customer service.
• Utilized AS400 and Avaya systems in performance of daily activities and reporting.
• Managed departmental budget and staffing requirements.
• Managed services for clients who outsourced their call center operations to Bradley Direct.
• Handled escalated customer issues to provide for satisfactory resolution.
• Participated in employment process including interviewing, hiring, and performance evaluations.