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Samantha Buffa

New Baltimore,MI

Summary

Detailed professional bringing strong communication skills paired with in-depth knowledge of CRM systems. Punctual and responsible individual polished in navigating multiple computer systems and applications. Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Client & Partner Operations Team Lead

CareRev
06.2024 - Current

Client-Facing Support:

  • Managed and triaged inbound requests via text, calls, and emails; tracked with Salesforce.
  • Collaborated with teams and clinical counterparts to resolve client issues and ensure timely case resolution.
  • Attended client meetings, documented minutes, and coordinated onsite travel as needed.
  • Partnered with Project Managers and Client Success for client expansions and launches.
  • Handled level 1 cases, escalating unresolved issues to higher support levels.

Team Leadership:

  • Led and trained the Client & Partner Operations Leads (CPOL) team; handled escalations.
  • Enhanced CPOL training programs and SOPs; identified and addressed operational improvements.
  • Knowledge Base and SOP Development:
  • Developed and maintained knowledge bases and SOPs; ensured up-to-date documentation for onboarding and ongoing learning.

Cross-Functional Responsibilities:

  • Analyzed trends and developed actionable plans; collaborated with Product and Professional Services to enhance client experience and service delivery.

Client Experience Lead

CareRev
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • Identified potential risks associated with software implementations and developed strategies for mitigating them.
  • Maintained audit trail and statistical records of problems and conditions reported by client.
  • Conducted training sessions for users on how to use the newly implemented software program.
  • Enhanced internal and external customer satisfaction ratings by researching, troubleshooting and resolving escalated issues efficiently.
  • Served as liaison between customer support team and technical team members in order to resolve any issues or questions.

Implementation Specialist

CareRev
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Developed training materials and procedures or trained users in proper use of hardware or software.
  • Analyzed current business processes and identified areas where improvements could be made through automation.
  • Provided feedback on product features or design elements that could improve usability or performance.
  • Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
  • Enhanced productivity and customer service levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.

Customer Success Manager

CareRev
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Trained and mentored new team members to promote productivity, accuracy and friendly customer service.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Identified areas where current products are not meeting expectations or could be improved upon.
  • Coached team members on best practices for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Implemented feedback loops from customers into product development processes.

Client Success Specialist

CareRev
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in the customer experience.
  • Researched and resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
  • Provided technical support to clients via phone, email, and Zoom/Google meetings.
  • Demonstrated and explained product features and benefits to overcome customer objectives.
  • Updated databases with new and modified customer data.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Office Assistant

16th Circuit Court
Mount Clemens, MI
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • Collaborate via telephone, email, and fax with other government entities such as District Courts, police departments, and law offices.
  • Utilize computer programs such as Trakman, CourtView, OnBase, Google Suites, and Adobe Acrobat DC.
  • Ensure all legal documents submitted adhere to the proper court standards.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
  • Answered phone calls and welcomed visitors to office.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and conducting inventory checks.
  • Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.

Court Clerk

50th District Court
Pontiac, MI
03.2020 - 04.2020
  • Prepared and processed warrants for the department on all delinquent citations.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the courthouse to ensure efficient operation.
  • Maintained complete confidentiality for all cases and files.
  • Organized and maintained a large database of records, including case files, court dockets, and other related materials.
  • Tracked cases and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.

Pretrial Services Intern

Oakland County Community Corrections
Pontiac, MI
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Operated within an office environment to aid in the goal of maximizing the number of defendants that can safely be released into the community.
  • Attended hearings in order to provide information relevant to pretrial release decisions.
  • Offered transitional services for program offenders and referral to appropriate community agencies and organizations.
  • Conducted intake interviews with defendants to determine eligibility for pretrial services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
04-2020

Skills

  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Focused on Customer Satisfaction and Customer Retention
  • Handling Escalations / Complaint Resolution
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Time Management; Skilled Multi-Tasker
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Workflow Management
  • Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Slack, SalesForce, and Asana Expert
  • Detail-oriented
  • Quick Learner

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Client & Partner Operations Team Lead

CareRev
06.2024 - Current

Client Experience Lead

CareRev
11.2023 - 06.2024

Implementation Specialist

CareRev
10.2022 - 11.2023

Customer Success Manager

CareRev
05.2022 - 10.2022

Client Success Specialist

CareRev
08.2021 - 05.2022

Office Assistant

16th Circuit Court
02.2021 - 08.2021

Court Clerk

50th District Court
03.2020 - 04.2020

Pretrial Services Intern

Oakland County Community Corrections
08.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Oakland University
Samantha Buffa