With a robust background in customer service, sales, and e-commerce, I bring a wealth of expertise cultivated through dynamic roles at Purpink Gifts, Koa Save Africa, and Jumia Kenya. As a Customer Service Representative at Purpink Gifts, I excelled in promptly responding to inquiries, achieving a 95% positive feedback rate, and contributing to a 40% improvement in handling challenging customer situations. My collaboration with cross-functional teams has resulted in a 25% reduction in escalations, and my analytical skills shine through in in-depth customer feedback analysis, providing invaluable insights for strategic decision-making.
As a Customer Service Intern at Koa Save Africa, I demonstrated responsiveness, achieved an 85% customer satisfaction rate, and efficiently managed and resolved issues, contributing to a 30% reduction in escalations.
In my previous role as a Retail Sales Associate at Jumia Kenya, I executed effective telesales and e-commerce strategies, significantly boosting sales and customer acquisition. I ensured exceptional customer satisfaction through diligent follow-ups and problem-solving, contributing to increased revenue and customer engagement. Consistently surpassing sales targets, I showcased a commitment to excellence and performance, actively contributing to team and operational improvement.
My diverse skill set encompasses customer service, sales, problem resolution, strategic analysis, and collaborative teamwork, making me a valuable asset to dynamic and customer-focused environments.
In my next opportunity, I would like to utilize and expand my skillset in a Customer Service/ Customer Support role.
Please get in touch with me at cal.com/susanm if you would like to chat 😊
Experience
Purpink Gifts
Apr 2023 – Nov 2023
Nairobi, Kenya
Customer Service Representative
Key Achievements:
• Achieved a 95% positive feedback rate by responding promptly to customer inquiries and requests through phone, WhatsApp, live chat, email, and social media.
• Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in product knowledge and order management, resulting in a remarkable 98% reduction in order-related issues.
• Maintained a rapid resolution rate of 90% while effectively resolving customer concerns across various communication channels, enhancing the overall customer experience.
• Maintained an exceptional accuracy rate in payment processing, ensuring secure and precise customer transactions.
• Successfully implemented up-selling and cross-selling strategies, leading to a notable 15% increase in revenue and fostering strong customer loyalty.
• Displayed deep empathy and an intuitive understanding of customer needs, resulting in a remarkable 20% increase in customer retention.
• Collaborated seamlessly with logistics and product development teams, contributing to a 25% reduction in customer escalations.
• Conducted in-depth analysis and reporting of customer feedback and trends, providing invaluable insights to guide business decisions and enhance the overall customer experience.
• Upheld meticulous standards in maintaining customer records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information, streamlining interactions, and enhancing service efficiency.
• Actively engaged in continuous training and professional development opportunities, leading to a
remarkable 40% improvement in handling challenging customer situations.
Koa Save Africa
Jan 2022 – May 2022
Nairobi, Kenya
Customer Service Intern
I was part of the customer operations team tasked with creating a streamlined customer onboarding process and ensuring that customers were happy and their issues were resolved as soon as possible.
Key Achievements
• Achieved an impressive 85% customer satisfaction rate by responding with exemplary responsiveness and professionalism to customer inquiries via phone, SMS, email, and email.
• Successfully managed and resolved customer issues and complaints with empathy and composure, resulting in a remarkable 30% reduction in escalations.
• Facilitated prompt resolution of complex customer concerns, contributing to a 20% faster resolution time within the broader team.
• Demonstrated an in-depth understanding of products and services, providing comprehensive information to existing and potential customers, leading to a notable 15% increase in product adoption and customer retention.
• Maintained a high first-call resolution rate of 90% while handling inbound calls and emails,
enhancing the overall customer experience and reducing follow-ups.• Conducted KYC (Know Your Customer) verification for new customers, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Provided timely feedback to customers regarding service failures or concerns, demonstrating a commitment to improving the customer experience.
AIESEC in Kenya
Feb 2021 – May 2022
Nairobi, Kenya | Part-time
Partnerships and Operations Manager
As the Partnerships and Operations Manager at AIESEC in Kenya, I played a pivotal role in driving organizational growth and fostering cross-cultural learning experiences for youth in challenging environments across 126 countries.
Key Achievements:
• Successfully contacted over 250 potential partner companies, showcasing persuasive sales pitching skills and expanding the organization's network.
• Orchestrated and led sales meetings, meticulously recording minutes, thereby ensuring clear communication and a structured approach to partnership development.
• Demonstrated strong proposal-writing proficiency, securing partnerships through compelling presentations and tailored proposals to potential companies.
• Revamped the CRM tracker, optimizing data management processes, resulting in improved organizational efficiency and streamlined partnership tracking.
• Efficiently managed engagement spaces, allowing the team to operate seamlessly and maximizing productivity in collaborative efforts.
Jumia Kenya
May 2019 – Dec 2020
Nairobi, Kenya
Retail Sales Associate
Key Achievements:
• Successfully executed effective telesales and e-commerce strategies, significantly increasing sales and customer acquisition.
• Ensured exceptional customer satisfaction by meticulously following up with customers, guaranteeing timely and flawless delivery of their orders.
• Exhibited exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, resulting in the effective resolution of customer complaints and the maintenance of customer loyalty.
• Played a pivotal role in driving sales on the Jumia e-commerce platform by assisting customers in placing orders, contributing to increased revenue and heightened customer engagement.
• Consistently exceeded short- and long-term sales targets, showcasing a solid commitment to excellence and outstanding performance.
• Proactively contributed innovative ideas and suggestions to enhance overall team performance and operational efficiency, which management received well.
• Assisted management in identifying and resolving workflow challenges, streamlining processes, and optimizing productivity throughout the sales department.