Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Administrativeskills
Customerserviceskills
References
Timeline
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Sheila Wanjiku

Nairobi

Summary

Dedicated customer service professional with 6 years of experience delivering exceptional service. Equipped with the skills to promote customer satisfaction through outstanding service. Strengths in communication, multitasking, and problem-solving contribute to a positive customer experience. Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail for efficient task management. Eager to bring strong customer service skills and a positive attitude to the company.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Customer Service Representative

CCI KENYA LIMITED
Nairobi
4 2022 - 2024.07
  • Manage inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner. E.g., managed approximately 35 incoming calls per day from customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Developed feedback system for customers to share their service experience, leading to actionable improvements.
  • Analyzed customer service metrics to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
  • Collaborated with product team to communicate customer feedback, resulting in product enhancements.
  • Customized support strategies for high-priority clients to ensure their specific needs were met.
  • Participated in training programs to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams to discuss ways to improve overall customer satisfaction across company.
  • Coordinated with logistics department to expedite shipping for urgent customer orders.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues, restoring confidence in company's commitment to service excellence.
  • Conducted training sessions for new hires, ensuring consistent level of service across team.
  • Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.

Administrative Assistant

ERNEST AND MARTIN ASSOCIATES
Nairobi
2015.09 - 2019.02
  • Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for supervisors and managers
  • Trained 2 administrative assistants during a period of company expansion to ensure attention to detail and adherence to company policy
  • Developed new filing and organizational practices, saving contracted labor expenses
  • Maintain utmost discretion when dealing with sensitive topics
  • Managed travel and expense reports for department team members
  • Use advanced Excel and QuickBooks skills in creating reports
  • Ensure the executives have schedules and keep them updated at all times.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.

Sales Administrator

RLG COMMUNICATIONS
Nairobi
2013.07 - 2013.12

Engage with customers with customer, record feedback to sales executives on a daily basis

  • Answered customers' questions or concerns related to a product and demonstrated good knowledge of the product (e.g., mobile phones, tablets, computers, and assorted accessories)
  • Communicated and assisted customers in any way possible and as required
  • Purchase and maintain office supply and inventory while adhering to budgeting practices
  • Closed as many deals and transactions as possible
  • Processed or helped process payments made by the customer - whether in cash, bank transfers
  • Reported sales accurately
  • Typed documents such as correspondence, memos, emails and prepared weekly reports for management
  • Called regular patrons on the phone or other people at retails outlets or storage rooms.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support for high-performing sales teams, enabling them to focus on selling and meeting revenue goals.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to products and services.
  • Supported sales representatives with timely generation of accurate quotes, proposals, and contracts to close deals faster.

Administrative Assistant

TUMMER AGENCIES
Nairobi
2011.12 - 2013.07
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Manage inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner. E.g. , managed approximately 20 incoming calls per day from customers.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
  • Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
  • Performed research to collect and record industry data.
  • Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss project progress and align objectives.
  • Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new software tools, increasing team productivity and reducing learning curves.
  • Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
  • Negotiated with vendors to reduce office supply costs, leveraging bulk purchase agreements.
  • Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
  • Enhanced communication within office, establishing weekly newsletter summarizing key updates and achievements.
  • Managed scheduling for executive team, balancing complex calendars to ensure optimal use of time.
  • Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
  • Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure company compliance.
  • Organized company events to enhance team cohesion, coordinating logistics and catering for over 50 participants.
  • Improved document processing speed by introducing automated templates for routine correspondence.
  • Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
  • Supported recruitment processes, scheduling interviews and communicating with applicants to improve hiring timelines.
  • Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
  • Conducted research for project proposals, compiling information that supported winning bids.
  • Implemented new CRM system to track client interactions, improving response times and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
  • Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.

Education

CERTIFICATE - Ms.Office

DATA CENTER TRAINING INSTITUTE
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
2012.05 - 2012.11

KCSE CERTIFICATE -

AVANT GRADE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Nairobi
2009.02 - 2011.11

CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION -

KILELESHWA PRIMARY SCHOOL
Nairobi, 30
2005.11 - 2006.04

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Administrativeskills

  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Travel Coordination
  • Report Preparation
  • Office Management
  • Filing and Document Management

Customerserviceskills

  • Effective Communication (both verbal and written)
  • Problem-Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Active Listening
  • Empathy and Patience

References

  • Mr. Michael Kinyanjui, Executive Director, Tumor Agencies, Nairobi, 0722762591
  • Derek Mwai, Sales and distribution Manager, RLG Communications, Nairobi, 0722974230
  • Dishon Munene Mwangi, Chief Accountant, JAVA GLOBAL CARGO JKIA CARGO, 0723855563

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

ERNEST AND MARTIN ASSOCIATES
2015.09 - 2019.02

Sales Administrator

RLG COMMUNICATIONS
2013.07 - 2013.12

CERTIFICATE - Ms.Office

DATA CENTER TRAINING INSTITUTE
2012.05 - 2012.11

Administrative Assistant

TUMMER AGENCIES
2011.12 - 2013.07

KCSE CERTIFICATE -

AVANT GRADE SECONDARY SCHOOL
2009.02 - 2011.11

CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION -

KILELESHWA PRIMARY SCHOOL
2005.11 - 2006.04

Customer Service Representative

CCI KENYA LIMITED
4 2022 - 2024.07
Sheila Wanjiku