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Sarah Pounds

Austin,TX

Summary

Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, and providing customized solutions to build loyalty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Panera Bread
10.2021 - Current
  • Minimizing resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
  • Building strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response to maximize satisfaction and business success.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.

Apartment Leasing Agent

Avanti Hills
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assisted residents in understanding their rental contracts, handling disputes professionally while mediating fair resolutions between parties involved.
  • Implemented innovative advertising campaigns that increased visibility of available properties in the marketplace, attracting quality applicants for vacant units.
  • Analyzed competitor offerings by regularly reviewing market trends to develop targeted marketing strategies aimed at filling vacancies quickly with qualified candidates.
  • Collaborated with maintenance staff to coordinate repairs and upgrades as needed, ensuring all units remained in excellent condition for both current residents and prospective tenants.
  • Managed move-in and move-out processes efficiently, minimizing vacancies by coordinating unit turnovers quickly and effectively.
  • Maximized revenue generation by consistently meeting or exceeding monthly sales goals through proactive outreach efforts targeting qualified leads.
  • Developed strong relationships with potential tenants through personalized tours, providing detailed information about available units, amenities, and community features.

Provider Consultant

Integrity Locums
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Working with Medical Facilities and Healthcare DEA, and other agencies during the COVID-19 outbreak
  • Liaised with professionals, Medical Directors, and employees to determine specific job qualifications and continuing CME courses, while scheduling interviews.
  • In capacity as advocate, encouraging and supporting Internal and Facility Credentialing to identify and resolve conflicts

Certified Trainer And Associate

Panera Bread
03.2018 - 06.2019
  • As responsible party for customer service while in charge of customer satisfaction and quality client relationships and exceeding sales goals by 20%
  • Assistant to Manager responsible secondary to new employee hiring
  • Adhered to class plan and deadline-oriented training schedule

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Wild Thyme Naturals
05.2015 - 08.2017

Develop reports to detail aging and past due accounts for management using Quickbooks

  • Maintained and tracked all projects in JIRA
  • Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records
  • Performed billing, collection and reporting functions for office generating over $115,000 annually

Shift Supervisor And Certified Trainer

Panera Bread
09.2013 - 12.2014
  • Delivery of successful training to more than 20 employees during one year
  • Verification of successful work processes and productivity strategies while managing case stock, inventory balances, and tracking labor
  • Resolution with customer complaints and issues while offering thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO
12.2015

Skills

  • Sales Support
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork / Collaboration
  • Telecommunications
  • Key stakeholder relationship building
  • Customer Contact
  • Communication / People Skills
  • Goals and Performance
  • Positive attitude / High energy
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Resource Allocation

References

  • Chris Sanchez- Vice President of Integrity Locums. Contact (800) 479-5028
  • Maria Ponce- Manager at William Cannon Panera. Contact (737) 205-0103

Timeline

Apartment Leasing Agent

Avanti Hills
03.2023 - 06.2023

Team Lead

Panera Bread
10.2021 - Current

Provider Consultant

Integrity Locums
07.2019 - 04.2020

Certified Trainer And Associate

Panera Bread
03.2018 - 06.2019

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Wild Thyme Naturals
05.2015 - 08.2017

Shift Supervisor And Certified Trainer

Panera Bread
09.2013 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Colorado Denver
Sarah Pounds