Resourceful and experienced worker offering expertise in customer service, sales. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Recently retired but looking for part time/seasonal work.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist/Executive Assistant
Coghlan's Ltd
02.2014 - 02.2024
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Resolved customer problems and complaints.
Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Cultivated positive relationships with clients through professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills.
Assisted with planning office events and meetings for smooth execution.
Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
Automotive Service Advisor/Receptionist
Discovery Automotive
07.2001 - 07.2013
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized automotive service recommendations based on vehicle diagnostics and maintenance history.
Collaborated with automotive technicians to accurately diagnose vehicle issues and prioritize necessary repairs.
Facilitated communication between customers, technicians, and other dealership departments to ensure a seamless service experience for all parties involved.
Continuously updated personal knowledge of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to provide the most accurate advice to customers.
Increased sales of parts and accessories through thorough knowledge of available products and persuasive upselling techniques.
Managed warranty claims paperwork accurately to secure timely reimbursement from manufacturers while adhering to strict deadlines imposed by vendors or suppliers.
Oversaw coordination of shuttle services and loaner vehicles for customers during prolonged repair times to minimize inconvenience and maintain satisfaction levels.
Streamlined appointment scheduling processes for improved efficiency and increased daily service appointments.
Maintained a clean, organized, and professional service department environment that reflected positively on the dealership''s image and reputation.
Developed strong rapport with customers by maintaining detailed records of their vehicles'' service history and proactively following up on upcoming maintenance needs.
Assisted in inventory management, ordering necessary parts, and tracking backordered items to maintain optimal stock levels.