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Nompumelelo Manana

Customer Service
Durban,South Africa

Summary

Efficient and customer-focused administrative professional with over 10 years of experience in providing high-quality support and service. Adept at managing office operations, handling customer inquiries, and ensuring smooth day-to-day workflow. Passionate about improving customer satisfaction and optimizing administrative processes to enhance efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Retentions agent

The Unlimited
04.2025 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, driving client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty.
  • Maintained precise records of transactions, communications, and contracts.
  • Secured advantageous deals and contracts to benefit clients.
  • Negotiated optimal terms for contracts using proficient persuasion techniques.
  • Utilized advanced negotiation skills to finalize deals efficiently.
  • Adapted sales strategies to align with evolving market conditions and client needs.
  • Prepared and presented compelling sales pitches to attract new business.

Customer Care Consultant

Uconnect Mobile
Hillcrest
11.2019 - 03.2025
  • This was for me a highly customer-focused role requiring strong communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills, combined with administrative expertise to ensure smooth business operations.
  • Managed high-volume customer inquiries via phone, email, and live chat, ensuring timely and professional responses.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as data entry, maintaining customer records, and processing documentation.
  • Coordinated between departments to resolve customer issues efficiently, improving satisfaction ratings.
  • Assisted in scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and organizing meetings for senior management in the absence of the senior managers' PA.
  • Processed orders, invoices, and payments while ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with company policies.
  • Trained and mentored new team members on company procedures, CRM systems, and customer service best practices.
  • Streamlined administrative workflows, improving efficiency and reducing processing time.

Retention Consultant

WNS Telkom
Telkom
10.2015 - 09.2018
  • A results-driven role focused on customer retention, resolving service concerns, and offering tailored solutions to maintain customer loyalty.
  • Engaged with customers to understand concerns, negotiate solutions, and retain their business.
  • Managed high-volume inbound and outbound calls, addressing service cancellations and offering personalized retention packages.
  • Utilized active listening and persuasive communication to resolve customer issues and exceed retention targets.
  • Processed contract renewals, plan upgrades, and service adjustments while maintaining accuracy in customer records.
  • Collaborated with internal teams (billing, technical support, and sales) to ensure seamless service and issue resolution.
  • Consistently met and exceeded retention KPIs, improving customer satisfaction and reducing churn rates.
  • Provided detailed product and service explanations, highlighting benefits to customers to encourage continued service.
  • Documented customer interactions and feedback to contribute to service improvements and business insights.

Customer Care Consultant

Cell C
02.2014 - 04.2015
  • Providing assistance to existing contract holders.
  • Obtaining client information by answering telephone calls.
  • Explaining procedure, by answering questions, and providing information.

New Accounts

Edcon
09.2013 - 01.2014
  • Handling customer and store queries.
  • Performing credit bureau checks.
  • Data capturing.
  • Quality control.
  • Telephonic confirmation done with references.

Education

Matric - English, IsiZulu, Geography, Home Economics, Computer typing

Escourt High
01.2007
Subject Passed: English, IsiZulu, Geography, Home Economics, Computer typing

Skills

  • Phone etiquette
  • Billing and invoicing
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Customer service
  • Order processing
  • Product knowledge
  • Email management
  • Data entry
  • Documentation
  • Complaint resolution

Languages

English
IsiXhosa
IsiZulu

References

  • Nqobile Ngwane, WNS (TELKOM), 0677532253
  • Bonisiwe Gina, Cell C, 0847772600
  • HR Office, Edcon, 0800004722
  • Lebohang Masiza, Uconnect, 0650995555
  • Kerry Ann- 0817966956

Timeline

Retentions agent - The Unlimited
04.2025 - Current
Customer Care Consultant - Uconnect Mobile
11.2019 - 03.2025
Retention Consultant - WNS Telkom
10.2015 - 09.2018
Customer Care Consultant - Cell C
02.2014 - 04.2015
New Accounts - Edcon
09.2013 - 01.2014
Escourt High - Matric, English, IsiZulu, Geography, Home Economics, Computer typing
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