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Roberta Williams

Houston,TX

Summary

Enthusiastic individual who strives on a day to day challenges in any given environment. My previous experience has qualified me to successfully accomplish a myriad of responsibilities. I am a individual who can multi-task; who is an effective communicator-verbally and in writing, with excellent customer service skills. I have performed clerical functions in a confidential manner, with dispute/complaint resolution experience. I am seeking a position where I can excel while given my very best to an employer.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Tyndale USA (Contract) - The Reserve Network
Houston, TX
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
  • Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
  • Referred unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation.

Data Entry Typist

Allchem Services
Houston, TX
06.2019 - 10.2022
  • Identified and corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication across systems.
  • Reviewed and updated account information in company computer system.
  • Collected and organized information for entry, prioritizing entries to increase efficiency.
  • Maintained database by entering new and updated customer and account information.
  • Remained focused for lengthy periods to accurately perform work with adequate speed.
  • Supported data entry across departments as requested, switching promptly to new projects.
  • Contacted customers via phone or email to address data inquiries.
  • Exceeded quality goals to support team productivity.
  • Created reports and audited charts to maintain concise records.
  • Responded to daily inquiries and requests within mandated timeframe to meet deadlines.
  • Scanned and stored files and records electronically to reduce paper files and secure data.
  • Proofread and edited documents to correct errors.
  • Detected flaws in customer and account data, resolving issues and communicating with supervisors.
  • Completed database backups to secure information.

Traffic Control Clerk

VSSI Inc (Temp Agency)/Morris Export Services
HOUSTON, TX
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Communicated with the checkers and packers to ensure that the weights, dims and dunnage were accurate for shipping and billing purposes. 
  •  Prioritized freight movements and dispatched multiple operators for an average of 20 container loads daily to the Ports of Houston.
  • Communicated via two-way radio with the drivers 
  • Used MPact system to create and manage DT's and packing labels.
  • Updated driver location and ETA  while monitoring the changing location of  the drivers.
  • Made sure that trucks were not overloaded and that all loads where within standard weight limits for each vehicle.
  • Communicated  with the customers at the Shipping Ports of Houston informing them of the delivery status and ETA's via telephone or email.
  • Contacted shipping ports throughout the Houston area to confirm container pick-up locations, dates and times.
  • Received releases for shipment of cargo from coordinators and created labels for checkers to place on outgoing cargo according to customers instruction.

Dispatch Supervisor

MV/First Transit
Houston , Tx
04.2014 - 07.2017
  • Communicated effectively with drivers via two-way radio.
  • Supervised driver dispatching, route planning and vehicle tracking for over 100+ drivers.
  • Recorded complaints and discussed possible solutions with customers to prevent negative word of mouth.
  • Leveraged GPS devices and computer programs to plan routes, update customers or advise drivers about upcoming issues.
  • Ensure the safety of drivers and riders via communications with the Road Supervisors.
  • Report performance issues or concerns with the appropriate management for resolution.
  • Communicated with maintenance shop personnel regarding emergency road service.
  • Scheduled ex-board drivers to take over routes due to lack of drivers.
  • Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs.
  • Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations.
  • Identified locations and needs of callers to accurately send assistance.
  • Performed other job related duties as assigned.

Underwriter/Application Processor

Merchant Choice Card Services
The Woodland , tx
04.2004 - 02.2009
  • Process potential merchant application to set up business with the ability to process credit cards via Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover.
  • Extensive phone communication with company sales representatives and merchants.
  • Requested Dunn & Brad, Accurint, Trans Union, Experian, Personal and Business reports to establish merchants credit worthiness and to conclude with a decision on the application.
  • Performed extensive criminal background checks through Black Book Online and Comprehensive reports.
  • Reports on prospective merchant and newly-hired sales representatives.
  • Request and reviewed bank statements, business financials, tax returns.
  • Scheduled training for sales representatives.

Credit Investigator

Chase Financial Bank
Houston , Tx
03.1994 - 07.2000
  • Process loan information for RV Motor Home and Mobile Home purchases.
  • Reviewed CBI, Experian and Trans Union credit reports.
  • Calculated beacon scores credit scores and debt to income ratios.
  • Contacted various credit reporting agencies for further investigations to verify bankruptcy, previous loans, outstanding loans.
  • Follow-up with companies for status of payments.
  • Extensive phone communications with Mobile Home and RV dealers and clients.
  • Concluded loan process based upon investigative findings.

Education

GED - General Studies

Elsik High School
1985

Skills

  • Active listening skills
  • Sharp problem solver
  • Courteous demeanor
  • Energetic work attitude
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Letters and memos
  • Type 65-70 WPM
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • 10-Key by touch
  • Data Entry

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Tyndale USA (Contract) - The Reserve Network
07.2023 - 03.2024

Data Entry Typist

Allchem Services
06.2019 - 10.2022

Traffic Control Clerk

VSSI Inc (Temp Agency)/Morris Export Services
09.2018 - 01.2019

Dispatch Supervisor

MV/First Transit
04.2014 - 07.2017

Underwriter/Application Processor

Merchant Choice Card Services
04.2004 - 02.2009

Credit Investigator

Chase Financial Bank
03.1994 - 07.2000

GED - General Studies

Elsik High School
Roberta Williams