Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
SouthWest Farmers Market
06.2022 - Current
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
Customer Service/Retail Sales Manager
Globacom Limited
05.2009 - 08.2017
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
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.
Managed day-to-day staffing and handled scheduling for all store employees.
Recruited, hired and trained Number associates to develop into productive team members with excellent product knowledge.
Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Customer Service Specialist
Globacom Limited
05.2006 - 04.2009
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.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Tracked customer service cases and updated service software with customer information.
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Analyzed customer service trends to discover areas of opportunity and provide feedback to management.
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - History
University of Benin
Nigeria
10.2000
Skills
Business Management Principles
Information Confidentiality
Verbal and Written Communication
Quality Standards
Sales Strategies
Sales and Marketing
Customer Service
Customer Relationship Management
Certification
Food Handlers Managers Certified.
Timeline
Manager
SouthWest Farmers Market
06.2022 - Current
Customer Service/Retail Sales Manager
Globacom Limited
05.2009 - 08.2017
Customer Service Specialist
Globacom Limited
05.2006 - 04.2009
Bachelor Of Arts - History
University of Benin
Food Handlers Managers Certified.
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