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Denise Salazar

Houston,TX

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service Specialist providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works as part of team to reach personal and business goals. Known for successfully handling escalated customer support issues.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Planned Career Break

Planned Career Break
Houston, TX
09.2021 - Current

Took temporary leave from work for personal obligations and now enthusiastic about re-entering the job market. Currently enrolled in college, working towards obtaining an associate's degree in real estate.

Insurance Agent

Farmers Insurance Group
Houston, TX
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
  • Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends and changes in regulations.
  • Assessed customer risk levels and recommended appropriate coverage options.
  • Conducted research to identify competitive rates and benefits offered by other providers.
  • Monitored clients' insurance coverages to ensure changing needs were met.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods, receiving customer payments and issuing receipts.
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
  • Conducted telephone appointments with prospective clients to build rapport and sell insurance services.
  • Conducted meetings or phone calls with potential clients to present insurance policies and answer questions.

Temporary Window Teller

Harris County Tax Office
Houston, TX
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Welcome, customers. Ask them what they need from me and answer their questions.
  • Accurately process customer transactions.
  • Maintain an organized desk.
  • Stock, replenish, and organize inventory with accuracy and efficiency, so nothing gets misplaced.
  • Transactions include new registration stickers, new license plates, new resident applications, and CDL truck registration.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while accurately processing routine transactions.

Inventory/Merchandising Specialist

Best Buy
Houston, TX
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Receive customer orders, grab their items, and place them in a designated pick-up area or package item for delivery through UPS or USPS.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers and store personnel regarding purchase issues.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations at all times.
  • Provide exceptional customer service.
  • Created visual displays for store shelves, counters, and windows to attract customers.
  • Planned promotional events and coordinated with marketing team on advertising campaigns.
  • Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to maximize product sales.
  • Assisted customers with selecting appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Organized inventory of merchandise in stockroom, including labeling and tracking items.

Sales Floor Associate

Marshalls
Houston, TX
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Greeted customers upon entering store and provided assistance in locating desired items.
  • Assisted with stocking shelves, organizing merchandise, and maintaining cleanliness of sales floor.
  • Operated cash register to process customer purchases accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided knowledgeable product information to customers regarding features, benefits, and usage instructions.
  • Maintained a friendly and professional demeanor while interacting with customers and colleagues alike.
  • Performed inventory counts on a regular basis to ensure accurate stock levels.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally according to company policies.
  • Processed returns and exchanges quickly and efficiently while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented effective visual merchandising strategies to maximize sales potential of products on display.
  • Conducted periodic price checks for competitive pricing accuracy on the sales floor.
  • Provided exemplary customer service at all times by being attentive, courteous, and helpful in responding to customer inquiries or requests.
  • Created positive experiences for customers through friendly conversations during transactions.
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Stocked merchandise pulled from backroom to keep shelves in stock with proper inventory.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
  • Developed knowledge about products and sales items to answer customer questions.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Provided information to customers concerning sales, promotions and store policies.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed efficient shipments to maintain optimal product availability for customer demands.
  • Designed and set up advertising signs and displays of merchandise on shelves or counters to attract customers.
  • Assisted customers in locating products, providing recommendations based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments and maintained accurate drawers to meet financial targets.

Education

Associate's degree - Business

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
06-2025

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Organization
  • Research
  • Customer Relations
  • Quality Assurance
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Planning
  • Team building
  • Organizational Skills
  • Microsoft Word
  • Client Relations
  • Leads Prospecting
  • Lead Development
  • CRM Software
  • Policy Renewals
  • Customer Service
  • Customer follow-up
  • Policy Knowledge
  • Email Marketing
  • New Client Acquisition
  • Fraud Detection
  • Cash Handling
  • Math aptitude
  • Cash counting
  • Currency and coin counter
  • Reliable
  • Financial Services
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Rapid 10-key data entry
  • MS Office proficient
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Friendly
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Approachable
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Spanish speaking
  • Retail merchandising expertise
  • Loss Prevention
  • Store Cleaning
  • Product Promotion
  • Merchandise Display
  • Shipment Receiving
  • Shipment Processing
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Inventory Management
  • Brand Awareness
  • Customer Assistance
  • Product Knowledge
  • Multitasking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Goal-Driven
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Dressing room maintanence
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Office Administration
  • Calendar Management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Data Entry
  • Scheduling
  • Payroll and benefits administration
  • Filing
  • Multi-line phone proficiency
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Phone call answering
  • Verbal Communication
  • Dedicated Team Player
  • Google Drive
  • Computer Skills
  • Clerical Support
  • Decision-Making

Certification

  • Driver's License, 04/01/21, 09/01/29
  • Certified Notary Public, 06/01/24, 06/01/28
  • Personal Lines License 07/08/24, 09/30/26

Assessments

  • Sales skills, Proficient, 11/01/23
  • Influencing and negotiating with customers, Proficient
  • Time management skills, Proficient, 05/01/24
  • Managing one's own time to complete tasks quickly and efficiently, Proficient
  • Customer service, Proficient, 04/01/21
  • Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 01/01/23
  • Customer service, Proficient, 06/01/20
  • Work motivation, Proficient, 01/01/23
  • Retail customer service, Proficient, 07/01/22
  • Administrative assistant/receptionist, Proficient, 10/01/22
  • Early childhood development, Proficient, 03/01/24
  • Work style: Reliability, Proficient, 07/01/22
  • Cleaner fit, Proficient, 10/01/22

Languages

  • English, Expert
  • Spanish, Fluent

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Insurance Agent

Farmers Insurance Group
06.2024 - 09.2024

Planned Career Break

Planned Career Break
09.2021 - Current

Temporary Window Teller

Harris County Tax Office
07.2021 - 09.2021

Inventory/Merchandising Specialist

Best Buy
10.2019 - 07.2021

Sales Floor Associate

Marshalls
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Driver's License, 04/01/21, 09/01/29
  • Certified Notary Public, 06/01/24, 06/01/28
  • Personal Lines License 07/08/24, 09/30/26

Associate's degree - Business

Houston Community College
Denise Salazar