Attentive and reliable Support Specialist with a heart to teach. Possesses a solid background in Retail, Call Center, and Customer Care environments. Independent and quick-thinking team player seeking a role where skills can be maximized.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vacation Planner, Support & Development Lead
Globus Family Of Brands
10.2022 - Current
Ensured new Vacation Planners hired for Outbound, Inbound & Service Team transition into their team and role successfully 90 days post their training period.
Identified additional training needs/challenges that can be worked on in their 90 days nesting period and beyond.
Worked with Supervisors as new Vacation Planners transition into their team, providing updates to their progress, metrics, and opportunities moving forward.
Demonstrated passion for coaching and developing associates through one-on-ones on daily and weekly basis.
Worked collaboratively with departmental Supervisors/Leaders on best practices and process improvements to drive sales and service efficiency for Vacation Planners, augmenting guest experience.
Advised and coached Vacation Planners on best ways to use their resources based on questions/process issues encountered, setting them up for success.
Collaborated with Supervisors/Leaders to help identify quality hiring characteristics of potential Vacation Planners.
Vacation Planner Support
Globus Family Of Brands
11.2021 - 09.2022
Participated in new hire classes and leading new associates' transition to Sales and Service by coaching, side-by-side mentoring, and lending assistance when necessary.
Provided ongoing coaching/training mentoring to new and seasoned associates as needed.
Worked with guests and associates to understand needs and provide excellent service.
Received multiple positive reviews acknowledging dedication to excellent service.
Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Performed operational tasks as needed to ensure positive guest experiences.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships across multiple departments.
Reservation Support Specialist (formerly CCAD)
Globus Family Of Brands
02.2019 - 11.2021
Accepted escalated concerns from agents and clients, resolving issues that were within allowable limits.
Researched escalations, provided feedback and assistance to supervisors, representatives and travel agents.
Utilized provided resources and databases to answer representative, agent and client questions in accurately and efficiently.
Directed representatives to resources to encourage use of available knowledge bases. Offered clarification to processes as needed.
Received multiple positive reviews acknowledging dedication to excellent customer service.
Assisted new representatives in their "nesting phase" via chat, screen shares and phone, furthering learning and confidence as they began working their new roles.
Supported Special Needs requests in Siebel.
Educated DHD Leads how to handle Special Needs when Customer Care began working their own.
Worked with multiple departments, providing solutions to internal and external customers.
Travel Consultant - TASS
Globus Family Of Brands
09.2018 - 02.2019
Answer travel agent telephone calls promptly and appropriately.
Assist agents with creating, updating and servicing bookings.
Calmly address agent and client concerns, reducing the need to escalate issues that are inside my ability to correct.
Utilize provided resources and databases to answer agent and client questions in accurately and efficiently.
Deliver exceptional service to every agent by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Received multiple positive reviews acknowledging dedication to excellent customer service.
Store Team Member
Target
10.2010 - 09.2018
Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Mentored new team members to contribute to the store's positive culture.
Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all team members and guests with respect and consideration.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts. Appropriately back stocked excess product.
Completed all daily tasks and projects with an efficient and quality-driven approach.
Cross-trained in multiple departments, making full use of available opportunities within the store.
Call Center Supervisor
Sprint/Nextel Call Center
09.2006 - 09.2010
Communicated clear expectations and goals to each team member.
Raised and maintained team morale by promoting fun workplace events and by recognizing individual achievements, birthdays, etc.
Resolved all escalations professionally while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Referred unresolved issues to designated departments for further investigation.
Answered inbound telephone calls promptly and appropriately.
Utilized multiple platforms for all aspects of customer and team member interactions, resolutions and coaching.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Springfield, VA
06.1990
Skills
Professional and friendly communication style
Excellent work ethic
Strong interpersonal skills
Creative problem solver
Quick learner
Personable
Detail-oriented
Motivated team player
Training development aptitude
Timeline
Vacation Planner, Support & Development Lead
Globus Family Of Brands
10.2022 - Current
Vacation Planner Support
Globus Family Of Brands
11.2021 - 09.2022
Reservation Support Specialist (formerly CCAD)
Globus Family Of Brands
02.2019 - 11.2021
Travel Consultant - TASS
Globus Family Of Brands
09.2018 - 02.2019
Store Team Member
Target
10.2010 - 09.2018
Call Center Supervisor
Sprint/Nextel Call Center
09.2006 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
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