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POOJA BAIRU

Toronto

Summary

Experienced strategic customer support leader with 6+ years in telecommunications and banking. Specializes in contract negotiation, administration, and high-volume account management. Achieved 100% FCR and QA scores >98%. Proficient in CRM and billing systems, cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, and team mentoring. Committed to delivering innovative solutions with meticulous client and stakeholder assistance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Tech Mahindra (Client: Rogers/Fido)
08.2023 - Current

Summary: Managed contract renewals, rate negotiations, and service amendments for Consumer and Fido accounts using Maestro CRM (V21) and OneView—processing 200+ contracts monthly with zero errors.

Achievements:

  • Negotiated escalated billing disputes; retained 98% of at‑risk customers through collaborative resolution and tailored service offerings, often retrieving insight from data to inform decisions.
  • Served as Genesys Cloud pilot trainer (selected from 400+ agents), delivering 20+ training sessions and feedback reports, supervising the onboarding process and accelerating platform adoption by 30%.
  • Maintained 100% First Contact Resolution and QA scores ≥98% by optimizing SOPs and conducting root‑cause analyses on common pain points while developing actionable metrics.
  • Coordinated cross‑functional escalations via Tier‑3 ticketing and Adjustment Lobby for complex technical/service issues, scheduling resources effectively and reducing average resolution time by 25%.

Customer Service Advisor

SP Data Digital
10.2021 - 02.2023

Summary: Administered client contracts and billing adjustments in Salesforce and internal billing tools; streamlined approval workflows, cutting contract processing time by 20% through innovation in process management.

Achievements:

  • Negotiated service agreements and renewals for enterprise customers, boosting renewal rates by 15% year‑over‑year while maintaining a goal-oriented focus on performance.
  • Achieved average handling time 10% below SLA while sustaining FCR metrics; delivered proactive customer communications on contract expiries and promotions via emailing and other channels.
  • Onboarded and mentored 10+ remote agents, improving team-wide KPI adherence by 12% through targeted coaching and system training (Salesforce) while being a detailed oriented team leader.

Senior Agency Manager

HDFC Life
02.2019 - 06.2021

Summary: Directed a team of 18 agents in insurance product sales and service, supervising contract negotiations with partner banks and channel partners, focusing on goal attainment.

Achievements:

  • Developed and launched a contract‑management framework, reducing onboarding time by 30% and ensuring compliance with banking regulations through detailed oriented processes.
  • Implemented a customer‑centric training program, decreasing escalations by 30% and elevating customer satisfaction scores by 20% while assisting agents in improving their service capability.
  • Monitored premium collections, policy renewals, and contract expiries; partnered with operations to audit and reconcile 1,000+ accounts quarterly, ensuring that all database entries were accurate and timely.

Financial Services Representative

TATA AIA Life
05.2017 - 12.2018

Summary: Negotiated tailored wealth‑management agreements with individual clients, aligning financial plans with client objectives and regulatory guidelines.

Achievements:

  • Managed end‑to‑end contract administration—drafting proposals, securing approvals, and maintaining repository in internal CRM, while uploading critical data for easy access.
  • Surpassed sales targets by 15% through consultative selling and strategic cross‑selling of add‑on services, ensuring a project focus within the team.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.

Education

International Business Management -

St. Clair College
Toronto, Ontario

Bachelor of Business Administration And Management -

Amity University
Noida, India

Skills

  • CRM & Contact Center: Genesys Cloud, Maestro CRM (V21), Salesforce, Citrix Gateway, OneView, OneSource Knowledge Base
  • Billing & Ticketing: Rogers SGI/Maestro, Adjustment Lobby, Tier-3 Ticketing
  • Productivity & Reporting: Microsoft Word, Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP), PowerPoint, SharePoint, Google Sheets
  • Contract Management
  • Corporate Affairs
  • Business Acumen
  • Salesforce
  • SharePoint

Certification

  • Certificate Name: SAP Ariba Contracts Certification (Pursuing)
  • Certificate Name: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Pursuing)

Awards

100% First Contact Resolution (FCR) for 12 consecutive months.

Recognized by management for leadership in system migrations and training initiatives.

Soft Skills

  • Adaptable problem solver with exceptional organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communicator
  • Self-motivated and committed to delivering quality results
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
  • Resilient under pressure and skilled at managing competing priorities
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain high productivity
  • Keen to learn and adopt new processes and technologies to enhance operational effectiveness
  • Skilled in mentoring peers and fostering a supportive work environment

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Tech Mahindra (Client: Rogers/Fido)
08.2023 - Current

Customer Service Advisor

SP Data Digital
10.2021 - 02.2023

Senior Agency Manager

HDFC Life
02.2019 - 06.2021

Financial Services Representative

TATA AIA Life
05.2017 - 12.2018

International Business Management -

St. Clair College

Bachelor of Business Administration And Management -

Amity University
POOJA BAIRU