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Cynthia Bowles

Michigan City

Summary

Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options. Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results. Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, ad providing customized solutions to build loyalty. Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires and providing customized solutions to build loyalty. Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in retail industry. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

The Uniform Outlet
03.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.

Customer Service Representative

Bath & Body Works
07.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • 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.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.

Cashier

Virks BP Gas Station
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Kept cash wrap stocked, products faced and shelving free of misplaced items or trash.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.

Assistant Store Manager

Ross Dress For Less
10.2018 - 02.2022
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
  • Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to facilitate timely product delivery.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.

Customer Service Representative

Carson's Pirie Scott
10.2012 - 08.2018
  • 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.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • 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.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Bolstered customer retention by creating and offering unique discount options and inspiring interest in new product lines.

Office Assistant

Mike' Collections
08.2003 - 10.2012
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Purchased and maintained office supplies.
  • Created and maintained detailed records of all office activities.
  • Monitored and tracked budgets and expenses.

Server

Ryan's Steakhouse Buffet
08.2002 - 04.2004
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.

Education

Associate of Science - Phlebotomy

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Michigan City, IN
05.2012

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Michigan City, IN
05.2011

Skills

  • Team Development
  • Report Creation
  • Oracle EnterpriseOne
  • Oracle E-Business Suite Financials
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Project Management Abilities
  • Microsoft Access
  • POS Systems Expertise
  • Sales Report Generation
  • Store Maintenance
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Process Transactions
  • Closing Sales
  • Quality Control
  • Document and Records Management
  • Speaking
  • Order and Refund Processing
  • Filing
  • Sales Expertise
  • Research
  • Customer Relations
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • Clerical Support
  • Microsoft Word
  • Active Listening
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Managing Multiple Tasks
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Sales and Upselling
  • Staff Training
  • Technical Support
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Retail Sales Customer Service
  • Billing Adjustments and Refunds
  • Customer Service
  • Retail Materials Management
  • Report Preparation
  • Prioritization
  • Facebook
  • Spreadsheets

Accomplishments

  • Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.
  • Monetary Transactions - Handled cash, check, credit and automatic debit card transactions with 100% accuracy.
  • Product Promotion - Up-sold products and motivated customers to upgrade current product plans.
  • Compiled inventory lists and worked with vendors for product pricing and special orders. Handled high volume sales with cash, credit and gift card transactions, balancing cash draw at end of shift with 100% accuracy rate.
  • Documented and resolved customer issues which led to happy results
  • Supervised team of 25 plus staff members.
  • Achieved tasks by completing projects with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • Sales Manager Certificate

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

The Uniform Outlet
03.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Bath & Body Works
07.2022 - Current

Cashier

Virks BP Gas Station
02.2022 - 07.2022

Assistant Store Manager

Ross Dress For Less
10.2018 - 02.2022

Customer Service Representative

Carson's Pirie Scott
10.2012 - 08.2018

Office Assistant

Mike' Collections
08.2003 - 10.2012

Server

Ryan's Steakhouse Buffet
08.2002 - 04.2004

Associate of Science - Phlebotomy

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Cynthia Bowles