Gregory P. Guillard
**** ******** **** ***** · McKinney, TX 75070 · 214-***-**** · ad1ujk@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE/STATEMENT
Highly motivated leader with a verifiable record of accomplishments. Highly creative individual, recognized as results-oriented and solution-focused. Exceptional mentor and coach. Seeking to obtain a position in which a strong dedication to the total development of an organization and a high degree of enthusiasm can be fully utilized.
Core Competencies Include:
· Strong Presentation Skills · Employee Development · High Impact Training Modules
· Quality Assurance · Training and Development · Mentoring and Coaching
· Team Building · Call Center Supervisor · Motivating Employees
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hisun Motors Corp., U.S.A., McKinney, TX
Warranty Support Specialist, October 2022 – April 2023
Coordinated coverage of all contact points; email, phone and written correspondence
Managed inbound and outbound contacts through FormStack platform
Managed the exporting of issues reported through Lowe’s OFR (Out For Repair) platform into Hisun’s repair log platform
Maintained Hisun’s repair log platform to insure that repairs where completed in a timely manner
Managed communications between individual Lowe’s stores, certified service centers, and end user Customers
Responsible for fostering good working relationships with all Lowe’s store contacts and individual service center contacts
Managed entries into uShip platform to schedule pick up and drop off of units needing repair as well as units that had repairs completed
Managed payments to shippers via uShip platform once deliveries were complete
Neora International, LLC Farmers Branch, TX
Customer Care Specialist, July 2021 – November 2021
Responsible for answering inbound phone, email and chat contacts
Completed outbound calls when needed as follow-up contact
Helped Customers and Representatives understand products and benefits each item offered
Managed the entering of new account information into the system across all business platforms
Provided phone support to all field representatives regarding implementing and updating new and existing Customer accounts
Processed payments for purchases of all products by Reps and Customers
Help Reps understand commissions structure, and team building strategies
Strive to maintain a positive, fun and productive work environment
WorldVentures Marketing, LLC, Plano, TX
Rovia Corporate Services Support Supervisor, July 2008 – April 2021
Implemented the Rovia Corporate Services program (Business to Business Sales Program – B2B)
Point person for all escalated department issues
Conduct hiring interviews as well as exit interviews
Coordinate coverage of all contact points; email, phone and written correspondence
Conduct weekly team meetings with entire Corporate Sales Team
Conduct quarterly performance reviews with Corporate Sales Team
Provide account support to business representatives in the field
Assist in B2B Sales School events
Conduct qualifying interviews with registered training class participants
Upon qualification, responsible for forwarding registration confirmation documents
Manage all offsite audio and video needs for B2B training events
Provide staff support at offsite trainings
Manage the entering of new accounts information into the system across all business platforms
Provide phone support to all field representatives regarding implementing and updating new and existing accounts
Compile data from each B2B training event to daily and weekly reports
Process individual payments for field sales purchases of all sales aid materials
Strive to maintain a positive, fun and productive work environment
Credit Solutions, Addison, TX
Training and Development Supervisor, August 2005 – August 2007
Evaluated individual employees and established development plans to ensure employee success and advancement
Created and implemented quality assurance standards, training and monitoring programs
Designed and delivered training programs for new hires and established employees
Conducted training sessions covering specified areas such as use of computers and systems, policies and procedures, customer service skills, and personal development
Evaluated and revised the design and delivery of training curriculums and courses to ensure effectiveness, retention and relevancy
Tracked and recorded training statistics for a 500 seat call center
Provided internal consultation regarding performance and continuous improvement activities
Developed and implemented effective interviewing strategies to ensure the hiring of qualified candidates to meet the company’s current and anticipated needs
Monitored and evaluated employee calls to ensure that Quality Assurance goals were being met or exceeded
Created and maintained a positive, fun and productive work environment
Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Plano, TX
Consumer Relations Promotions and Advertising Representative, June 2001 – July 2005
Supervised customer service team
Conducted employee evaluations and training
Represented Consumer Relations Team in cross-functional meetings related to promotions, advertising and new product launches
Provided supervisory support to Consumer Relations Manager in escalated consumer issues across all brands
Developed a comprehensive knowledge of all company products including product composition, product usage, shelf-life variables, sales promotions, premiums and price variables
Provided supervisory support to Consumer Relations Manager in escalated consumer issues across all brands (Snapple, Mott’s, Yoo-hoo, Orangina, Dr Pepper/7Up, Mistic, Stewart’s, Nantucket Nectars)
Possessed complete knowledge of crisis communication procedure
Followed up with consumers, bottlers, co-packers, distributors, marketing fulfillment centers and internal functions to bring outstanding issues to closure in a timely manner
Answered consumer phone calls, email, faxes, and letter correspondence then entered all appropriate consumer data into systems for retrieval and reporting
Kraft Foods – Callard & Bowser/Suchard, Rye Brook, NY
Customer Service Representative, May 2000 - June 2001
Processed customer service orders in a timely basis into SAP system
Established timely and effective communication networks with brokers, sales force and military accounts
Organized and maintained order files and logs on a daily basis.
Collaborated with other departments in efficient order processing and product delivery.
Entered customer data into SAP system
Processed orders for internal and external customers
IBM – T.J. Watson Research Center, Yorktown, NY
BSC Agent, November 1999 - May 2000
Handled data entry for employee information.
Administrative duties such as faxing, copying, collating, heat bonding, and secondary phone operator.
Distributed Press Reviews for entire center via fax and Lotus Notes
World Famous Cinnabons, Inc, Nanuet, NY
General Manager, September 1996 - November 1999
Possessed full knowledge of day-to-day store operations and responsible for all internal decision making.
Primary customer service representative and contact person for all store activities.
Ordered all supplies for daily operations.
Responsible for payroll and distribution of paychecks to store staff.
Handled all deposits and daily cash flow figures.
Responsible for assigning schedules along with hiring and firing of employees
SKILLS
10 plus years experience in creating and developing quality assurance programs
10 plus years experience in developing and executing training programs
10 plus years experience in sales, call center, and operations
10 plus years experience in the customer service industry
Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Expert knowledge of Siebel, HAHT, AOA, Power Center, TNT, SalesLogix, SAP,
CXM, IEX, Witness, E-Star and FLEX
Project management
Technical writing
Account management
EDUCATION & TRAINING
1993- 1996
College of Aeronautics,
Queens, NY
Major: General Aviation
2007
Collin County Community College
Plano, TX
Continuing Adult Education
Professional Development Courses:
Accelerated Learning Techniques
Accelerated Learning and Risk Taking
Leading High Performance Teams
Motivating Others
Coaching for Success
Building an Environment of Trust
Leading Change
Theories of Adult Learning
Effective Leadership and Management
Training Module Design and Implementation
DDI Leadership Certification Program
Training & Development Certified