Motivated Customer Service Representative with over 10 years of retail experience in fast-paced, team-based environments. Driven and proven successful at achieving established targets and team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Perishable Rep Specialist
H-E-B Grocery
05.2014 - 06.2023
Met all customer call guidelines including service levels, handle time and productivity.
Identified proper cooking times and temperatures for various food products based on written recipes and formulas.
Prevented illnesses and protected consumers by sanitized equipment using steam hoses and appropriate cleaning products following each shift.
Rotated perishable merchandise, including product to facilitate quick product searches.
Controlled levels of damaged goods via best sorting practices implementation, reducing waste and store losses 100%
Assisted in building store displays, effectively implementing layout plans determined by district leaders
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items
Unloaded, transported and stocked merchandise with commitment to optimal freshness
Payment Reminder Specialist
SWBC
06.2021 - 04.2022
Prepared billing statements and invoices for customer purchases and recorded transaction date, price and fees to support accuracy.
Made outbound calls to vendors and customers to discuss and resolve account needs.
Responded to inbound inquiries regarding accounts and payments.
Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
Processed bill reminders and consulted with third-party collection agency to resolve past-due customer accounts.
Maintained high volume of calls and met demands of busy and productive group.
Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
Used scripted conversation prompts to convey current account information and obtain payments.
Used skip tracing and other techniques to locate debtors.
Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
Followed up overdue payments and payment plans from clients to establish good cash flow
Responded to customer inquiries and provided detailed account information
Contacted customers to discuss past-due accounts and negotiated payment plans
Utilized Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks and Oracle software to manage invoices and payments
Entered client details and notes into system for interdepartmental access and review
Located customers with overdue accounts and solicited payment in compliance with fair debt collection practices
Food Receiver
H-E-B Grocery
05.2014 - 02.2019
Worked with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages, protecting company interests and financial targets.
Recorded, monitored, and maintained optimal and required food temperatures through kitchen, restaurant, and storage areas.
Pushed, pulled and transported objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Promoted customer satisfaction by preparing food according to standard recipes with modifications based on individual customer requirements.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines.
Kept work areas clean, safe and organized
Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders
Retail Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
09.2017 - 02.2018
Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, helping drive high customer retention.
Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases including in-store and e-service transactions.
Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Cook 2
La Cantera Resort & Spa
03.2002 - 05.2014
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest..
Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
Cashier/ Stocker
Tim's Oriental Seafood Market
05.1998 - 02.2002
Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with 100 % accuracy.
Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
Inbound Call Center Representative
West Telemarketing Corporation
02.1997 - 04.1999
Processed customer order, quote and return transactions and offered additional products and services.
Answered phone with friendly greeting to create positive inbound calling experience for customers..
Learned and maintained in-depth understanding of product information, providing knowledgeable responses to diverse questions.
Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Office Management
Kaplan University ( Online Program)
Davenport, IA
Diploma -
Douglas Mac Arthur H.S.
San Antonio, TX
06.1991
Skills
Multitasking abilities
Good listening skills
Supervision
Training & Development
40 WPM typing speed
Customer service
MS Word and Excel
Payment handling
Payment plan processing
Timeline
Payment Reminder Specialist
SWBC
06.2021 - 04.2022
Retail Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
09.2017 - 02.2018
Perishable Rep Specialist
H-E-B Grocery
05.2014 - 06.2023
Food Receiver
H-E-B Grocery
05.2014 - 02.2019
Cook 2
La Cantera Resort & Spa
03.2002 - 05.2014
Cashier/ Stocker
Tim's Oriental Seafood Market
05.1998 - 02.2002
Inbound Call Center Representative
West Telemarketing Corporation
02.1997 - 04.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Office Management