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THU VIET TRANG (NICOLE) NGUYEN

Seven Hills,NSW

Summary

Over 7 years of experience in administration and customer service, recognized as a finalist for the CSIA Australian Service Excellence Award in 2024. Proven expertise in leading and training teams to foster a positive and results-driven work environment. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through effective team motivation and support.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Leader (TL)

Everyday Mobile from Woolworths
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Coached customer service representatives through one-on-one sessions, exceeding team KPIs within three months.
  • Monitored team performance, ensuring alignment with company policies and core values.
  • Adjusted rosters and assignments to address fluctuations in contact volumes effectively.
  • Provided floor support to assist CSRs with customer inquiries and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Facilitated communication between hub and business teams regarding website errors and technical issues.
  • Maintained positive relationships with stakeholders, aiding quick transitions for CSRs into permanent roles.
  • Recruited seven contractors, retaining five high-performing individuals within four months.

Customer Contact Specialist (CCS)

Everyday Mobile from Woolworths
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Facilitated team support through chat by addressing product inquiries and resolving technical issues.
  • Managed escalations, processing refund and goodwill requests efficiently.
  • Analysed trends and reported findings to the Team Leader and Customer Hub Manager (CHM).
  • Collaborated with stakeholders on internal processes, promotions, and scheduling concerns.
  • Conducted team huddles and provided updates via email and group chats.
  • Recruited, trained, and coached new trainees to enhance team performance.
  • Performed occasional QA evaluations and offered regular coaching upon TL request.
  • Conducted five training sessions within 20 months, achieving an 80% retention rate with 31 trainees, including seven permanent staff.
  • Recognized as finalist for CSIA Australian Service Excellence Award in 2024.

Customer Service Representative

Everyday Mobile from Woolworths
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Assisted customers with inquiries about Woolworths Mobile prepaid and postpaid phone plans across voice, chat, and email channels.
  • Liaised with other departments such as Everyday Rewards and Technical Support to resolve technical issues and billing inquiries.
  • Consistently met or exceeded KPI targets throughout tenure at Woolworths Mobile.
  • Provided floorwalking support by answering team questions on products and internal processes.

Self-Employed German Tutor

Self-Employed
08.2018 - 07.2022
  • Developed tailored learning solutions based on student strengths and weaknesses.
  • Managed curriculum, advertising strategies, pricing structures, and customer inquiries.
  • Conducted private language lessons for adults and teenagers to enhance fluency.
  • Handled invoicing processes to ensure timely payment collection.

Administration & Operations Manager

BNI Sydney North West & Penrith
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Served as primary contact for over 500 Networking Franchise members, addressing inquiries and resolving technical issues.
  • Managed new sign-ups, billing processes, and payment transactions for seamless member experience.
  • Assisted the Executive Director and the Learning and Development Director in organizing upskilling events and meetings.
  • Coordinated logistics for meetings and events, including Regional Conferences and the Annual BNI Rewards Night in November 2019.

Administration Assistant

Hills Motor Repairs Pty Ltd
09.2018 - 02.2019
  • Executed general administrative duties, including answering phone calls and managing bookings.
  • Inquired about prices, ordered parts, and created quotes and invoices.
  • Processed payments via EFTPOS and reconciled bank accounts in Xero.
  • Updated Facebook page and managed email marketing campaigns through Mailchimp.
  • Modified website content using HTML to enhance user engagement.
  • Developed comprehensive training manual for onboarding new staff.

Marketing & Communications Intern

Ethical Consumers Australia
02.2016 - 07.2016
  • Performed online sub-editing for Good On You WordPress blog, enhancing content quality.
  • Monitored and reported Good On You app and social media performance using Google Analytics and Iconosquare.
  • Established and managed Google AdWords campaigns to improve visibility.
  • Created push notifications via StreetHawk to engage users effectively.
  • Supported CEO, Communications Director, and Product Manager with administrative tasks and research initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Engineering – Cultural Studies, Knowledge Management, Logistics

Otto Von Guericke University Magdeburg
Germany
03.2018

Study Abroad Semester - Media and Marketing | Subjects: Consumer Behaviour, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Research, Media Cultures

Macquarie University Sydney
Sydney, Australia
11.2015

Business Administration - with Specialisation on Foreign Languages (English/French), International Marketing Management

European Academy of Business and Languages Leipzig
Leipzig, Germany
07.2013

Skills

  • Active listening and empathy
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Stakeholder management
  • Relationship building
  • Coaching and training

Certification

  • Cert III - Business (Sydney, Australia, February 2023)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Native/ Bilingual
Vietnamese
Limited
French
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Team Leader (TL)

Everyday Mobile from Woolworths
08.2024 - 12.2024

Customer Contact Specialist (CCS)

Everyday Mobile from Woolworths
07.2022 - 08.2024

Customer Service Representative

Everyday Mobile from Woolworths
08.2020 - 07.2022

Administration & Operations Manager

BNI Sydney North West & Penrith
03.2019 - 06.2020

Administration Assistant

Hills Motor Repairs Pty Ltd
09.2018 - 02.2019

Self-Employed German Tutor

Self-Employed
08.2018 - 07.2022

Marketing & Communications Intern

Ethical Consumers Australia
02.2016 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Engineering – Cultural Studies, Knowledge Management, Logistics

Otto Von Guericke University Magdeburg

Study Abroad Semester - Media and Marketing | Subjects: Consumer Behaviour, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Research, Media Cultures

Macquarie University Sydney

Business Administration - with Specialisation on Foreign Languages (English/French), International Marketing Management

European Academy of Business and Languages Leipzig
THU VIET TRANG (NICOLE) NGUYEN