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Customer Service Representative

Location:
Chicago, IL
Posted:
March 20, 2024

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LAMONT

BRYANT

ad4gin@r.postjobfree.com

708-***-****

Bridgeview, IL 60455

Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship- building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Security Equipment Supply - Logistics Associate

Bensenville, IL • 06/2023 - Current

Opinionted Survey - Customer Service Representative Norridge, IL • 01/2022 - 05/2023

WORK HISTORY

Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.

Conducted investigations to resolve issues related to logistics and cargo movements.

• Developed strategies to optimize utilization of available resources. Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.

Registered vendors and customers on database to maintain updated roster.

Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.

• Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays. Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.

Scheduled and coordinated truck, ship and air transport to maximize productivity and maintain organized calendar.

• Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards. Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.

• Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise. Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.

• Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures. Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.

Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.

Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.

Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

• Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times. SKILLS

• Inventory Control

• Safety Compliance

• Team Collaboration

• Time Management

• Demand Planning

• Pallet Jack Operation

• Problem Solving

• Quality Assurance

• Hazardous Materials Handling

• Customer Service

• Supply Chain Management

• Warehouse Operations

Proviso East High School

Maywood, IL • 06/2003

High School Diploma

EDUCATION

NRG - Customer Service

Chicago, IL • 06/2018 - 12/2021

Fromm International - Warehouse

Mount Prospect, IL • 09/2014 - 05/2018

Efficient Attic Systems - Customer Service/Lead Generator San Antonio, TX • 07/2012 - 08/2014

Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.

Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.

Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.

Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.

• Simply set up the kiosk to be able to perform customer service. Enrolled customers via tablet who can choose NRG as their supplier for electricity.

Explain different packages for them to be able to pick for new utility supplier.

Updated customer service database with new information, address changes and contact details.

Developed lasting relationships with customers, which helped to bring in additional business opportunities.

Immediately brought critical issues to customer service manager for resolution.

Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.

Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.

Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.

Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.

Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.

• Consistently lifted materials weighing as much 40-60 pounds. Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.

• Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.

Trained, oversaw, and mentored new team members to strengthen performance and job expertise.

Supervised day-to-day customer service operations to provide staff with guidance and drive productivity.

Greeted customers and listened closely to problems described to determine solutions.

Resolved customer service issues using company processes and policies and provided updates to customers.

Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.

Stepped up to assist customer service manager with complaints and issues during times of department short staffing.

Ahtna Facility Services - Maintenance/Housekeeping Chicago, IL • 04/2008 - 05/2012

Promoted to team lead of customer service for displaying outstanding enthusiasm and remaining calm in extremely trying situations.

Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.

Cleaned floors with sweeping, dusting, damp or wet mopping and disinfecting.

• Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.

• Sorted, laundered and put away various laundry items. Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.

• Removed dirt, dust, grease and from surfaces using proper solutions. Reported equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor

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Adhered to optimal standards for cleanliness, appearance and service.

Trained other staff members by physically demonstrating complex tasks.

Assisted maintenance department with stripping, waxing and buffing of floors.

Cleaned carpets by vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing and disinfecting.

Ordered and stocked supplies to avoid shortages and excess inventory.



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