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John Kersten

Venice,FL

Summary

Accomplished Senior Customer Service Representative recognized for enhancing service quality and operational efficiency. Skilled in complaint resolution and customer relationship management, committed to driving satisfaction and brand loyalty. Seeking a sales position where strong work ethic, professionalism, and extensive sales/customer service experience provide value.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Customer Service Representative

Graybar Electric
Sarasota, FL
10.2009 - Current
  • Handled end-to-end customer order management, investigated and resolved customer concerns, and coordinated internal teams to ensure consistent customer satisfaction.
  • Built and maintained strong customer relationships through accurate product knowledge communication and consistent, dependable service.
  • Maintained accurate, well-organized execution of daily operations through high attention to detail.
  • Provided customer support and sales assistance for electrical products and solutions across product inquiries, quoting, and order support.

Sales Representative

Graybar Electric
Sarasota, FL
05.2008 - 10.2009
  • Developed and implemented effective sales strategies to meet or exceed quarterly targets.
  • Built strong relationships with customers to drive repeat business and enhance satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline order processing and improve service delivery.

Sales Representative

City Electric Supply
Venice, FL
11.2007 - 05.2008
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.

Branch Manager

City Electric Supply
Port Charlotte, FL
04.2006 - 11.2007
  • Directed branch operations across customer service, inventory management, and sales functions to support day-to-day performance.
  • Provided operational support for team performance while sustaining operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV

Skills

  • Customer support
  • Complaint resolution
  • Quality control
  • Electrical product expertise
  • Sales management
  • Problem solving
  • Inventory management
  • Product knowledge
  • Dependable work ethic
  • Reliable work ethic

Timeline

Senior Customer Service Representative

Graybar Electric
10.2009 - Current

Sales Representative

Graybar Electric
05.2008 - 10.2009

Sales Representative

City Electric Supply
11.2007 - 05.2008

Branch Manager

City Electric Supply
04.2006 - 11.2007

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Fairmont State University