Work History
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Stay at home mom
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Tara Bartelson

Tara Bartelson

Customer Service Representative/Order Management/Financial Services
Kingsport,TN

Work History

Life Services Relationship Core Consultant

Advanced Call Center Technologies
02.2025 - Current
  • Advanced to a higher position within the company.
  • Guiding Beneficiaries: Assisting beneficiaries through the transition of deceased account assets, including taking initial calls, processing documentation, and guiding them through the process.
  • Deepening Relationships: Referring clients to specialized sales teams to deepen relationships and serve as a central entry point for financial services careers.
  • Managing Inbound Calls: Handling inbound service calls to solve financial needs.
  • Product Knowledge: Maintaining knowledge on a wide variety of products and services.
  • Document Processing and Research: Processing necessary documentation and conducting research to support the transition process.
  • Phone-Based Services: Providing phone-based services to support client relationships and financial needs.

Financial Services Representative

Advanced Call Center Technologies LLC
07.2023 - 02.2025
  • Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues quickly and maintaining long-term client relationships.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, trends, and best practices to provide informed advice to clients.
  • Enhanced customer relationships with personalized service and addressing individual concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and improve overall branch performance.
  • Handled inbound calls remotely.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Blue Ridge Health and Rehab
05.2018 - 11.2020

Delivered attentive care to patients in rehabilitation setting, focusing on empathetic engagement.

Demonstrated empathy and maintained a positive attitude.

Order Management Specialist

SMARTRAC TECHNOLOGY Inc
05.2017 - 04.2018
  • Managed orders to enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth.
  • Conducted thorough checks on orders to reduce omissions and inaccuracies.
  • Fostered long-term partnerships by delivering exceptional service to key clients.
  • Lowered error rates in orders via comprehensive analysis and efficient dialogue.
  • Ensured deadlines were met through effective order volume management.
  • Coordinated with multiple teams to tackle order problems, providing a seamless customer journey.
  • Streamlined communication with suppliers for improved lead times and prompt order completion.
  • Maintained supply consistency by closely tracking inventory.
  • Enhanced connections with major clients by addressing issues promptly and delivering exceptional service.
  • Achieved exceptional on-time delivery rates by efficiently managing task priorities.
  • Enhanced logistics efficiency by improving communication between shipping departments.

Customer Service Representative

SITEL Worldwide
08.2015 - 02.2017

Executed high-quality service for a range of contractual responsibilities.

  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Contributed to sales growth by upselling products and services based on individual customer requirements.
  • Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
  • Analyzed customer service metrics to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.

Assistant Store Manager

Sam Goody
12.2002 - 09.2004
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw start and end of daily operations, suggesting improvements for efficiency.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.

Supervising Manager

Dial America
02.2000 - 11.2002
  • Enhanced employee productivity through regular performance evaluations and tailored training programs.
  • Facilitated team growth by recruiting top talent, providing ongoing coaching, and creating opportunities for advancement within the organization.
  • Exceeded sales targets while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients through exceptional account management practices.
  • Established a positive work environment with effective leadership, clear expectations, and open communication.

Skills

  • MS office suite
  • Salesforce
  • Analytical thinking
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer relationship management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Data entry
  • Order processing
  • Call management
  • Complaint resolution

Certification

Diploma in Customer Service (2025)

Developing Quality Customer Service Skills (2025)


Certified Nursing Assistant (2018)


Certified Travel Agent (2002)

Timeline

Life Services Relationship Core Consultant

Advanced Call Center Technologies
02.2025 - Current

Financial Services Representative

Advanced Call Center Technologies LLC
07.2023 - 02.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Blue Ridge Health and Rehab
05.2018 - 11.2020

Order Management Specialist

SMARTRAC TECHNOLOGY Inc
05.2017 - 04.2018

Customer Service Representative

SITEL Worldwide
08.2015 - 02.2017

Assistant Store Manager

Sam Goody
12.2002 - 09.2004

Supervising Manager

Dial America
02.2000 - 11.2002

Medical Assistant -

South College of Asheville

Summary

Professional with strong background in customer interactions and service solutions. Highly skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals.

Additional Information

Certifications and professional references upon request.

Stay at home mom

There are gaps in my employment so that I could be a stay at-home mom. My kids are now adults so I'm ready to take on new challenges and have a very quite and private office space.

Tara BartelsonCustomer Service Representative/Order Management/Financial Services