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Maureen Downey

Waukegan,Illinois

Summary

My goal when joining Klein Tools was to join an organization where i could grow and develop. Klein Tools has offered that to me over the years. My current goal is to obtain a position within the Company where i can continue to grow and develop but also continue to utilize my background and experience in Client Relations. I am committed to grow and dedictated to contributing to the success of the organization.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client Relations Specialist

Klein Tools Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL
02.2016 - Current

Manage incoming inquiries from customers via phone, email and other communication channels as it relates to Klein Tools business.

investigate, research, and enter claims for shipping discrepancies. Also investigate, research and process any customer deductions (chargebacks) within thirty days of receipt. This includes accessing customer AP portals for documents to support or deny deductions. Dispute any deductions within 60 or 90 days, depending on the customer.

Process Return Goods Authorizations and Warranty Authorizations as received.

Keep well informed of updates and new processes.

Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and ensured satisfactory outcomes.

Maintain positive relationships with clients by providing prompt responses to their queries.

Perform regular follow-ups with existing clients to build rapport and increase loyalty.

Maximize customer satisfaction by handling customer email and telephone interactions.

Field customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking for problem resolution.

Client Relations backup for Home Depot.

Provide team assistance when needed.

Provide all other duties as needed.

Client Relations Associate

Klein Tools Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL
07.2006 - 06.2016

Manage incoming inquiries from customers via phone, email and other communication channels as it relates to Klein Tools business.

investigate, research, and enter claims for shipping discrepancies. Also investigate, research and process any customer deductions (chargebacks) within thirty days of receipt. This includes accessing customer AP portals for documents to support or deny deductions. Dispute any deductions within 60 or 90 days, depending on the customer.

Process Return Goods Authorizations and Warranty Authorizations as received.

Keep well informed of updates and new processes.

Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and ensured satisfactory outcomes.

Maintain positive relationships with clients by providing prompt responses to their queries.

Perform regular follow-ups with existing clients to build rapport and increase loyalty.

Maximize customer satisfaction by handling customer email and telephone interactions.

Field customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking for problem resolution.

Client Relations backup for Home Depot.

Provide team assistance when needed.

Provide all other duties as needed.

Telecommunicator

Village Of Mundelein Police
Mundelein
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Answered 911 emergency and non-emergency phone lines, radio calls and dispatched Police/Fire Personnel
  • Responsible for new hire training and the Update of Sex Offenders registration files also maintained the Order of Protection Files
  • Completed additional managerial tasks as requested in a timely manner.

Telecommunicator

Arizona Department Of Public Safety
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Dispatched Public Safety Officers to calls for service in remote areas and Central Phoenix
  • Performed call-taking duties as needed
  • Responsible for the dispatch of EMS Helicopters and the tracking of Other Agency Helicopters flying through district while on frequency.

Telecommunicator

Village Of Mundelein Police
Mundelein
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Answered 911 emergency and non-emergency phone lines, radio calls and dispatched Police/Fire Personnel
  • Responsible for new hire training and the Update of Sex Offenders registration files also maintained the Order of Protection Files
  • Completed additional managerial tasks as requested in a timely manner.

Policy Specialist

Allstate Insurance Company
01.1988 - 01.1995
  • Worked directly with major clients which included Discover, Spiegel, First National Bank and Visa with the billing and operations of their accident and Term life insurance programs
  • Responsible for beneficiary validations and New employee training.

Education

Skills

  • The ability to multi-task and handle high priority calls in a fast pace environment and remain calm during these times
  • Possess a strong ability to confront and solve problems
  • Able to maintain dialogue as well as accountability with Management and Support Services concerning daily operations
  • Complaint resolution
  • Prioritization
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Team Work

Certification

Certification on several job related (Communications) topics

Timeline

Client Relations Specialist

Klein Tools Inc.
02.2016 - Current

Client Relations Associate

Klein Tools Inc.
07.2006 - 06.2016

Telecommunicator

Village Of Mundelein Police
01.2001 - 01.2005

Telecommunicator

Arizona Department Of Public Safety
01.2000 - 01.2001

Telecommunicator

Village Of Mundelein Police
01.1995 - 01.2000

Policy Specialist

Allstate Insurance Company
01.1988 - 01.1995

Maureen Downey