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Mandy McDuffie

Chadbourn,NC

Summary

Dedicated Front End Supervisor well-versed in satisfying customers with exceptional service and support. Accurate and efficient in handling money, assigning tasks and maintaining customer areas. Prepared to bring experience to dynamic new position. High-performing Store Manager familiar with managing a range of personalities. Experienced with stand-alone Stores as well as mall environments. Enthusiastic, outgoing and fashion-savvy Sales Associate proficient at building positive relationships with new and existing customers by offering superior customer service. Experienced in operations, team leadership and training. Dependable and punctual team player with top-notch abilities in planning, managing and evaluating work. Offering ten plus years of experience. I am also a  responsible and mature person who thrives in fast-paced environments. Enjoys working as part of a team to achieve sales goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Hairstylist

Great Clips Inc. Chamblee Ga
05.2024 - Current
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized haircuts and styling.

Customer Care Specialist

Alight Solutions
05.2022 - Current
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Defused customer concerns with exceptional conflict and problem resolution skills.
  • Used exceptional communication to connect with customers, assess needs and present solutions.
  • Verified accuracy of customer account information and updated when necessary.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and web-based platforms.
  • Updated customer accounts and system database with latest details to support accuracy and efficiency in future interactions.
  • Built long-term, loyal customer relations by providing top-notch service and detailed order, account and service information.
  • Directed customers to appropriate departments for additional support.
  • Identified customer issues with products or services, investigated causes, and initiated resolutions.
  • Coordinated timely responses to online customer communication and researched complex issues.
  • Requested escalation for unresolved issues.

Customer Service Representative

Truist/ Regional Acceptance Corporation
02.2019 - 05.2022
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Developed community reputation through commitment to customer satisfaction and strong client relationships.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.

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  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
  • Handled over Number calls per shift signing up new customers, retrieving customer data, presenting relevant product information and cancelling services.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.

Hair Stylist

Self
01.2016 - 02.2022
  • Conducted consultations to understand the client’s desired outcome and assessed skin type and face structure.
  • Professionally applied makeup to a few clients per month for outings, proms, weddings, funerals and other special occasions and events.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry standards, trends and techniques.
  • Maintained work area in a clean and neat fashion to stay productive.
  • Processed guest credit card information for salon services.
  • Directed telephone calls to appropriate departmental personnel.
  • Worked with clients of all types to increase profile and status through effective styling.
  • Greeted all guests in a warm and friendly manner to create a positive first impression of the spa.
  • Restocked linen and laundry in all areas of the spa.
  • Handled guest complaints calmly and professionally.
  • Offered appointment information updates to guests in a polite and courteous manner.
  • Entered client information into the databases quickly and with minimal errors.

Caregiver

KK's Private Care
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
  • Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care. 
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Changed bed linens and ensured resident comfort.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Changed dressings, bandages and binders, as instructed, to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
  • Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
  • Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
  • Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
  • Certified that equipment and supplies were properly maintained for quality patient care and safety.

Store Manager

Gas-N-Go
06.2009 - 01.2014
  • Interviewed job candidates and made staffing decisions.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees.
  • Managed vendor selection and relations to guarantee best-pricing and on-time deliveries.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Increased profits through effective sales training and troubleshooting profit loss areas.
  • Reported to the district manager regarding all store and staff issues.
  • Assigned work to team members based on company needs, personal strengths and job knowledge.
  • Planned budgets and authorized payments and merchandise returns.
  • Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain budget.
  • Kept grocery shelves and backroom clean and organized.
  • Maintained proper product level and inventory control of grocery shelves and backroom to foster proper ordering and rotation.
  • Engaged and interacted with customers to create a positive shopping experience.
  • Created work schedules according to sales volume and number of employees.
  • Oversaw employee scheduling and payroll processing to guide operations.
  • Hired, trained and evaluated personnel in sales and marketing.
  • Counted cash drawers and made bank deposits.
  • Completed profit and loss performance reports.
  • Cooperated with staff and clients to achieve customer service goals and surpass team objectives.
     

Office Assistant

Food Lion
01.2000 - 03.2009
  • Organized all new hire, security and temporary paperwork.
  • Maintained a clean reception area, including lounge and associated areas.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
     
  • Helped distribute employee notices and mail around the office.
  • Managed multi-line telephone system and greeted claimants during office visits.
  • Oversaw the automated tracking and documentation of data, client correspondence and office operations.
     
  • Obtained signatures for financial documents and internal and external invoices.
  • Worked with upper management to complete complex projects on tight budgets within specific timelines.
     
  • Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep.

Education

Cosmetology

Bladen Community College
Dublin, NC
2015

Skills

  • Makeovers
  • Endurance
  • Excellent phone etiquette
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Order processing
  • Inventory management
  • Personnel development
  • Products and services
  • Customer-oriented
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Accurate money handling
  • Issue and Complaint Resolution
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Responding to Difficult Customers
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
  • Data Entry and Maintenance
  • Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
  • Efficient and Detail-Oriented
  • Upbeat and Positive Personality
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Understanding Customer Needs
  • Billing Adjustments and Refunds
  • Call Volume and Quality Metrics
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling
  • Patient and Empathetic
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Team-Oriented and Cooperative
  • Time Management

Timeline

Hairstylist

Great Clips Inc. Chamblee Ga
05.2024 - Current

Customer Care Specialist

Alight Solutions
05.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Truist/ Regional Acceptance Corporation
02.2019 - 05.2022

Hair Stylist

Self
01.2016 - 02.2022

Caregiver

KK's Private Care
02.2014 - 12.2016

Store Manager

Gas-N-Go
06.2009 - 01.2014

Office Assistant

Food Lion
01.2000 - 03.2009

Cosmetology

Bladen Community College
Mandy McDuffie