Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Learning a new language, photographer, Volunteering,Sport, making new friends, and travelling.
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Ann Juma

Dubai

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail-customer-service-representative

Crown Paints PLC
05.2014 - 01.2022
  • Assisted customers in making informed purchase choices and selecting products.
  • Coordinated efficient product deliveries to meet customers' demands.
  • Monitored customer feedback and made adjustments to improve service quality.
  • Assembled completed orders and processed accurate payments to minimize accounting errors.
  • Completed and processed paperwork for new and existing customers needing specialized assistance.
  • Attended to customer complaints and processed product return or replacement requests.
  • Developed and updated databases to handle customer data.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.

Room Service Order Taker

Dubai Marine Beach Resort And Spa
03.2013 - 11.2013
  • Cleared dishes, trays and carts from rooms with discretion and professionalism.
  • Prepared special services for guests such as honeymoon and other romantic packages.
  • Answered detailed questions about menu items, contents and preparation methods to help guests make informed decisions.
  • Restocked supplies to keep team efficient and ready for guests' orders.
  • Offered knowledgeable suggestions about foods and related wine pairings to guests with discerning tastes.
  • Kept work environments, equipment and trays clean and sanitized for guests.
  • Protected guests by following proper food handling procedures.
  • Verified accuracy and quality of orders before delivery.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Processed customer payments to accurately record transactions.

Bank Customer Service Representative

Chase Bank
02.2011 - 01.2013
  • Reached out to existing bank customers and offered personalized support for different needs.
  • Consulted with customers on individual needs and offered solutions aligned with individual situations and preferences.
  • Stayed current on banking products, services and regulations to continue delivering top-notch service and support.
  • Answered bank phone lines and directed customers to appropriate department to address concerns.
  • Investigated disputes and handled suspected fraud with diligence and attention to detail.
  • Strengthened customer relationships by upholding strict standards and delivering fast, friendly customer service.
  • Educated customers about available services, products and bank resources.
  • Trained and mentored new banking personnel on customer service strategies, supporting group performance goals.
  • Collected feedback from customers to help improve service delivery and banking processes.
  • Assisted customers with navigating bank systems, completing transactions and opening or closing accounts.

Education

MBA - Public Relations

Kenya Institute of Management
Kenya
03.2013

MBA - Business Management

Kenya Institute of Management
Kenya
03.2011

High School Diploma -

Mwangaza High Shool
Kenya
01.2004

MBA - Computer And Information Sciences

Luvi Computer
Kenya
01.2001

Skills

  • Customer Empathy
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Workload Management
  • Issue Escalation
  • Market Knowledge
  • Product Knowledge
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Team Collaboration
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Product Upselling
  • Active Listening
  • Excellent Written and Oral Communication
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Relations
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Customer Complaint Solutions
  • Flexible Schedule

Learning a new language, photographer, Volunteering,Sport, making new friends, and travelling.

I'm a kaleidoscope of curious pursuits, always seeking new ways to learn, connect, and experience the world. Whether it's unlocking the secrets of a new language, capturing fleeting moments with my camera, lending a hand through volunteering, testing my limits in sports, forging friendships around every corner, or chasing wanderlust across the globe, I embrace life's vibrant hues. My passions paint a canvas of personal growth, community impact, and boundless exploration, and I invite you to join me in shaking the kaleidoscope and seeing what dazzling possibilities await.

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Retail-customer-service-representative

Crown Paints PLC
05.2014 - 01.2022

Room Service Order Taker

Dubai Marine Beach Resort And Spa
03.2013 - 11.2013

Bank Customer Service Representative

Chase Bank
02.2011 - 01.2013

MBA - Public Relations

Kenya Institute of Management

MBA - Business Management

Kenya Institute of Management

High School Diploma -

Mwangaza High Shool

MBA - Computer And Information Sciences

Luvi Computer
Ann Juma