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Karim Suarez

Karim Suarez

Altamonte Springs,FL

Summary

Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, ad providing customized solutions to build loyalty. Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in hospitality industry. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses. Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Specialist - Bilingual Sp/En

Booking Holdings
09.2015 - 12.2022

-Identifying and assisting guests needs to achieve satisfaction.
- Managing incoming calls, live chat, emails and messaging (in English and Spanish) in a fast-paced environment.
-Building sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication, with guests and accommodation properties
-Follow communication procedures, guidelines and policies of the company.
- Handling complaints, and regular requests, such as modifications and cancellations, for hotel reservations (to guests and partners).
-Working with customer service team lead and managers to ensure proper customer service is being delivered.
- Supporting and providing constant communication to other areas, such as partner services and seniors/managers.
- Meeting quarterly KPIs.

Retail Sales Specialist

JCPenney
04.2014 - 09.2015
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Trained new associates on cash register operations, conducting customer transactions, and balancing drawer.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.

Receptionist

Caribbean Air Cargo
05.2010 - 12.2013
  • Sorted, received, and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Compiled information from files and research to satisfy information requests.
  • Collected payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.

Salesperson

Cliquish
03.2006 - 03.2010
  • Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
  • Managed customer from initial contact to closing with attention to detail to build loyalty.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Design and set up displays of the merchandise to attract customers and promote sales.

Assistant Manager

Cocogelato
10.2003 - 02.2006
  • Monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.

Assistant Manager

Cinnzeo
12.2001 - 08.2003
  • Monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Miami Senior High School
Miami, FL
06.2001

Skills

  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Inputting Claims
  • Project Management
  • Senior Leadership Support
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Customer Relations
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Call Centers
  • Problem Resolution
  • Customer Data Confidentiality

Projects

Customer Service Partner Support 

Associated with Booking.com

Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

Description:

Support to partners/hotels side. Assisting properties with internal system and reservations management, in English and Spanish


Outbound Specialist Lead for Cuban Region 

Associated with Booking.com

Jun 2016 - Dec 2016

Description:

- Finding solutions for complaints affected by the Political Embargo, implemented by the US Department of Treasury in Cuba, including liaison with overseas hotel departments
- Led team to address complaints stemming from the United States Department of Treasury’s Cuban Political Embargo; approximately 6,000 complainants affected, resulting in recuperating $80K worth of payouts based on reservations
- Establish stakeholder relationships within the company to aide in the operations of the team at large.
- Negotiated with several hotel chains to stop approximately 500-2,000 cancellations from occurring due to the political embargo in Cuba, preventing a loss of over $95K and up in commission and leading to a recommendation from the manager on site.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Customer Service Specialist - Bilingual Sp/En

Booking Holdings
09.2015 - 12.2022

Retail Sales Specialist

JCPenney
04.2014 - 09.2015

Receptionist

Caribbean Air Cargo
05.2010 - 12.2013

Salesperson

Cliquish
03.2006 - 03.2010

Assistant Manager

Cocogelato
10.2003 - 02.2006

Assistant Manager

Cinnzeo
12.2001 - 08.2003

High School Diploma -

South Miami Senior High School
Karim Suarez