Experienced Customer Service Representative with strong focus on effective communication, both written and verbal. Skilled in active listening and adept at problem-solving analytically. Committed to enhancing customer experiences by consistently displaying service-oriented behaviors. Recognizes importance of understanding customer desires and tailoring solutions to meet specific needs, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Customer Service Representative
VIQUA
Guelph, ON
09.2023 - Current
Provide first-level customer service by addressing product inquiries, order entry, and customer concerns through phone calls and emails.
Collaborate with Sales and Channel Partners to support customer satisfaction strategies.
Demonstrate exceptional soft skills such as active listening, empathy, and problem-solving in real-time call handling.
Coordinate with internal departments to resolve customer requests and ensure timely resolutions.
Handled high-volume inbound calls, delivering information about products, services, and troubleshooting issues.
Adapt approaches to problem-solving without compromising results
Assisted corporate teams with customer concerns, relaying complex inquiries and delivering solutions in a professional manner.
Crew Member
Pizza 2 Go
Brampton, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions by following approved procedures in a fast-paced restaurant
Cleaned counter surfaces, dining areas, and food preparation areas for maximum health, safety, and customer satisfaction
Monitored and replenished food and supplies stock at the counter, in the customer dining area, and in the food preparation area
Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods
Escalated complaints, problems or security incidents to the relevant supervisor or manager for resolution.
Business Development Executive
Aris Engineers
07.2019 - 12.2022
Developed comprehensive business development plans and forecasted sales targets, resulting in consistent growth and exceeding revenue goals
Identified market opportunities through strategic networking, fostering positive relationships with clients, and exploring various channels
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to formulate effective sales and marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility and market presence
Prepared and presented compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, contributing to successful client acquisitions
Generated financial projections and sales targets to guide decision-making and drive business growth
Produced insightful reports for management, providing key insights into market trends, opportunities, and challenges
Led training initiatives for business development and sales teams, enhancing their skills and performance.
Technical Sales Representative
Aris Engineers
04.2016 - 07.2019
Developed and executed strategic sales plans, consistently surpassing monthly and quarterly sales targets
Proactively identified new leads and contacts, expanding business opportunities and client base
Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships through effective communication and relationship-building efforts
Attended networking events to attract and retain clients, contributing to increased brand awareness
Collaborated with management to set and achieve sales goals, contributing to the overall growth of the organization
Provided comprehensive training to team members, enhancing their sales and business development skills.
Engaged large and medium end-users to deliver company's total value proposition to increase sales.
Collaborated closely with engineering team to ensure accurate product knowledge for successful client demonstrations.
Maximized revenue opportunities by conducting thorough needs assessments during initial client consultations.
Customer Service Representative
Riddhi mech fab engineering
India
05.2013 - 02.2016
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and offering product information to customers via phone, email, and live chat
Managed a high volume of customer interactions daily, ensuring timely and accurate responses while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor
Developed and maintained a deep understanding of company products and services to provide tailored solutions and upsell opportunities to customers
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including sales, technical support, and logistics, to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction
Handled and resolved customer complaints, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction and retention
Tracked and documented customer interactions and transactions, following up on unresolved issues to ensure resolution
Contributed to the continuous improvement of customer service processes by providing feedback and suggestions based on customer interactions and common issues
Achieved and exceeded individual and team performance targets, including response time, resolution time, and customer satisfaction metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Gujarat University
Ahmadabad, Gujarat
Post-Graduate Diploma Hospitality Management -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON
04.2024
Post-Graduate Diploma Strategic Global Business Management -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON
08.2023
Skills
Training & Development
Presentations
Sales Presentations
Telecommunication
Market Research
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Retention
Presentation Skills
Public Speaking
Marketing
Communication
Risk Management
Customer Service
Time Management
Team Building
Leadership
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Problem-solving abilities
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Problem Resolution
Customer Relations
Data Entry
Reference
ujali.shah@ac.transcom.com
Certification
Human Resources: Payroll, 07/2023, LinkedIn
Availability
Full time. (Weekdays, week ends, Holidays)
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
VIQUA
09.2023 - Current
Crew Member
Pizza 2 Go
05.2023 - 08.2023
Business Development Executive
Aris Engineers
07.2019 - 12.2022
Technical Sales Representative
Aris Engineers
04.2016 - 07.2019
Customer Service Representative
Riddhi mech fab engineering
05.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Commerce -
Gujarat University
Post-Graduate Diploma Hospitality Management -
Conestoga College
Post-Graduate Diploma Strategic Global Business Management -