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Lonnie Kiss

Chermside,Queensland

Summary

I am a highly personal and well-versed office support candidate seeking a long term permanent role which will compliment my extensive administration and customer service experience. With a proven record of boosting sales and customer loyalty through individualised service, promptly and professionally responding to queries.

Key competencies include meeting and greeting guests, responding to phone and email queries, maintaining office inventory levels, accounting duties and daily mail and banking. A proven history of exceptional time management and highly effective with competing responsibilities.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Temping Roles

Hays Recruitment
10.2023 - Current
  • Reception /Administration Roles:
  • SAP
  • Schneider Electric
  • John Holland Group
  • Wood Enterprises
  • Marsh McLennan
  • Deloitte

• Assisting clients with enquiries
• Phone and internet operations
• Issuing security cards
• Allocating visitor parking and access cards
• Maintaining database
• Data Entry
• Mail and courier management
• Diary and meeting room requirements
• Catering
• Stationery orders
• Review and organise the daily meeting schedule
• Conduct check of all meeting rooms start and end of day
• Assist with staff enquiries in relation to car parks and temporary access

badges and maintain accurate database
• Curate and stock kitchen
• Monitor and manage the inventory of groceries and stationery
• Collaborate with vendors to facilitate regular maintenance services
• Arrange meetings and events, collaborating with event organizers
• Procure banners, name tags, and catering services
• Coordinate with building managers regarding queries and complaints

Store Co-worker

IKEA
11.2017 - 10.2023
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • 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 POS system to locate inventory and place orders for customers.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Worked to meet or exceed annual budget targets
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance
  • Exceeded sales goals by over 20% utilising exemplary customer service skills

Client Services Officer

Insurance Australia Group
08.2008 - 11.2015
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Investigated and processed claims in a timely manner to keep customers satisfied.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering, requisitions and stocking.
  • Organised internal events and meetings for management and external stakeholders.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and inbox on a daily basis.
  • Conducted accounts payable and receivable duties including but not limited to: invoicing, managing client accounts, debt recovery and daily banking.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
  • Managed 50+ incoming calls each day with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable service

Education

Certificate III - Business Administration

Training Institute of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
11.2015

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Excellent Telephone Etiquette
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Records Management
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft suite and Citrix
  • Ability to work autonomously or in a team

Timeline

Temping Roles

Hays Recruitment
10.2023 - Current

Store Co-worker

IKEA
11.2017 - 10.2023

Client Services Officer

Insurance Australia Group
08.2008 - 11.2015

Certificate III - Business Administration

Training Institute of Queensland
Lonnie Kiss