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Work History
Education
Skills
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Software
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Melusi Tambekwayo

Melusi Tambekwayo

Customer Service Support
Meadowlands West

Summary

Focused Business Support Administrator and customer care consultant aiming to leverage advanced knowledge of process optimization and business operations acquired over years of successful performance in the business landscape. Resourceful and passionate with an aptitude for networking and building strong industry connections.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business Support Administrator

DStv
12.2021 - 10.2023
  • Proficient in managing VIP Business accounts, including manual invoicing, payment allocations, and comprehensive account reconciliation
  • Adept at providing technical support for Key and National accounts, collaborating closely with on-site technicians to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Ensuring that account onboarding processes align with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to guarantee consistency and excellence in service
  • Successfully handling billing breakdowns and contributing to efficient financial management through meticulous payment allocations and invoice processing
  • Committed to delivering exceptional customer service by addressing technical concerns promptly and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts
  • Instrumental in optimizing account management processes to improve efficiency and accuracy, contributing to overall team success.
  • Observed all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations.
  • Reduced office expenses by finding smarter solutions for vendors, suppliers and services.
  • Reduced errors in accounting and financial reporting by modifying current processes on more than 34 Key accounts.
  • Facilitated fast-paced and dynamic entrepreneurial environment.
  • Translated business priorities into implementable actions.
  • Developed strategic plans and initiatives.
  • Lead design and review sessions with technical and business staff.
  • Executed training programs.
  • Fostered strong rapport with clients, vendors, and stakeholders through consistent follow-up and communication.
  • Reconciled 13 VIP Dstv business accounts along with 7 Key accounts

Customer Relationship Consultant

Dstv
10.2019 - 11.2021
  • Handling DSTV business & residential inbound calls
  • Processing and resolving queries on email Outlook and internal customer interactive platforms
  • Outbound Sales Campaigns customer retention and upselling
  • Assisting sales reps with activations of new business Accounts
  • Liaising with managing agents for retirement villages for account management
  • Activation and technical troubleshooting of National deal accounts (VIP Business accounts) Payment management ensures payments are allocated correctly.
  • Answered product and service questions, suggesting other offerings to attract potential customers.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Improved sales abilities and product knowledge on continuous basis to provide optimal service and achieve quotas.
  • Created and maintained detailed database to develop promotional sales.

Customer Support Advisor

Dstv
Meadowlands West
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Handling billing queries via email and inbound calls averaging 30 per target
  • Ensuring that all contracts/activations are in line with Department SLA
  • Handled over 50 customer escalations both billing and technical assistance daily
  • Troubleshooting technical support for new and existing accounts
  • Following up and providing feedback for queries escalated to various departments.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.

Retention Consultant

Vodacom
07.2015 - 05.2019
  • Making outgoing calls from generated leads
  • Win back to retain and contract prepaid customers
  • Sales management capturing and closing sales to reach department targets
  • Handling all Inbound calls within SLA on weekends
  • Assisting customers with technical and billing queries
  • Resolving escalated queries and liaising with 2nd line support.
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Supported clients with business analysis, documentation, and data modeling.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Onboarded and managed new client accounts to boost retention rates.
  • Utilized knowledge of customer experience to create specialized plans for customer retention
  • Reviewed successes and failures to learn from previous mistakes
  • Utilized advanced skills in solving problems and making accurate decisions to implement strategies that brought about immediate results

Administrative Support Specialist

Dstv
01.2014 - 03.2015
  • Assisting employees with the setup process for their mobile devices as well as ensuring that all employees selected for the mobile rollout have received mobile devices.
  • Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lenasia Secondary School
04.2001 -

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Skills

Quest Computer Skills Centre, Bedfordview
04.2001 -

Basic Computer Skills

Call Centre Skills

Telephone Skills

Typing Skills

Team work

Bachelor of Public Administration -

Regent Business School, Melville
02.2021 - Current

Degree currently in progress 3rd and last year pending

Skills

Microsoft Office 360

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Software

Microsoft Office 360

Freshdesk

Timeline

Business Support Administrator - DStv
12.2021 - 10.2023
Regent Business School - Bachelor of Public Administration,
02.2021 - Current
Customer Relationship Consultant - Dstv
10.2019 - 11.2021
Customer Support Advisor - Dstv
05.2019 - 09.2019
Retention Consultant - Vodacom
07.2015 - 05.2019
Administrative Support Specialist - Dstv
01.2014 - 03.2015
Lenasia Secondary School - High School Diploma,
04.2001 -
Quest Computer Skills Centre - Some College (No Degree), Computer Skills
04.2001 -
Melusi TambekwayoCustomer Service Support