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Kristina Fernandes

South River,NJ

Summary

Results-driven professional with 15 years in client relations and account management, specializing in customer experience management and operational improvement. Expertise includes account coordination, complex problem resolution, and cross-functional collaboration. Fluent in English and Portuguese, with working knowledge of Spanish, effectively bridging language barriers. Competent in Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Office Suite, enhancing team dynamics through strong communication and organizational skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Specialist

Care.com Inc
South River, New Jersey
10.2022 - 03.2026
  • Established significant, long-lasting collaborations nationwide with educational institutions and childcare providers to enhance growth within assigned sales territories.
  • Coordinated onboarding scheduling, improved follow-up communication, and organized CRM documentation in a fully remote environment.
  • Cultivated long-term partnerships with referral partners and key decision-makers to drive network growth.
  • Executed targeted email campaigns that increased engagement and drove conversions.
  • Ensured high data accuracy and accessibility by managing Salesforce records.
    Performed in-depth market research to uncover growth opportunities and industry trends.
    Streamlined workflows and strengthened partnerships through effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Regional Manager

Veteran's Home Care
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
12.2021 - 08.2022
  • Cultivated client relationships to strengthen regional home care service operations.
  • Facilitated consultations for elderly clients and families on VA issues, ensuring tailored service coordination and effective resolutions.
  • Maintained CRM records to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
  • Oversaw weekly activities to identify new client prospects and integrate in-home providers into program.
  • Partnered with internal teams to improve collaboration and represent company at networking and outreach events.

Customer Service Representative

Champion Sports
Marlboro, New Jersey
01.2017 - 10.2021
  • Processed customer orders and managed account support through phone, email, EDI, and fax communications to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Resolve warranty claims, returns, and escalated service challenges while ensuring promptness and professionalism.
  • Supported major retail accounts including Kohl's, Target, and Dick's Sporting Goods.
  • Coordinated with internal departments to resolve shipping and delivery issues, maintaining strong client relationships throughout the process.

Head of Customer Service

Artisan Manufacturing
Newark, New Jersey
01.2009 - 12.2016

Directed daily customer service operations, coaching support staff and mentoring team members to enhance service delivery quality.

  • Managed domestic and international accounts, invoicing, inventory coordination in Fishbowl, and order tracking processes.
  • Executed Excel-based reports and implemented innovative processes, streamlining operations and improving overall cost efficiency.
  • Managed high-volume national accounts including Home Depot and Lowe's, consistently maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.

Customer Service Representative

Roland & Roland Inc.
Edison, New Jersey
06.2006 - 11.2008
  • Delivered customer support and resolved service-related issues, collaborating with internal team to maintain seamless workflow.
  • Identified and pursued opportunities for upselling products or services tailored to customer needs.
  • Supported operational improvements and gathered market insights while consistently achieving customer satisfaction goals.
  • Celebrated for effective productivity communications and exemplary customer service results.

Customer Service Manager

Chamonix Skin Care
Edison, New Jersey
01.2002 - 04.2006
  • Supervised and trained a team of 10 plus customer service reps in a high volume center.
  • Cultivated high engagement levels with customers and employees through effective leadership communication and problem-solving expertise.
  • Created and implemented operational procedures for effective employee success tracking.
    Partnered with diverse teams to elevate departmental efficiency.
  • Drove initiatives that promoted operational enhancements across various functions.
    Supported collaborative efforts to refine processes and achieve organizational goals.
  • Drove initiatives that promoted operational enhancements across various functions.Supported collaborative efforts to refine processes and achieve organizational goals.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ

Studies Certificate - Legal Studies

Horizon Institute of Paralegal Studies
Linden, NJ

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson -

New Jersey Real Estate
State of NJ

Skills

  • Salesforce
  • Administrative Support
  • Communication
  • Account management
  • Customer Success
  • Client Relations
  • Remote Work Collaboration
  • Customer Support
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Leadership
  • Process Improvement
  • CRM Management
  • Order Processing
  • Problem Resolution
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Inventory Management
  • Edi Systems
  • Training & Onboarding
  • Operations Support

Timeline

Business Development Specialist

Care.com Inc
10.2022 - 03.2026

Regional Manager

Veteran's Home Care
12.2021 - 08.2022

Customer Service Representative

Champion Sports
01.2017 - 10.2021

Head of Customer Service

Artisan Manufacturing
01.2009 - 12.2016

Customer Service Representative

Roland & Roland Inc.
06.2006 - 11.2008

Customer Service Manager

Chamonix Skin Care
01.2002 - 04.2006

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Bergen Community College

Studies Certificate - Legal Studies

Horizon Institute of Paralegal Studies

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson -

New Jersey Real Estate
Kristina Fernandes