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Tarvell L. Hicks

District Heights,Md

Summary

Leasing professional with solid track record in managing tenant relations and lease agreements. Proven ability to maintain high occupancy rates and improve tenant satisfaction. Team-oriented with focus on adaptability and achieving results while leveraging strong communication and organizational skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Aftermarket/Customer Service Manager

Safford Automotive Group
01.2017 - Current
  • Follow up with customers to ensure the timely placement of contracts and orders
  • Ensure all renewal offers go out in advance of renewal date to ensure all contracts are in place by the renewal anniversary
  • Establish and execute effective AFM sales strategies and programs aimed at driving customer satisfaction, sales growth, product service, optimizing distribution channels, pricing, and personnel development programs (including training, representative/customer meetings, marketing campaigns)
  • Ensure timely and effective mitigation strategies to address assessed risk profiles with respect to cost and revenue
  • Support negotiations according to company guidelines
  • Identifiy, research, and contact prospective customers and build positive relationships that will generate future sales and repeat business
  • Respond to customer concerns about the company and its products
  • Accountable for ensuring orders are entered into the ERP system and/or other support databases
  • Work closely with Sales Director, Regional Sales Managers and CBT in developing specific sales campaigns custom-tailored solutions for operators, Dealers and Channel Partners
  • Provide input into the Service strategy for APAC with the aim of delivering revenue and EBITA growth year on year
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Took ownership of customer issues and followed problems through to resolution.
  • Managed a team of customer service representatives, fostering a positive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Reduced customer complaints, proactively addressing issues and implementing effective solutions.

Leasing Agent

The Vernona at Silver Hill
01.2011 - 01.2017
  • Handled tenant communications by quickly responding to requests for maintenance and answering any questions or concerns.
  • Toured property with prospective tenants and provided wealth of information in regards to its key features.
  • Managed move-in process smoothly by coordinating schedules with new residents and ensuring all necessary documentation was completed accurately.
  • Distributed and followed up on tenant renewal notices.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when showing properties to prospects, leading to increased signed leases.
  • Kept meticulous records of correspondence between management and tenants.
  • Ensured compliance with fair housing laws and company policies to promote an inclusive and welcoming community for all residents.
  • Generated leads through various marketing channels such as social media platforms, email campaigns, and print advertising materials.
  • Improved property appearance with consistent inspections, identifying areas in need of repair or updates.
  • Resolved conflicts between tenants regarding noise, encroachments, and parking.
  • Scheduled various contractors to complete needed work on vacant and occupied units.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks such as lease renewals, rent collection, and tenant communication to maximize efficiency.

Sales Manager

Hhgregg
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction through superb customer service throughout the store
  • Coordinate or conduct morning meetings and walk-thrus
  • Assure each department within the store is staffed properly at all times
  • Support the Sales manager and General Manager in ensuring the sales floor is supported at all times
  • Consistently work with new and low performing sales associate to develop their skills
  • Observe and assist in coaching, counseling and recommending disciplinary actions with low performers by Observing the disciplinary process with the management team
  • Assure proper merchandising and display standards are maintained in the store
  • Working knowledge of human resources procedures: Hiring procedures
  • Proper procedures for reviewing payroll

Assistant Manager

Acceptance Now (RAC)
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Account management activities including, but not limited to these key responsibilities: Customer service in respect to all customers both internal and external to the partnership store
  • Completed customer service calls in a timely manner as assigned
  • Work as a cooperative member of the partnership store team in all operational aspects
  • Network with partnership store personnel to gain referrals and educate partnership store staff on the rental process
  • Account Management: Review expired accounts and communicate with customers to promote timely payments
  • Maintain accurate records of past due account activity
  • Creating and hosting training events
  • Authorized and processed product returns
  • Coordinate shift coverage including appointing breaks and lunches

Customer Service Desk Associate / Front End Supervisor

Lowes
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Coordinate shift coverage including appointing breaks and lunches
  • Properly diffused and mitigated customer agitation and complaints
  • Performed whatever actions needed to be taken to satisfied customers per and within statutes of company policy
  • Maintained and audited the store safe and individual cashier accounts
  • Verified and maintained and correct the correct monetary amounts in the safe before, during and after shifts
  • Restock, and maintains product flow to store shelves
  • Ensured that product was moved from shipment to store shelves in a timely fashion
  • Maintained appearances and the display of products and shelves per corporate policy, including front end displays and merchandising; changed, updated and coordinated front end displays in a dynamic fashion

Front End Supervisor

K-mart
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Coordinated and managed employee time, shift coverage including appointing breaks and lunches
  • Properly handled, diffused and mitigated customer agitation and complaints
  • Performed whatever actions needed to be taken to satisfied customers according to and within statutes of company policy
  • Maintained and audited the store safe and individual cashier accounts
  • Verified and maintained and correct the correct monetary amounts in the safe before, during and after shifts
  • Restock, and maintains product flow to store shelves
  • Ensured that product was moved from shipment to store shelves in a timely fashion
  • Maintained appearances and the display of products and shelves according to corporate policy, including front end displays and merchandising; changed, updated and coordinated front end displays in a dynamic fashion

Education

Associate of Science - Social Sciences

Prince George's Community College, Upper Marlboro, MD
06-2010

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Customer-focused
  • Fair Housing Regulations
  • Lease Agreements
  • Organizational capabilities
  • CRM Software
  • Leasing Terms and Specifications
  • Real Estate Law
  • Account Management
  • Event Planning
  • Resident Retention Programs

Timeline

Aftermarket/Customer Service Manager - Safford Automotive Group
01.2017 - Current
Sales Manager - Hhgregg
01.2015 - 01.2017
Assistant Manager - Acceptance Now (RAC)
01.2015 - 12.2015
Customer Service Desk Associate / Front End Supervisor - Lowes
01.2012 - 01.2015
Leasing Agent - The Vernona at Silver Hill
01.2011 - 01.2017
Front End Supervisor - K-mart
01.2010 - 01.2013
Prince George's Community College - Associate of Science, Social Sciences
Tarvell L. Hicks