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Luis Mercado

Phoenix

Summary

Dynamic business professional with over 10 years of experience in implementing production procedures and leading practices that enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs. Proven track record of achieving targeted objectives and driving organizational success through strategic leadership. Eager to embrace a leadership role that leverages extensive education and experience to guide high-performing teams. Committed to contributing to a progressive organization while further developing team leadership skills to elevate productivity and performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Payment Integrity - Recovery Resolutions Supervisor (Coordination of Benefits services)

Optum (United Health Group)
San Juan, PR
06.2018 - Current
  • Utilized advanced Excel formulas, including VLOOKUP and SUMIFS, to develop and maintain daily operational and inventory reports for effective performance monitoring.
  • Coordinated with U.S. leadership through regular meetings to analyze departmental performance and implement process improvement initiatives.
  • Conducted monthly performance evaluations to provide feedback, celebrate successes, and implement tailored development plans.
  • Organized and facilitated team discussions to communicate operational updates and assess performance against set goals.
  • Executed payroll processing for staff, maintaining strict accuracy and compliance while meeting deadlines.
  • Designed and implemented performance dashboards to evaluate productivity process effectiveness and attendance, emphasizing items processed per hour and absenteeism trends.
  • Facilitated communication of operational updates and policy changes to enhance team alignment with evolving business processes.
  • Implemented targeted coaching sessions to drive improvements in quality and productivity while ensuring adherence to performance benchmarks.
  • Contributed to talent acquisition strategies by conducting candidate interviews and participating in selection processes.
  • Led team to enhance operational efficiency through process improvements and workflow optimization.

Claims Level 1 and 2 Senior Supervisor

Conduent Inc. (former Xerox ACS Solutions)
Guaynabo, PR
11.2014 - 06.2018
  • Promoted from Team Lead to Supervisor on a new line of business from May 2015 up to date.
  • Responsible for the Claims Department with over fifty associates and one SME (subject matter expert).
  • Prepare Daily Inventory Reports in Excel, among other reports.
  • Manage and train associates in different in-house systems.
  • Maintain associates up to date when new changes in process are made.
  • Meet at least twice a month with each associate to discuss performance.
  • Manage all staff payrolls.
  • Create memorandums and manage side by side meetings with each associate.

Cash Office Associate

Walmart Super Center
Bayamon, PR
09.2012 - 05.2015
  • Managed daily cash operations and bank reconciliations involving high-volume transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company controls.
  • Analyzed daily sales and evaluated cashier performance, escalating discrepancies and operational risks to leadership.
  • Addressed escalated customer concerns, applying problem-solving and de-escalation techniques to resolve issues effectively.
  • Conducted regular audits of cash registers to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance.

Education

Bachelor’s - Buisness Administration - Accounting

American University of Puerto Rico
Bayamon, PR
01-2014

High School Diploma - undefined

Colegio José S. Alegria
Dorado, PR
01-2009

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Knowledge
  • Data & Performance Reporting
  • Team Building
  • Performance Management
  • Coaching & Development
  • Decision Making
  • Bilingual (English & Spanish)
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • High-Pressure Environment Adaptability
  • Training and mentoring

Accomplishments

  • Certification: New Manager Program – Talent Development Program September 2022
  • Led a production improvement initiative that increased average monthly volume by 25%, improved volume per hour by up to 18%, reduced shrinkage by 10%, and delivered a 4.7 FTE efficiency gain while maintaining quality compliance.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Payment Integrity - Recovery Resolutions Supervisor (Coordination of Benefits services)

Optum (United Health Group)
06.2018 - Current

Claims Level 1 and 2 Senior Supervisor

Conduent Inc. (former Xerox ACS Solutions)
11.2014 - 06.2018

Cash Office Associate

Walmart Super Center
09.2012 - 05.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

Colegio José S. Alegria

Bachelor’s - Buisness Administration - Accounting

American University of Puerto Rico
Luis Mercado