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Stephanie Samuel

Summary

Focused, personable and professional customer service specialist with over 21 years of experience, successful at multi-tasking and delivering prompt and friendly service to all customers. Maintains a positive attitude and highly motivated.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

City Of Mansfield
09.2019 - Current

Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.

  • Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex business challenges.
  • Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Supervisor 1

City Of Mansfield
07.2015 - 09.2019
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Account Clerk

City Of Mansfield
10.2013 - 07.2015
  • Streamlined account management processes by implementing efficient tracking systems and organization methods.
  • Reduced invoice errors with meticulous data entry and thorough verification procedures.
  • Enhanced client relationships through timely communication and addressing concerns promptly, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted with financial audits, ensuring all documentation was accurate and readily available for review.
  • Maintained accurate financial records through diligent reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable transactions on a weekly basis.
  • Participated in cross-training initiatives to broaden knowledge base and provide backup support for other finance team members.
  • Provided clerical support to department, such as filing, copying and restocking supplies.

Cashier/ Service Advisor/Accounts Receivable Clerk

Graham Automall
04.2008 - 07.2013
  • Politely assist customers in person and via telephone
  • Greet and assist customers with vehicle maintenance and mechanical issues.
  • Input financial information into computer programs.
  • Manage wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Process daily invoices and bill renewed invoices to clients
  • Prepare accurate financial statements at the end of the quarter.
  • Receipt cash and checks to appropriate individuals and departments.
  • Perform vehicle purchases and dealer trades via computer
  • Receive and disperse cash to and from customers

Customer Service Representative

Startek
01.2007 - 03.2008
  • Accurately documented, researched and resolved customer service issues
  • Managed customer calls effectively and efficiently in a complex, fast paced and challenging call center environment.
  • Learned, referenced and applied product knowledge information

Factory Worker

General Motors, GM
01.2000 - 03.2008
  • Calibrated presses
  • Load coiled steel into dies
  • Supervise calibrated presses
  • Measure, band and ship cut steel
  • Load and inspect stamped steel into shipping racks
  • Enhanced product quality through meticulous inspection and identification of defects for corrective action.
  • Increased production efficiency by optimizing assembly line processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily production quotas, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Maintained a clean and safe workspace by adhering to safety protocols and regularly organizing the factory floor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mansfield Sr. High School
124 N. Linden Rd Mansfield, OH 44903
06.1992

Skills

  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Quick learner
  • Self-motivator
  • Team player
  • Dependable
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Proficient in cash management
  • Credit Card processing
  • Pays close attention to detail
  • Courteous and helpful
  • Adherence to high customer service standards
  • People person

Timeline

Operations Manager

City Of Mansfield
09.2019 - Current

Supervisor 1

City Of Mansfield
07.2015 - 09.2019

Account Clerk

City Of Mansfield
10.2013 - 07.2015

Cashier/ Service Advisor/Accounts Receivable Clerk

Graham Automall
04.2008 - 07.2013

Customer Service Representative

Startek
01.2007 - 03.2008

Factory Worker

General Motors, GM
01.2000 - 03.2008

High School Diploma -

Mansfield Sr. High School
Stephanie Samuel