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Kevin Lancaster

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Personable and dedicated Customer Service Representative with 20 years experience. Solid team player with an upbeat, positive attitude and proven skills in establishing rapport with the client, co-workers and management. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Committed to ensuring customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and unmatched support. Proficient in utilizing customer service best practices and adept at exploring different solutions to address customer needs effectively.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Startek @ Home
11.2008 - Current

Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.

  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Experience with charge backs and account restoration
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
  • Answered approximately email and chat from customers while also answering phone calls
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Contributed to sales growth by upselling products and services based on individual customer requirements.
  • Cultivated strong value-added relationships with customers daily by delivering product knowledge to drive business development
  • Provided technical support to customers for a range of devices
  • Promoted to supervisory position to assist representatives with any questions and customer escalations
  • Cultivated positive attitudes within my team
  • Monitored calls for quality assurance
  • Effectively researched and resolved fraud issues in real time.

Shift Supervisor

Warmack & Co.
11.1999 - 10.2008
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Maintained workplace safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and industry regulations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Valley View High School
Jonesboro, AR
01.1997

Skills

  • Exceptional customer service
  • Time management and multi-tasking
  • Attention to detail and organization
  • Experienced in active listening
  • Professional telephone etiquette
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Relations
  • Problem Resolution
  • Call center experience
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Follow-up skills
  • Call Management
  • Product Knowledge
  • Order Processing
  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Staff Training

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Startek @ Home
11.2008 - Current

Shift Supervisor

Warmack & Co.
11.1999 - 10.2008

High School Diploma -

Valley View High School
Kevin Lancaster