Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Cooking, Dancing and listening to music
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Suzette Virginia Ballot

Suzette Virginia Ballot

Receptionist
Gauteng,GP

Summary

Dynamic administrative professional with a proven track record at On The Dot, enhancing office efficiency through streamlined processes and effective communication. Skilled in customer service and problem-solving, I successfully reduced operational costs while fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to delivering exceptional support and maintaining compliance in a structured workplace.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Receptionist

Ram Hand to Hand Couriers
03.2024 - Current
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming

environment for visitors.

Managed over 50 calls per day, and it improved to 90 calls per day.

  • Enhanced front desk operations by efficiently managing incoming calls, ensuring prompt customer service.
  • Facilitated positive customer experiences by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by warmly greeting visitors and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.

Call Center Representative

Ram Hand to Hand Couriers
02.2021 - 02.2024
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
  • Established trust with clients by accurately addressing their concerns and offering appropriate resolutions based on their needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through empathetic listening skills, creating positive experiences even during difficult conversations.
  • Exceeded monthly performance metrics consistently, contributing to the success of the call center operations.
  • Delivered consistent top-notch performance under pressure during peak calling hours or challenging situations.
  • Improved first-call resolution rates with thorough issue analysis and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to share best practices and improve overall team performance in meeting targets.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.

Administrative Manager

On The Dot
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
  • Improved office efficiency by implementing streamlined administrative processes and procedures.
  • Interviewed, recruited and onboarded new staff for high-performing administration teams.
  • Reduced operational costs through effective management of staff schedules, resources, and vendor relationships.
  • Met department budgets by monitoring and reporting on office expenses.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and regular performance feedback.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support for executive-level staff, ensuring that their needs were met promptly and accurately in order to facilitate smooth daily operations.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Coordinated annual compliance audits, ensuring all administrative processes met regulatory requirements and standards.
  • Increased team productivity with introduction of flexible work schedules and remote working options.
  • Reduced operational costs by overseeing transition to energy-efficient office equipment.
  • Managed vendor contracts and relationships, ensuring high-quality services and timely delivery of office supplies.
  • Built and managed processes for tracking and monitoring department performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Anthony's Adult Education
Reiger Park
04.2001 -

Skills

Customer Service

Delivered high quality support to both internal and external clients, consistently meeting service-level agreements (SLAs)

Problem Solving

Handling escalated queries and ensure that the client parcel is sorted out and that delivery is done the same of the complaint

Time management

Optimized daily work allocation, leading to a 10% increase in team productivity

Accomplishments

I won an award in 2006 for best call center agent for the year. amongst the 3 agents I came out the winner of this award. This was hard work, going the extra mile ensuring that customers needs come first.

In the year of 2009 I become 1st runner up for call center agent.. My performance has proven again the I can excel and rich new heights..

I have won an award of Excellence, this was one of the most prestige award, that was given from the CEO of the company for outstanding performance and appraisals from the clients, client satisfactory for a job well done

Certification

She Rep

Timeline

Receptionist

Ram Hand to Hand Couriers
03.2024 - Current

Call Center Representative

Ram Hand to Hand Couriers
02.2021 - 02.2024

Administrative Manager

On The Dot
10.2018 - 03.2019

High School Diploma -

St. Anthony's Adult Education
04.2001 -

Cooking, Dancing and listening to music

Cooking: enjoy cooking new recipes and experimenting with different ingredients. It's a great way to explore new flavors and create delicious meals."

I love dancing to music, especially salsa . It's a fun way to express myself and have a good time with friends."

Listening to music: " I spent a lot of time listening to music, whether it's classical,jazz or hip hop. It's a way to relax and unwind after a long day"

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