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Busisiwe Bianca Kumalo

Busisiwe Bianca Kumalo

cape town,South Africa

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive expertise in multi-channel communication and e-commerce platforms. Proven track record in social media customer support, setting and tracking KPIs, and driving sales growth. Adept at quality control, order processing, and enhancing customer retention through strategic planning and process improvement. Strong leadership skills complemented by operational support capabilities, financial forecasting, and reporting. Committed to leveraging skills in process optimisation tools to achieve organisational goals while maintaining resilience under pressure.

Seasoned professional with focus on customer service management and team leadership. Capable of enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining service processes through strategic planning and strong communication skills. Skilled in conflict resolution, staff training, and fostering positive work environment to drive team performance.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of customer service

TotalEnergies
Cape Town, Western Cape
2023.03 - Current

Assisted in management of order to cash process.

Supported problem solving for variables identified in depots and operations.

Aided in driving new projects to enhance customer experience.

Contributed to formulation and implementation of back-office excellence strategy.

Helped develop and implement customer service KPIs and quarterly OKRs.

  • Conducted customer credit reviews biannually with finance team to manage DSO.
  • Established governance structure for management of customer services.
  • Monitored customer complaints and managed contracts register.
  • Facilitated resolution of customer complaints and queries.
  • Maintained relationships between internal and external customers.
  • Supported contract management and master data management activities.
  • Coached staff to enhance performance and development.
  • Assisted in developing digital solutions.

Contact Center Manager - Customer Service

Direct Axis - Firstrand bank
Cape Town, Western Cape
2019.08 - 2023.02

Supported business strategies through effective financial analysis and guidance.

Facilitated a culture of continuous improvement using diverse problem-solving methods.

  • Assisted in managing customer service department complaints and escalations within loan operations.

Transport Logistics Manager- customer service

Grindrod
Cape Town, Western Cape
2016.09 - 2019.07

Achieved operational efficiency through streamlined collaboration among supply chain partners.
Enhanced client satisfaction by managing controllers to ensure prompt communication and response.
Secured compliance with contractual obligations by overseeing sub-contractor bookings.
Identified growth opportunities through comprehensive trend analysis within the business.
Delivered the annual business plan for product production and distribution successfully.
Optimised transport department profitability by managing revenue and costs effectively, resulting in accurate monthly profit and loss reporting.
Executed payroll efficiently using PeopleWare.
Resolved customer complaints, improving service quality.
Built a strong client network, enhancing business relationships.
Achieved effective financial management, contributing to organisational success.
Fostered a motivated team culture aligned with company values.

Group Operations Manager - Customer Service

WNS
Cape Town, Western Cape
2010.03 - 2016.02

Achieved optimal service levels through effective monitoring of real-time adherence.
Influenced service levels by making informed real-time decisions.
Enhanced divisional operations by accurately tracking completed activities.
Improved performance insights by checking system info web daily for statistics.
Contributed to strategic discussions in daily manager meetings.
Ensured dissemination of important communications to team leaders.
Supported team leaders and advisors through consistent availability.
Delivered comprehensive weekly reviews to senior management, enhancing oversight.
Produced detailed monthly reviews and scorecards to inform senior management.
Facilitated productive monthly review discussions with team leaders.
Elevated team performance through targeted coaching sessions with team leaders.
Ensured payroll accuracy for the division, maintaining financial integrity.
Generated informative divisional newsletters to enhance communication.
Executed audits per team leader directives, ensuring compliance.
Conducted observations of team leaders to improve coaching effectiveness.

customer care team leader

Teletech
Cape Town, Western Cape
2008.01 - 2010.04
  • Formulated effective plans addressing potential areas of concern in operations.
  • Conducted regular evaluations, leading to significant improvements in service delivery speed and efficiency.
  • Implemented new policies for improved customer experience.
  • Managed customer complaints for better relations and retention.
  • Fostered a supportive environment, boosting team performance.
  • Enhanced team morale with regular training and development sessions.
  • Facilitated inter-departmental collaboration for cohesive problem-solving efforts.

Credit manager

Edcon
cape town, South Africa
2005.03 - 2008.03
  • Increased client satisfaction by promptly responding to inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Developed strategic plans to mitigate potential credit risks.
  • Managed a team of credit analysts, improving overall department performance.
  • Evaluated complex financial data making sound business decisions based on findings.
  • Conducted comprehensive credit risk assessments for improved lending decisions.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Business

Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town
Cape Town, Western Cape
2018.02 - 2020.12

Post graduate diploma in management - Business

Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town
Cape Town, Western Cape
2011.01 - 2012.12

Higher National Diploma - Retail Business Management

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, Western Cape
2000.01 - 2003.12

Skills

  • Multi-Channel communication
  • E-Commerce platforms proficiency
  • Social media customer support
  • KPIs setting and tracking
  • Sales expertise
  • Quality Control
  • Order processing
  • Customer retention
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Process optimisation tools
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Financial reporting
  • Process Improvement
  • Operational support

Timeline

Head of customer service

TotalEnergies
2023.03 - Current

Contact Center Manager - Customer Service

Direct Axis - Firstrand bank
2019.08 - 2023.02

Master of Business Administration - Business

Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town
2018.02 - 2020.12

Transport Logistics Manager- customer service

Grindrod
2016.09 - 2019.07

Post graduate diploma in management - Business

Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town
2011.01 - 2012.12

Group Operations Manager - Customer Service

WNS
2010.03 - 2016.02

customer care team leader

Teletech
2008.01 - 2010.04

Credit manager

Edcon
2005.03 - 2008.03

Higher National Diploma - Retail Business Management

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
2000.01 - 2003.12
Busisiwe Bianca Kumalo