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Michelle Sikes

Clover,SC

Summary

Proactive and customer-focused, I excelled as a Customer Service Representative at Pipeline Packaging, enhancing customer satisfaction through expert complaint resolution and efficient call handling. Leveraging Salesforce and Oracle, alongside strong problem-solving skills, I significantly improved service quality. My approach combines assertiveness with a positive, professional demeanor, driving team success and customer service excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Pipeline Packaging
11.2015 - 08.2024
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.

Customer Service Representative

Britax Child Safety
05.2001 - 03.2015
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Responsible for collecting information on Alleged Injury Reports for counsel.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Served as the main liaison between customers, management, sales team, and other customer service representatives.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Effectively communicated with sales, marketing, engineers, quality assurance, and shipping.
  • Handled both inbound and outbound calls.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ashbrook High School
Gastonia, NC
06.1990

Skills

  • Customer Service Representative
  • Call center experience
  • Assertiveness
  • Complaint resolution
  • Salesforce Experience
  • Oracle Experience
  • Prioritization
  • Positive and professional
  • Adaptive team player
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Customer service excellence

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Pipeline Packaging
11.2015 - 08.2024

Customer Service Representative

Britax Child Safety
05.2001 - 03.2015

High School Diploma -

Ashbrook High School
Michelle Sikes