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Susan Hines

Saint Clairsville,OH

Summary

Experienced in delivering exceptional customer service over the phone and in virtual settings. Possess a strong ability to connect with and understand the needs of customers facing challenging circumstances. Keen eye for organization and commitment to punctuality. Consistently ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time. Leverage empathetic nature to provide support and assistance to customers navigating difficult situations, fostering positive relationships and exceeding expectations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Collections Representative

Discover Card
11.2022 - Current

Addressed customer inquiries effectively.

Resolved outstanding payment issues.

Handled difficult calls with professionalism and care.

Managed inbound call volume.

Executed outbound call campaigns.

Beauty Advisor

Ulta Beauty Inc.
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Finalized purchases and processed payments.
  • Displayed merchandise to present visually appealing arrangements that drive sales.
  • Capitalized on upselling opportunities for additional products and services to increase sales numbers.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • Backed up reception desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments and processing payments.
  • Showed customers how to apply makeup and other products to achieve desired looks.
  • Evaluated customer skin to determine unique conditions and skin type.
  • Recommended treatment and styling products to customers to meet current needs or resolve specific concerns.
  • Recommended styles and treatments based on clients' needs and appearances.

Customer Service Representative

Value City Funiture
04.2016 - 12.2020
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
  • Documented conversations with customers to track requests, problems and solutions.
  • Assisted customers in making payments on accounts and setting up payment plans.
  • Upheld strict quality control policies and procedures during customer interactions.
  • Reviewed customer account information to determine current issues and potential solutions.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments and provided payment option setup assistance.
  • Consulted with customers to determine best methods to resolve service and billing issues.
  • Confirmed delivery of orders and troubleshot missed delivery dates, shortages and overages.
  • Escalated customer concerns, store issues and inventory requirements to supervisors.
  • Remained constantly aware of customer activity to ensure safe and secure shopping environment.
  • Made outbound calls to obtain account information.
  • Answered 100+ inbound calls per day and directed to individuals or departments.
  • Set up and activated customer accounts.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Belmont College
05.2017

Associate Of General Studies - General Studies

St. Clairsville High School
Saint Clairsville, OH
05.2001

Skills

  • Application techniques
  • Products knowledge
  • Report generation
  • Merchandising
  • Retail experience
  • Sales expertise
  • Decision-making
  • Organization
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • People skills
  • Work ethic
  • Work from home office

Timeline

Senior Collections Representative

Discover Card
11.2022 - Current

Beauty Advisor

Ulta Beauty Inc.
01.2020 - 11.2022

Customer Service Representative

Value City Funiture
04.2016 - 12.2020

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Belmont College

Associate Of General Studies - General Studies

St. Clairsville High School
Susan Hines