Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Donna Fink

Donna Fink

Dispatcher/Customer Service
Parker,CO

Summary

Accomplished professional with a proven track record at IKEA, adept in customer service and project scheduling. Expertise in managing high-stress situations and fostering client relationships has led to significant improvements in service delivery. Skilled in dispatch software and active listening, consistently achieves project objectives through meticulous attention to detail and teamwork.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Dispatcher

IKEA
08.2020 - Current
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
  • Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
  • Maintained accurate records of all dispatched calls, improving data tracking for future analysis.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
  • Promoted teamwork among colleagues by proactively assisting others when needed.
  • Dispatched installers for kitchen cabinets in several different states.
  • Acquired Certificates of Insurance
  • Processed Purchase Orders
  • Light accounting responsibilities

Household Relocation Coordinator

Baileys Moving and Storage
11.2016 - 11.2017
  • Maintained accurate records of all relocations, facilitating easy access to information for future reference or audits.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate complex moves, resulting in successful transitions for clients.
  • Coordinated seamless relocations for clients, utilizing strong project management skills and attention to detail.
  • Conducted post-move follow-ups with clients to gauge satisfaction levels and identify areas for improvement in future services offered by the company.
  • Reduced client stress during relocations by providing exceptional customer service and empathetic support.
  • Provided comprehensive pre-move consultations for clients, setting expectations and addressing concerns before the relocation process began.
  • Devised creative problem-solving techniques to overcome unexpected obstacles during relocations, ensuring smooth transitions for clients.
  • Coordinated shipments, determining timely transport of goods from point of origin to final destination.

Estimating Coordinator

W.E. O'Neil Construction
05.2015 - 10.2015
  • Provided accurate forecasting of labor hours, material costs, and equipment needs for successful project completion.
  • Assisted in the development of company-wide estimating policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in approach across all projects.
  • Developed comprehensive project estimates for winning bids, utilizing industry-specific knowledge and expertise.
  • Completed thorough reviews of subcontractor quotes, ensuring alignment with project requirements and budget constraints.
  • Delivered comprehensive reports outlining finalized estimates aligned with scope documents for management review.

Local and Interstate Household Goods Surveyor

Mesa Moving & Storage
01.2013 - 09.2014
  • Surveyed properties for local, interstate and international relocations.
  • Exceptional face to face and over the phone customer service.
  • Established accurate weight, estimate and space required for all household goods to be relocated.


Households Goods Sales Coordinator

Johnson's Storage and Moving
02.2011 - 10.2012
  • Booked, scheduled and coordinated local household goods relocations.
  • Assisted sales staff in preparing detailed relocation proposals.
  • Coordinated relocations with 3rd party companies.
  • Managed all activities regarding customer relocations such as claims, delays and any other issues/needs.
  • Served as a liaison between internal departments such as production, logistics, finance, ensuring seamless end-to-end management of client accounts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ruidoso High School, Ruidoso, NM
05-1990

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Client relationship building
  • Customer communication
  • Data entry
  • Field surveys
  • Decision-making
  • Project scheduling
  • Active listening
  • Attention to detail
  • Dispatch software
  • Teamwork
  • Customer service skills

Timeline

Dispatcher - IKEA
08.2020 - Current
Household Relocation Coordinator - Baileys Moving and Storage
11.2016 - 11.2017
Estimating Coordinator - W.E. O'Neil Construction
05.2015 - 10.2015
Local and Interstate Household Goods Surveyor - Mesa Moving & Storage
01.2013 - 09.2014
Households Goods Sales Coordinator - Johnson's Storage and Moving
02.2011 - 10.2012
Ruidoso High School - High School Diploma,
Donna FinkDispatcher/Customer Service