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Deborah Dodd

Hockessin

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Customer Service RepresentativeCustomer Service RepresentativeSales, Customer Service and CashierOffice Administration and Design ConsultantOffice administrator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Hybrid
Location: Hockessin, DE
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

20/hr - 1000/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementHealthcare benefits401k matchTeam Building / Company RetreatsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Summary

Dedicated and meticulous professional with a strong track record in administrative support and customer service. Skilled in leveraging organizational and interpersonal skills to streamline operations, resolve issues, and ensure a positive experience for clients.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Horizon Heating
Newark , DE
08.2022 - 04.2026
  • Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
  • Bolstered customer retention by creating and offering unique discount options and inspiring interest in new product lines.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management t
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displ
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Resolved associate, tool and service delivery issues revealed by statistical reports.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock product based on customer requests.
  • Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displays to promote sales.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.

Customer Service Representative

Sardo & Sons Warehousing
New Castle
05.2022 - 04.2026
  • Processed orders efficiently using warehouse management software and systems.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.

Sales, Customer Service and Cashier

Boscov's
Christiana
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Responded to customer inquiries professionally, quickly identifying needs to enhance satisfaction
  • Cultivated customer relationships, fostering loyalty and encouraging repeat business
  • Recommended merchandise aligned with customer needs and preferences, contributing to sales growth
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges and security practices
  • Processed cash and credit payments rapidly and accurately
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in the store
  • Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area
  • Contacted other store locations to determine merchandise availability

Office Administration and Design Consultant

All Thru The House
Wilmington
06.2008 - 09.2011
  • Researched and customized service proposals to meet client needs
  • Maintained administrative duties to ensure smooth office operations
  • Organized, packed, and staged items for optimal presentation

Office administrator

Myohealth
Elkton
05.2005 - 12.2006
  • Setup and operated the office administration
  • Resolved all customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction
  • Interviewed job candidates and made staffing decisions
  • Hired, trained and evaluated personnel in sales and marketing
  • Hired contractors to renovate interior of building

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

University Of Delaware
Newark, DE

Skills

  • Highly organized
  • Meticulous
  • Detail-oriented
  • Problem solving
  • Managing daily office functions
  • Collaborating with cross-functional departments
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Technical skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Maintaining accuracy
  • Professional phone etiquette
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Database management
  • Articulate
  • Well-spoken
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Exceptional organization
  • Flexible
  • Accurate
  • Detailed
  • Analytical problem solver
  • Goal-oriented
  • Accomplished manager
  • Effective time management
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Customer-oriented
  • Accounts payable specialist
  • Account reconciliation
  • Works well under pressure
  • Pleasant demeanor
  • Filing
  • Data archiving
  • Decisive
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Positive
  • Upbeat
  • Self-motivated
  • Call center operations
  • Promotional support
  • Key holder experience
  • Hospitality and accommodation
  • Multi-line phone talent
  • Report preparation
  • Quality control
  • Customer consulting
  • Shipping procedures
  • Banking operations support
  • Tracking complaints
  • Service standard compliance
  • Multi-task management
  • [Software] CRM system proficiency
  • Key stakeholder relationship building
  • Call triaging
  • Customer RMA management
  • Project management
  • Travel planning
  • Typing proficiency
  • Sales closing
  • Lead generation
  • Business development
  • Credit adjustments
  • Sales strategy
  • Warehouse management software

Community Service

  • Current board member Friends of Historic Riverview Cemetery
  • Chapter chairwomen Ducks Unlimited ladies committee member

Skills

  • Complaint resolution
  • Scheduling
  • Account updating
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Horizon Heating
08.2022 - 04.2026

Customer Service Representative

Sardo & Sons Warehousing
05.2022 - 04.2026

Sales, Customer Service and Cashier

Boscov's
09.2015 - 06.2016

Office Administration and Design Consultant

All Thru The House
06.2008 - 09.2011

Office administrator

Myohealth
05.2005 - 12.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

University Of Delaware
Deborah Dodd