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Diane Blount

Lumberton

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Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Remote

Summary

Dedicated customer service professional with expertise in conflict resolution, order management, and complaint handling. Proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Also Telecommunications for AT&T 28 years of service. Over 30 years of leadership I have built top ranked teams through highly effective coaching and mentorship.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Quarate Retail Group (QVC)
Philadelphia
09.2024 - 09.2026
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and order placements, enhancing overall satisfaction.
  • Managed returns and exchanges according to company policies to maintain compliance.
  • Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Identified and recommended additional products or services based on customer needs to increase sales.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline service delivery and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Mentoring/coach peers to upsell performance

Manager Call Center - Performance

Caring LLC
Charlotte
07.2020 - 11.2023
  • Led team meetings to align project goals with company vision.
  • Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
  • Streamlined communication processes between departments for improved collaboration.
  • Implemented strategic plans to optimize workflow efficiency across teams.
  • Evaluated performance metrics to guide decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Mentored junior staff members to foster professional development and growth.

Supervisor - Telerecruitment

American Red Cross
Charlotte
08.2012 - 02.2020
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Monitored employee productivity, providing constructive feedback and coaching to support individual development.
  • Guided subordinates on job duties and responsibilities, enhancing team understanding and performance.
  • Facilitated team meetings to align goals and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
  • Coordinated logistics for blood donation drives and community events to maximize participation and community impact.

Call Center Supervisor

BellSouth Telecommunications
Charlotte , NC
05.1979 - 11.2007

Led leadership coaching initiatives to enhance team performance and organizational growth. Managed staff and systems to ensure operational efficiency and effective resource allocation. Engineered solutions to optimize processes and drive continuous improvement across teams.

Consistently ranked in top 5% of 97 sales managers, demonstrating superior sales capabilities. Honored as pinnacle performer, earning several recognition trips for exceptional results. Awarded by department head for adept management of ADSL implementation via DAML. Engaged with technicians as outside plant engineer to ensure successful dial tone service rollout. Developed construction drawings instrumental in the execution of telecommunications projects.

Senior Collector

Citibank
Charlotte , NC
11.2008 - 06.2012
  • Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
  • Maintained high volume of calls and met demands of busy and productive group.
  • Identified and contacted customers with overdue accounts to address payment status.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Robeson Technical Community College
Lumberton, NC

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Order management
  • Complaint handling
  • Conflict resolution
  • Product knowledge
  • Customer feedback analysis
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Quarate Retail Group (QVC)
09.2024 - 09.2026

Manager Call Center - Performance

Caring LLC
07.2020 - 11.2023

Supervisor - Telerecruitment

American Red Cross
08.2012 - 02.2020

Senior Collector

Citibank
11.2008 - 06.2012

Call Center Supervisor

BellSouth Telecommunications
05.1979 - 11.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Robeson Technical Community College
Diane Blount