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Tonya Cates

Daytona Beach,FL

Summary

Systematic Account Coordinator offering over 10+ year background undertaking day-to-day tasks relating to customer service and support in proper execution of customer account objectives. Productive and hardworking professional polished in tracking project milestones, creating presentations and pitching ideas. Hands-on experience with CRM software paired with exceptional account management skills. Comfortable managing multiple simultaneous projects with high accuracy. I have a strong track record of performance in fast-paced work environment. Expertise in data entry, records management and account management.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Coordinator

Deem Mechanical
08.2020 - 01.2024
  • Facilitated cross departmental interaction with other teams to facilitate open communications for benefit of clients.
  • Assisted clients with technical support issues and general inquiries.
  • Sought out process improvement opportunities and took ownership to implement positive change.
  • Researched, troubleshot and resolved client inquiries as part of ongoing support for client set.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with assigned accounts.
  • Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 30 fleet vehicles.
  • Provided accurate HVAC/Refrigeration estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
  • Parts ordering, tracking, and PO generating.
  • Coordinate work orders, parts, and scheduling of project completion for 250+ site locations.

Asset Protection and Operations Manager

Lowe's Home Improvement
12.2015 - 06.2020
  • Oversee inventory levels and profit loss data for four locations
  • Review and analyze possible internal theft of four store locations
  • Support financial and regulatory compliance
  • Prepare P&L reports
  • Manages inventory tracking system to record deliveries, shipments and stock levels
  • Analyzes daily product and supply levels to anticipate inventory problems and shortages
  • Maintaining accounts receivable along with managing, processing, and verifying BOL invoices
  • Develops business relationships with suppliers and customers
  • Manage controllable costs with a view to maintaining profitability.

District Manager/Store Manager/Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
11.2009 - 12.2015
  • Supervise, train and assist employees like Sales Representatives and Retail Store Clerks in customer service, store maintenance and product promotions
  • Develop and maintain a schedule for employees and promotions centered on holiday sales and other cycles
  • Seek ways to better promote the store, the product line and service within the store
  • Maintain proper inventory levels, ensure stocking, implement purchasing plans and maintain contact with suppliers to ensure maximum efficiency in meeting sales goals
  • Implement cross-training of employees and Assistant Managers to maintain productivity at all times
  • Hire and train as needed to ensure adequate personnel is on hand to provide outstanding customer service.

Billing Coordinator

PRN Pharmaceuticals
07.2006 - 10.2009
  • Collaborating with finance and sales professionals to maintain accounts receivable
  • Compiling and process information such as prices and discounts
  • Ensuring customers and insurance are billed correctly for supplies and services
  • Issue invoices and distribute them electronically or by mail
  • Communicate with customers to answer questions
  • Resolve disagreements between the company and its creditors.

Education

Associates Degree in Business Administration -

Ivy Tech Community College
05.2006

Diploma -

Decatur Central High School
05.2003

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • HVAC and Refrigeration quoting/estimates
  • Effective Time Management
  • Fast Learner
  • Computer Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Scheduling/Dispatching
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Parts ordering and tracking
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Customer Service

Personal Information

Title: Inventory and Operations Manager

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Account Coordinator

Deem Mechanical
08.2020 - 01.2024

Asset Protection and Operations Manager

Lowe's Home Improvement
12.2015 - 06.2020

District Manager/Store Manager/Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
11.2009 - 12.2015

Billing Coordinator

PRN Pharmaceuticals
07.2006 - 10.2009

Associates Degree in Business Administration -

Ivy Tech Community College

Diploma -

Decatur Central High School
Tonya Cates