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Erin Sestrich

Ostrander,Ohio

Summary

Skilled Consumer Services Specialist with a background in managing customer inquiries, resolving complex issues, and enhancing consumer satisfaction. Strong communication skills combined with knowledge of consumer service operations and processes. Notable strengths include problem-solving capabilities, the ability to work in fast-paced environments, and a commitment to improving the overall consumer experience. Committed to fostering positive consumer experiences and operational efficiency through agents.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Consumer Services Specialist

Scotts Miracle-Gro
12.2020 - Current
  • Handle escalated and damaged situations via phone, email, and social media channels.
  • Support Tier 1 and Tier 2 agents to provide an excellent customer service experience for customers.
  • Continual interactions through all SMG public-facing channels.
  • Quickly assess situations to resolve escalated consumer issues.
  • Assist consumers via a call center atmosphere (phone, email, chat, social).
  • Guidance with working and training onboarded Tier 3 agents
  • Assisted with Tier 1 agent training, along with creating training videos in Iorad.
  • Work on daily enclosures and refunds created by Tier 1 and Tier 2 agents.
  • Assist with Agent Opportunities for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Temporary agents for accuracy

Library Media Specialist

Buckeye Valley Local Schools
08.2016 - 12.2020
  • Oversaw Middle School library program, enhancing student engagement and resource accessibility.
  • Coordinated and independently managed book fairs to promote reading initiatives.
  • Updated library collection by fifty percent over three years to meet student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop students' learning skills through tailored resources.
  • Organized data and drafted monthly reports to track library usage and improvements.
  • Instructed individuals and groups on library practices to foster information literacy.
  • Processed new material acquisitions efficiently, ensuring timely availability for students.
  • Monitored industry trends via social media and online sources to inform library strategy.

Customer Service Clerk/Supervisor

Delaware County District Library
Delaware, OH
09.2001 - 08.2016

• Enhanced customer service by supporting patrons with research and library inquiries.
• Oversaw a team of 19 or more employees, fostering a culture of excellent service delivery.
• Assisted patrons daily through numerous reference calls, fulfilling specific information requests.
• Performed electronic research using platforms like LexisNexis for accurate data retrieval.
• Facilitated effective communication within the team during staff meetings.
• Managed administrative tasks, including paperwork organization, report generation, and bookkeeping activities.
• Partnered with the Branch Manager to address service challenges and streamline operations.
• Resolved conflicts by negotiating clear agreements between employees regarding task directives.

  • Trained new customer service representatives on company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in developing training materials for new hires as well as existing employees.
  • Created reports on daily, weekly, monthly basis related to customer service activities.

Education

Associate of Science - Multi Skilled Health

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
05.2016

Diploma -

Buckeye Valley Local Schools
Delaware, OH
05.2001

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Issue resolution and management
  • Billing adjustments and refunds
  • Product information delivery
  • Data entry accuracy
  • Performance enhancement strategies
  • Training and development
  • Google Workspace proficiency
  • Salesforce CRM

Professional Summary - About Me

Customer-focused professional with proven track record of exceeding customer expectations and providing exceptional service. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to quickly develop rapport with customers, resolve complaints, manage customer relations, and provide detailed product knowledge. Skilled in using CRM, Salesforce, and SAP software to effectively manage customer accounts, troubleshoot, and resolve escalated customer complaints. Committed to streamlining processes to improve customer service efficiency and satisfaction.

Timeline

Consumer Services Specialist

Scotts Miracle-Gro
12.2020 - Current

Library Media Specialist

Buckeye Valley Local Schools
08.2016 - 12.2020

Customer Service Clerk/Supervisor

Delaware County District Library
09.2001 - 08.2016

Associate of Science - Multi Skilled Health

Columbus State Community College

Diploma -

Buckeye Valley Local Schools