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Kathleen Alvarez

Palmdale

Summary

Adaptable professional with extensive experience in customer service and team supervision. Known for strong problem-solving skills and effective communication, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

PeopleReady
2015.09 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Payroll processing; issuing checks, calculating hours accurately including any overtime and sick hours
  • Assisting employees with inquiries regarding their pay, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concsise communication
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Managed invoicing processes to ensure timely billing and collections.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable discrepancies, enhancing accuracy of financial records.
  • Analyzed account aging reports to identify outstanding payments and follow-ups.
  • Delivered high-quality work under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail resulting in increased productivity.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage client information, track leads, and monitor sales progress.
  • Conducting inside and outside sales
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Maintained professionalism and courtesy while managing high call volumes during peak hours.
  • Progressively advanced through multiple roles, each increasing responsibility.

Customer Service Representative

Manpower Inc
2014.09 - 2015.08

Various contract positions held

Customer Service Representative

  • First point of contact in reception
  • Answered phones, greeted visitors, and responded to customer queries
  • Account management
  • Assisted clients with product compatibility, verified stock, and order placement
  • Other general office duties as needed

Lead Care Manager

Sunrise Senior Living
2010.07 - 2014.08
  • Oversaw personalized care plans to enhance residents' quality of life.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
  • Mentored and trained staff on best practices in resident care management.
  • Implemented process improvements to optimize operational efficiency within care teams.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address concerns and provide support.
  • Ensured the highest level of resident satisfaction with consistent communication, compassionate interactions, and timely responses to concerns.
  • Managed crises effectively by remaining calm under pressure while coordinating necessary resources in a timely manner.
  • Progressively advanced through multiple roles, increasing responsibility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Antelope Valley Adult School
Palmdale, CA
2006-06

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Bilingual - English/Spanish
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Sales growth
  • Orientation and training
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Compliance
  • Microsoft outlook, word, and Excel

Timeline

Assistant Manager

PeopleReady
2015.09 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Manpower Inc
2014.09 - 2015.08

Lead Care Manager

Sunrise Senior Living
2010.07 - 2014.08

High School Diploma -

Antelope Valley Adult School
Kathleen Alvarez