Summary
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Education
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Renae Graham

Akron,OH

Summary

Friendly knowledgeable student support professional with a positive attitude and meticulous attention to detail. Well-organized and resourceful with an adaptable, analytical nature, good planning skills and focus on helping students with all requirements. Looking for a challenging role at Academy of Art University.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Call Center Representative

Fleet Response
Hudson, OH
08.2023 - Current
  • Processed incoming claims, including data entry into the system.
  • Met or exceeded call speed, accuracy and volume benchmarks on consistent basis.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all claim activities in accordance with company policies.
  • Adhered strictly to all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to customer privacy rights.
  • Developed effective working relationships with team members across multiple departments.
  • Attended regular training sessions on updates and changes within the industry or organization.
  • Maintained records of customer interactions, transactions, comments, and complaints.
  • Utilized knowledge base to answer inquiries from customers quickly and effectively.
  • Followed standard processes and procedures for proper escalation of unresolved issues to appropriate internal teams.
  • Performed follow-up calls as necessary to ensure satisfactory resolution of customer inquiries.
  • Maintained high levels of professionalism while interacting with customers via phone or email.
  • Answered incoming calls and provided highest level of professionalism and knowledgeable service to every customer.
  • Answered, screened and processed high volume of calls daily with call management system and web-based communications.
  • Maintained strong call control and quickly worked through scripts to address problems.
  • Engaged actively with callers, confirming or clarifying information and diffusing anger.
  • Navigated through computer systems to review information and respond appropriately to callers.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
  • Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.

Guest Advocate

Target
Fairview Park, OH
07.2021 - Current
  • Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
  • Promoted high level of guest satisfaction through genuine, enthusiastic and friendly interactions.
  • Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
  • Managed customer complaints and rectified issues to complete satisfaction.
  • Welcomed large volume of guests and improved overall customer service.
  • Documented guest suggestions and complaints to facilitate process improvements with leadership.
  • Invited guests to join loyalty programs and special promotions to stay connected.
  • Supported customer service goals and enhanced relations through friendly, knowledgeable and positive communication.
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
  • Met and exceeded productivity targets by handling every interaction with top-notch customer service.
  • Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Processed documentation and troubleshot discrepancies to build client rapport.
  • Followed policies and procedures to meet or exceed established performance requirements.
  • Handled large amounts of cash and balanced cash drawer daily within prescribed balancing guidelines.
  • Maintained customer privacy and protected company operations by keeping information private and confidential.
  • Consulted with customers regarding needs and addressed concerns.
  • Trained new hires on products and services, best practices and protocols to reduce process gaps.

Telemarketer

Dialamerica Marketing
Westlake, OH
06.2014 - 01.2021
  • Responded to prospects' questions with persuasive communication skills and in-depth knowledge of available products and services.
  • Maintained and recorded customer information in database.
  • Handled inbound telephone calls from interested customers.
  • Presented information about membership details and purchase advantages.
  • Used scripted sales strategies to converse with customers reached by manual dialing and automatic systems.
  • Worked well with automatic computer dialing and proprietary software to manage daily call loads.
  • Resolved customer complaints by escalating calls to proper department.
  • Contacted private individuals or businesses by telephone to solicit sales.
  • Collaborated with management to resolve concerns and problem calls.
  • Helped team meet rolling sales goals by maintaining proficiency in company systems, scripts and procedures.
  • Contributed to team efforts by successfully accomplishing and exceeding daily sales goals.
  • Trained new hires and led large team of off-shore telemarketers.
  • Persuaded customers by explaining how products and services meet needs and desires.
  • Asked customers questions to understand needs and requirements.
  • Answered incoming calls from prospective customers to assist and promote offerings.
  • De-escalated customer issues with proven conflict mediation and problem-solving abilities.
  • Generated new sales opportunities through direct and telephone selling and emails.
  • Cold called business leaders to initiate inclusion in sales strategies.
  • Reached out to multiple potential accounts each month.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, questions and concerns to consistently offer quality service and meet performance benchmarks.

Solicitor

JJB Consulting
Middleburg Heights, OH
03.2014 - 05.2014
  • Assessed customer needs through detailed questioning and presented products to fill those requirements.
  • Finalized paperwork for sales and service policies to lock in new customers.
  • Exceeded sales objectives, delivered outstanding and comprehensive service to clients throughout sales process, understood client objectives and created proposals to achieve goals.
  • Maintained strong internal relationships and communication prior to and during sales process and transitioned clients seamlessly to operations team post-sale.
  • Researched and identified potential customers.
  • Created sales or service contracts for customer review and acceptance.
  • Negotiated tender and contract terms to meet both client and company needs.

Stock Associate

JCPenney
Avon, OH
10.2013 - 12.2013
  • Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
  • Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans.
  • Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise.
  • Assisted customers with product, promotion and policy information.
  • Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories.
  • Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to maintain inventory.
  • Readied merchandise for sales floor by marking items with identifying codes and accurate pricing.
  • Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
  • Checked delivered merchandise and order information to verify shipment accuracy.
  • Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
  • Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.
  • Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Resolved or assisted in handling routine customer concerns within established guidelines.
  • Recorded merchandise moves for correct product counts and checked quantities against stocking reports.

Education

High School Diploma -

Berea High, Berea, OH
06.2007

Skills

  • Social media proficiency
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Calendar maintenance
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Administrative abilities
  • Resource Identification
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Written Communication
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Reliability
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Upbeat and Positive Personality
  • Issue and Complaint Resolution
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Customer Data Confidentiality
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Call Documentation
  • Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
  • Understanding Customer Needs
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Professional Telephone Voice
  • Call Control Skills
  • Inbound Phone Call Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Providing Customer Support
  • Relationship Building
  • Listening actively
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Self Motivation
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Call Center Representative - Fleet Response
08.2023 - Current
Guest Advocate - Target
07.2021 - Current
Telemarketer - Dialamerica Marketing
06.2014 - 01.2021
Solicitor - JJB Consulting
03.2014 - 05.2014
Stock Associate - JCPenney
10.2013 - 12.2013
Berea High - High School Diploma,
Renae Graham