KATHLEEN CROSSLAND
Killeen, TX ***** • 254-***-**** • *****.*********@**.***
Professional Summary
Proven leader with experience working in a team environment. Process improvement, team building, and documentation are all proficient areas. .Friendly team player with a knack for working in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. Astute Call Center professional offering polished communication skills. Brings excellent organizational skills and talent for overcoming customer objections. Self-motivated and true team player.
Skills
Effective Written and Verbal Communication
Responding to Difficult Customers
Data Entry and Maintenance
Upbeat and Positive Personality
Efficient and Detail-Oriented
Issue and Complaint Resolution
Customer Service and Assistance
Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
Calm and Professional Under Pressure
Patient and Empathetic
Ability to Work Independently
Call Volume and Quality Metrics
Work History
Customer Service Specialist, 02/2022 to Current
Cofiroute USA – Remote
Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers to place orders.
Complied with company policies and procedures by encouraging positive and effective work environment among all employees.
Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues. Handled over 50 calls per shift signing up new customers, retrieving customer data, presenting relevant product information and cancelling services. Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues Reinforced established quality control standards and followed procedures for optimal customer interactions
Maintained and managed customer files and databases Patient Advocate, 05/2021 to 11/2021
Startek – Hot Springs,AR
Managed over 50 calls per day. from patients, providers, physicians and internal and external clients related to pharmacy benefits
Work to research and resolve problems in timely manner Assist members in understanding and maximizing use of their pharmacy distribution program This was remote position, able to work with little to no supervision. Owner/Business Administrator, 06/2012 to 05/2021
The Auto Dr – Leander,Texas
Answered average of 30 calls, emails, and faxes per day, responding to customer inquiries, resolving problems, and informing customers about new products Performed effectively respond to customer requests via phone and email, as well as answer questions and inquiries.
Implemented marketing strategies that resulted in 12% increase in number of customers. Customer Service Department Manager, 09/2002 to 06/2012 Lowes – AUSTIN,TX
Was in charge of training and daily performance of 30+ employees In charge of supply purchases and inventory management for office operations and equipment maintenance
Communicated with customers, responded to inquiries, handled meeting requests, and answered billing questions to provide excellent customer service Assessed and identified inefficient workflow processes, then implemented solutions to boost productivity and employee performance
Kept track of office inventory to ensure adequate supply levels and placed orders for products Planned and executed successful corporate meetings, luncheons, and special events for groups of up to 120
Improved personnel coverage by planning work schedules based on staff availability and anticipated demand
Checked financial bookkeeping for accuracy and compliance, resolving any discrepancies that were discovered
Guided employees through routine and complex administrative situations with decisive but motivating approach
Evaluated employee performance and encouraged employees to increase productivity. Education
High School Diploma: 06/1979
Adolfo Camarillo High School - Camarillo, CA