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Sara L Skarsten

Columbus

Summary

Customer Service Support (remote/in person) with over 10 years of experience enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Adept at managing customer inquiries, training team members, and implementing strategic improvements that drive performance. Proven track record in reducing response times, boosting retention, and leading initiatives for superior service delivery.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative / IT Support

XPO Logistics
Columbus
01.2022 - Current
  • Resolved high-volume customer inquiries, maintaining a 95% satisfaction rate.
  • Managed customer accounts and vendor interactions, reducing response time by 40%.
  • Led customer service initiatives, boosting satisfaction scores and streamlining processes.
  • Trained and mentored new team members, improving team collaboration.
  • Maintained analytics and vendor reporting to ensure timely payments and service delivery.

Customer Service Representative

Express Scripts
Reynoldsburg
02.2018 - 12.2022
  • Handled prescription and billing inquiries with a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
  • Reduced complaint resolution time by 40% through improved problem-solving techniques.
  • Supported high-volume call queues, enhancing service speed by 30%.
  • Trained new hires, helping them quickly integrate and meet team benchmarks.
  • Known for dependability, fast learning, and consistently meeting deadlines.

Office Services / IT Support Coordinator

Dinsmore
Columbus
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Managed IT support and office services, reducing downtime by 30%.
  • Designed and implemented new infrastructure to improve reliability and user satisfaction.
  • Supported cross-department projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
  • Delivered technical training to staff, improving digital literacy and reducing support tickets.
  • Developed office protocols that saved costs and increased operational efficiency.

Education

Diploma - Graduated with Honors

Pickerington North High School
Pickerington, OH
08.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • anRemote customer support
  • IT troubleshooting and user support
  • CRM and ticketing systems
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Communication platforms
  • Problem resolution
  • Escalation handling
  • Data entry
  • Reporting
  • Team training
  • Development
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Analytics

Volunteer Experience

  • Basenji Rescue and Transport, Transported rescued dogs, provided foster care, and successfully matched dogs with adoptive homes.
  • Franklin County Animal Shelter, Walked shelter dogs, provided adopter education, and helped families find dogs that fit their lifestyle and needs.

Timeline

Customer Service Representative / IT Support

XPO Logistics
01.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Express Scripts
02.2018 - 12.2022

Office Services / IT Support Coordinator

Dinsmore
01.2014 - 01.2018

Diploma - Graduated with Honors

Pickerington North High School

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Columbus State Community College