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Overview
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Education
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Paula Boyd

Parts specialist
Carthage,MO

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Hideout Harley-Davidson, excelling in warranty management and claims processing. Proven track record of enhancing accuracy in claim submissions and providing exceptional customer service. Strong decision-making skills and meticulous attention to detail contribute to operational efficiency and improved customer satisfaction.

Sadly Hideout Harley-Davidson is closing the doors for last time. I am willing to retrain for another job since that is the only employer have had for 24 years. I am a very loyal and dedicated employee..

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Parts Manager

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2022 - Current
  • Issue parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Serve customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Collaborate with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations
  • Assist in training new employees on parts department processes, improving their productivity and understanding of the role.
  • Supervise and train staff on product knowledge and customer service.

Receiving Clerk

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintain tidy, organize and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Regularly review invoices and double-check orders
  • Reduce errors and discrepancies by meticulously verifying shipment contents against purchase orders and invoices.

Warranty Administrator

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2020 - Current

Maintained a higho level of accuracy in claim submissions, resulting in minimal rejections due to incorrect information or incomplete documentation.

  • Maintain thorough records of all warranty claims, ensuring accurate documentation and timely submissions.
  • Review warranty repair orders for proper completion, accuracy and legibility to reduce processing delays.
  • Support service department in understanding applicable warranties, leading to improved accuracy in diagnosing warrantable repairs.

Parts Specialist

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2013 - Current
  • Issue parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Serve customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Collaborate with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, allowing for easy access to frequently used items and efficient completion of tasks.
  • Conducted thorough research on complex parts inquiries, ensuring accurate information was provided to customers and colleagues.
  • Maintained current knowledge of manufacturers' options and parts availability to offer expert support.
  • Processed returns and exchanges promptly, addressing customer concerns while adhering to company policies.
  • Received and restocked product, keeping sales floor shelves full and ready for customers' purchases.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by efficiently managing parts inventory and ensuring timely delivery of orders.
  • Assisted customers with troubleshooting and part selection, providing knowledgeable guidance to ensure proper fitment of components.
  • Provided training to new team members on best practices in parts management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
  • Stocked and managed stock of parts.
  • Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns, and complete sales.
  • Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
  • Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions, and register closeout at end of business day.

Inventory Specialist

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2013 - Current

Enhance inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.

  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Complete physical inventory counts each month.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.

Parts Specialist

Cycle Connection
12.2001 - 01.2013
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Stocked and managed stock of parts.
  • Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
  • Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions, and register closeout at end of business day.
  • Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.
  • Processed returns and exchanges promptly, addressing customer concerns while adhering to company policies.

Quality Control Inspector

O&F Machine
10.1977 - 12.1995

Inspected samples of parts before shipping to customer. At the time I left I was Line Inspector, I inspected parts as they came off the machines so corrections could be made before the entire run was produced wrong. I left the job because I had an accident that I felt was preventing me from doing the job as well as I should have.

Education

Business

Crowder College
Neosho, MO

Skills

  • Claims processing
  • Warranty management
  • Warranty analysis
  • Records maintenance
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Order management
  • Decision-making
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service

Timeline

Assistant Parts Manager

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2022 - Current

Receiving Clerk

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2022 - Current

Warranty Administrator

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2020 - Current

Parts Specialist

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2013 - Current

Inventory Specialist

Hideout Harley-Davidson
01.2013 - Current

Parts Specialist

Cycle Connection
12.2001 - 01.2013

Quality Control Inspector

O&F Machine
10.1977 - 12.1995

Business

Crowder College
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