Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Crispin & Jeffery Chartered Accountants
08.2022 - 10.2023
Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Client Service Representative - Superannuation
Crispin & Jeffery Chartered Accountants
04.2018 - 08.2022
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
Utilized active listening skills to identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions.
Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
Maintained accurate record-keeping with proactive attention to client information updates.
Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
Educated clients on account services and resolved client inquiries regarding statement information and account balances.
Offered troubleshooting advice to assist customers with technical issues and navigate smooth process.
Trained and supervised junior customer service representatives on best practices to meet organization goals.
Collaborated with other departments to develop ways to increase customer satisfaction.
Developed and implemented customer satisfaction surveys to measure customer service quality.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
Retail Manager
Bag & Baggage Hornsby
01.2008 - 04.2018
Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
Completed daily paperwork and computer entry of sales data as established by management.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Established objectives to offer team members clear roadmap to help company achieve overall goals.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
Retail Assistant
Bag & Baggage Hornsby
08.2005 - 01.2008
Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Processed customer returns to manage smooth refunds and exchanges following store procedures.
Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
Answered incoming calls and emails to provide product information, features and benefits.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Managed efficient cash register operations.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.