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ELAINE COATES

Garner,NC

Summary

Detail-oriented Customer Support Specialist with extensive experience in payment processing, billing resolution, and customer relationship management. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and accurate data management.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Support Specialist

LKQ/KEYSTONE CORP
Garner, NC
10.2019 - 06.2026

Processed credit card payments for customers, drivers, and sales reps, ensuring accurate and timely transactions. I received from 125 to 150 telephone calls per day. Processed credits and returns for drivers and customers. Responded to 100+ emails daily, addressing customer inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.

  • Provided support to customers by answering inquiries and guiding them through the ordering process. with product inquiries and order tracking.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving techniques. through effective communication and problem-solving.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline support processes and improve service.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

IBM CORPORATION
RTP, NC
03.1985 - 07.2013

Served as customer support rep for accounts receivable, managing relationships with large, federal, and state customers. Oversaw collection process for millions of dollars monthly, ensuring timely resolution of billing issues. Resolved billing issues with customers, maintenance, sales and contract personnel. Scheduled and performed customer visits for a specific set of clients. Visited customers at least once per month. Managed special contracts involving hardware, software, and maintenance, tracking costs and key contract dates. Keeping track of cost of individual divisions which were involved. Verifying start and stop date of hardware and software maintenance. Also responsible for keeping track and contract start and end dates.

  • Handled customer inquiries via phone and email to ensure prompt responses. through phone and email channels effectively.
  • Instructed new staff on customer service protocols and company policies to ensure compliance. on customer service protocols and company policies.
  • Addressed product issues through collaboration with internal teams and resources. by collaborating with internal teams and resources.

Education

High School Diploma -

NORTH JOHNSTON HIGH SCHOOL
Kenly, NC
06-1967

Skills

  • Payment processing
  • Billing resolution
  • Customer database management
  • Product knowledge
  • Relationship management
  • Email communication
  • Customer response
  • Complaint handling
  • Issue follow up
  • Problem resolution
  • Service excellence
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Communication skills

Timeline

Customer Support Specialist

LKQ/KEYSTONE CORP
10.2019 - 06.2026

CUSTOMER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

IBM CORPORATION
03.1985 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

NORTH JOHNSTON HIGH SCHOOL
ELAINE COATES