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MARIA SCHUMACHER

Gold Coast,QLD

Summary

Driven and accomplished Customer Service Representative with a robust background in customer service and hospitality, demonstrating expertise in delivering exceptional service and resolving inquiries efficiently. My experience spans high-pressure environments where effective communication and critical thinking are crucial for success. Passionate about fostering a customer-centric team culture and dedicated to continuous improvement, I am eager to leverage my skills and enthusiasm to help achieve the organization's goals. Calm and composed in stressful situations, with a successful record of reducing customer dissatisfaction through acknowledgment, decisive communication, and focused solutions. Expert at finding win-win solutions.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Contact Center Representative

National Broadband Network
11.2023 - Current
  • Consistently managed inquiries and complaints with effective solutions.
  • Engaged in conversation with customers to understand their needs, resolve issues, and answer process questions.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of solutions according to customer needs.
  • Navigated through computer systems to review information and respond appropriately to End Users.

Customer Service Representative

Telstra
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing solutions in a timely manner

Sales Associate

Optus Store
Shepparton, VIC
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Supported sales staff by providing pre-sale assistance including product comparisons and recommendations.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.

Sales Associate

Telstra Shop
11.2020 - 09.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers
  • Actively listened to customers to understand their needs and provide appropriate solutions

Technical Support Representative

Teletech (Telstra)
Pasay, Manila
12.2010 - 09.2017
  • Maintained composure and patience in face of difficult customer situations, applying de-escalation techniques and positive customer support.
  • Walked customers through common phone hardware and software configurations to maximize service functionality.
  • Documented all activities related to technical support including processes, updates, changes made.
  • Resolved escalated customer service issues in a timely manner.

Education

Nursing Assistance -

Laguna College of Business And Arts
01.2010

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Technical support
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team player

Timeline

Contact Center Representative

National Broadband Network
11.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Telstra
08.2022 - 11.2023

Sales Associate

Optus Store
09.2021 - 08.2022

Sales Associate

Telstra Shop
11.2020 - 09.2021

Technical Support Representative

Teletech (Telstra)
12.2010 - 09.2017

Nursing Assistance -

Laguna College of Business And Arts
MARIA SCHUMACHER