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REKYAH DUNCAN

Chicago

Summary

Experienced in client relationship management, executive customer support, and procurement. Proven track record of enhancing efficiency and cultivating strong supplier partnerships. Skilled in negotiating advantageous terms and ensuring compliance for smooth operations. Recognized for collaborative teamwork, adaptability to changing business demands, and commitment to achieving results and operational excellence. Proficient in office management software and administrative protocols. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Vendor Management Specialist

CLM Midwest
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service-level agreements.
  • Negotiated pricing and terms, optimizing cost efficiency across vendor contracts.
  • Developed and implemented vendor performance evaluation metrics, enhancing accountability and service quality.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve vendor-related issues, improving communication and collaboration.
  • Account Management
  • Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new vendors, providing clear guidelines on expectations and procedures for seamless integration into the supply chain network.

Customer Service Representative

Grainger Industrial Supply
04.2021 - 09.2024
  • Resolved customer inquiries through multiple channels, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery.
  • Managed order processing using ERP systems, improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, reducing response times for customer requests.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Led initiatives to optimize inventory management processes, ensuring product availability for customers.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.

Patient Access Representative

Mount Sinai Health System
06.2020 - 04.2021
  • Applied HIPAA privacy and security regulations while handling patient information.
  • Responded to patient concerns and inquiries professionally and efficiently.
  • Obtained health, financial and religious information from patients at time of admission.
  • Scheduled and implemented patient admissions and discharges.
  • Inbound/ outbound call center setting
  • Facilitated patient check-in processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data entry.
  • Managed insurance verification procedures to enhance patient access and minimize delays.

Customer Service Representative

American Access Casualty Insurance
05.2018 - 06.2020

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  • Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments and provided payment option setup assistance.
  • Consulted with customers to resolve service and billing issues.
  • Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.

Customer Service Representative

PLS Check Cashers
03.2017 - 05.2018
  • Cashed checks, western unions , issued license place, assisted customers with paying bills at a fast paste
  • Set up and activated customer accounts.
  • Upheld privacy and security requirements for customer information.
  • Trained new employees on procedures and policies to maximize team performance.

● Processed Money orders, notary service● Processed Credit/ Debit cards

Education

Associate of Arts -

Malcom X College
Chicago, IL
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Carl Schurz High School
Chicago, IL
06.2017

Skills

  • Compliance with financial procedures
  • Client support
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Patient/Customer Confidentiality and Data Security
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Call Center Operations
  • Accurate data entry
  • Procurement strategy
  • Audit coordination
  • Performance reporting
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Excel
  • Administrative support
  • Data analysis

Education and Training

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Timeline

Vendor Management Specialist

CLM Midwest
09.2024 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Grainger Industrial Supply
04.2021 - 09.2024

Patient Access Representative

Mount Sinai Health System
06.2020 - 04.2021

Customer Service Representative

American Access Casualty Insurance
05.2018 - 06.2020

Customer Service Representative

PLS Check Cashers
03.2017 - 05.2018

High School Diploma -

Carl Schurz High School

Associate of Arts -

Malcom X College
REKYAH DUNCAN