Dynamic Inside Sales and Customer Service Representative with proven expertise at Forum Energy Technologies in complaint resolution and customer relationship management. Adept at utilizing database management and communication skills to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline order tracking. Recognized for maintaining professionalism under pressure and fostering positive client interactions.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales / Customer Service Reprsentative
Forum Energy Technologies
Houston
02.2009 - 05.2025
Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat.
Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
Maintained a high level of professionalism when dealing with difficult customers.
Conducted regular follow-up calls with customers after resolving their issues.
Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, updating databases and generating reports.
Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.
Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
Provided accurate information about products and services to customers.
Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.
Inside Sales Representative
Oilfield Bearing Industries
Spring
03.1997 - 01.2009
Assisted in resolving customer complaints in a prompt manner.
Developed and maintained relationships with key customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful implementation of sales initiatives.
Negotiated contracts with customers regarding price, delivery terms, payment terms and other conditions.
Followed up on pending orders and inquiries in a timely manner.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, orders and account status updates.
Provided customers with product information, pricing and availability.
Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to maintain customer satisfaction.
Worked in conjunction with outside sales representative to maintain and grow product sales.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business.
Warehouse Manager
Precision Industries
Houston
01.1990 - 02.1997
Established procedures for receiving, storing, handling hazardous materials safely.
Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.