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Cynthia Carvajal

Cynthia Carvajal

Riverside,CA

Summary

Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

T3 Software Engineer

Maersk Inc
Brea, CA
08.2021 - Current
  • Utilized version control tools to manage source codes across multiple projects.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Participated in regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress, changes, challenges.
  • Deployed software updates and patches to ensure security and functionality.
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting assistance for software users.
  • Coordinated with quality assurance teams to ensure software met all testing criteria.
  • Developed and maintained user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
  • Performed troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with other IT staff members in order to discuss new technologies or strategies for improving efficiency within the department.
  • Resolved escalated customer service requests as needed in order to ensure successful resolution of customer complaints.

Lowe's Area Manager

Maersk Inc
San Diego, CA
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Managed 25-35 trucks, including bobtails and flatbeds.
  • Established and maintained excellent relationships with every store to ensure all stores were taken care of and no issues were missed.
  • Assisted with routing. Making sure routes were as efficient as possible for both the client as well as the contractor.
  • Responsible for ensuring billing was completed correctly in a timely manner. As well as the contractor submitted their weekly invoices.
  • Monitored contractors' progress against established contractual objectives.
  • Provided guidance on resolving disputes between the company and its contractors.
  • Advised senior management on best practices for managing contractor relationships.
  • Identified areas where improvements could be made in existing contracts.
  • Investigated discrepancies in invoices from vendors.
  • Created processes for contract compliance and performance evaluation.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of contract documents.
  • Managed the onboarding process for new contractors.
  • Tracked shipments using GPS technology, providing updates on progress as needed.
  • Created, managed and maintained the inventory of all goods in transit across multiple warehouses.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding late deliveries or incorrect orders, working quickly to resolve any issues identified.

Lowe's Call Center Manager

DSI Logistics
Colton, CA
04.2018 - 05.2019
  • Managed customer calls, as well as dispatching, for all of the Lowe's regions.
  • Also, oversaw the routing department.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss issues or changes in processes or procedures.
  • Assisted in hiring new personnel when needed as well as provided ongoing training and development initiatives.
  • Created and implemented procedures for handling customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Developed training materials for new hires on how to handle different types of calls effectively.
  • Maintained records on all incoming calls including duration, type of inquiry and complaint, resolution action taken.
  • Monitored daily operations, including call volume, average speed of answer, service levels, customer satisfaction scores, and other key metrics.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in an efficient manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Developed and maintained a team of call center representatives to meet performance standards.
  • Developed quality assurance standards and established targets for all staff.
  • Used automated call center customer survey and tracking system to gain valuable feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Answered, screened and processed high volume of calls daily with call management system and web-based communications.
  • Handled escalated customer service concerns to preserve customer satisfaction and maintain long-term business relationships.

Account Manager- Ashley Furniture

DSI Logistics
Sacramento, CA
01.2015 - 04.2018
  • Managed 15-20 trucks.
  • Managed account with a staff of three people.
  • We handled all home deliveries for Ashley Furniture, including deliveries to the stores.
  • I completed all billing daily. As well as collected invoices from the contractors on a weekly basis to submit to corporate.
  • We handled all in-home damage.
  • Established an exceptional relationship with the client, where all issues or concerns were handled onsite.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when dealing with difficult customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Implemented new safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
  • Established key performance indicators for tracking progress towards goals set out in the company's strategic plan.
  • Delivered valued outcomes from partnered resources.
  • Managed performance issues with delivery team members.

Supervisor -Living Spaces

DSI Logistics
Rialto
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Managed 40-50 trucks.
  • Assisted with same-day loadouts.
  • Responsible for assigning contractors to routes.
  • Tracked shipments using GPS technology, providing updates on progress as needed.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding late deliveries or incorrect orders, working quickly to resolve any issues identified.
  • Worked collaboratively with customers and staff at various levels.
  • Maintained high standards of internal and external customer service.
  • Logged, processed, and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
  • Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.

Lead -Ashley Furniture

DSI Logistics
Colton, CA
10.2011 - 12.2013
  • Dispatched 40-50 trucks.
  • Performed closing duties.
  • Routing. Assigned and confirmed routes daily.
  • Made sure all trucks were running on time. If not, make sure customers were contracted in regards, and the client was made aware of the situation.
  • Completed billing daily.
  • Assisted with supervision when contractors offloaded at the end of the night.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding late deliveries or incorrect orders, working quickly to resolve any issues identified.
  • Monitored customer service performance metrics to ensure that targets were met or exceeded on a regular basis.
  • Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

Platt College-Ontario
Ontario, CA
07-2006

Skills

  • Route Optimization
  • Skilled in Microsoft
  • Logistics Management
  • Carrier Negotiations
  • 3PL and LTL knowledge
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Operational management
  • Transportation Management

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

T3 Software Engineer

Maersk Inc
08.2021 - Current

Lowe's Area Manager

Maersk Inc
05.2019 - 08.2021

Lowe's Call Center Manager

DSI Logistics
04.2018 - 05.2019

Account Manager- Ashley Furniture

DSI Logistics
01.2015 - 04.2018

Supervisor -Living Spaces

DSI Logistics
12.2013 - 12.2014

Lead -Ashley Furniture

DSI Logistics
10.2011 - 12.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

Platt College-Ontario
Cynthia Carvajal