Customer Service Representative with extensive experience across service, grocery, automotive, and fitness industries. Proven ability to establish rapport with clients and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction. Results-oriented professional with a strong focus on building relationships and contributing to business growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Manager
Fred Meyer
Newport, OR
01.2024 - Current
Monitored inventory levels and stock shelves with new merchandise.
Managed staff of 25 grocery clerks, ensuring that duties were completed in a timely manner.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Ordered supplies as needed while staying within budget parameters.
Provided feedback on employee performance reviews during annual evaluations.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
Organized promotional displays to maximize sales opportunities.
Maintained cleanliness of store by delegating tasks to the cleaning crew.
Recruited, hired, trained, evaluated, disciplined, coached, and mentored employees.
Resolved customer complaints in a courteous and professional manner.
Oversaw daily operations of the store including opening and closing procedures.
Implemented new methods for reducing shrinkage and increasing profitability.
Assisted customers with product selection when needed or requested.
Scheduled shifts for employees based on business needs while adhering to labor laws.
Customer Service Manager
Jaguar Land Rover Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
03.2023 - 11.2023
Ensured prompt resolution of customers' inquiries via phone, email or chat support channels.
Served as point-of-contact between customers and internal teams regarding escalated issues requiring special attention.
Liaised with other departments such as marketing, sales, IT to ensure smooth functioning of all activities related to customer service operations.
Drafted scripts for agents handling incoming calls so that they can respond accurately and effectively.
Analyzed call center data to identify trends in customer issues and recommend solutions accordingly.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products, services, pricing structures, promotions.
Coordinated between various departments to resolve complex problems that require multiple steps or involve multiple teams.
Reviewed customer feedback and complaints to identify areas of improvement in customer service processes.
Event Planner
Sandy's Shindigs
Huntington Beach, CA
03.2020 - 03.2023
Coordinated event planning by collaborating with internal personnel for specific requirements.
Facilitated staffing coordination by engaging with leadership and colleagues for each event.
Managed end-to-end planning through meetings, site walk-throughs, and execution on event day.
Addressed client inquiries and concerns via multiple communication channels to ensure satisfaction.
Secured sponsorships and auction items for charitable initiatives to enhance fundraising efforts.
Service Scheduler
Premier Fitness Service
Garden Grove, CA
07.2019 - 03.2020
Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Provided exceptional customer service through effective telephone communication and follow-ups.
Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
Managed more than incoming 200 calls per day.
Purchasing Agent
Beach Wire and cable
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2018 - 07.2019
Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
Prepared, coordinated and communicated price quotes, terms of sale, delivery dates and service obligations to customers and contractors.
Worked with shipment companies to manage distribution.
Collected operations data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.
Facilitated product selections for customers, including using proper forms to assure selection accuracy.
Receptionist
Beach Wire and Cable
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2017 - 08.2018
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day.
Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
Entered data in Excel and Quickbooks software to keep records of Client information.
Maintained financial records to verify timely clearance of credit and debit activities.
Prepared packages for shipment by generating packing slips and setting up courier deliveries.
Cashier
Mercedes Benz Hoehn Motors
Carlsbad, CA
09.2014 - 08.2017
Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Receptionist
Standards of Excellence
Huntington Beach, CA
06.2007 - 09.2010
Greeted all showroom guests and directed them to the proper sales person.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day.
Made the daily bank deposits, Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.