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Jenna Clayton

Auckland,Glenfield

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Care Manager

Brand Developers LTD
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed customer support strategies and training to increase customer retention/debt collection, improve customer experience and identify potential risks to the business
  • Managed department call volumes of 250+ calls and 200+ emails per day and coordinated department schedules to maximize coverage during peak hours.
  • Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions and alternatives within appropriate timeframes and followed up to achieve resolution.
  • Monitored metrics and developed actionable insights to improve efficiency and performance
  • Created training manuals and operating procedures to assist with training of new employees
  • Created a positive, driven team environment that consistently produced excellent results

Sales Retention Team Leader

Brand Developers Ltd
06.2018 - 07.2021
  • Led regular team meetings to keep motivated with tips, techniques and relevant information.
  • Worked closely with multiple departments to develop customized solutions meeting unique requirements.
  • Set ambitious targets and motivated strong performance to keep team growing effectively.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback.
  • Provided insights on customer and product trends through data analysis
  • Built strong team by recruiting and developing top talent.

Senior Sales Team Leader

Brand Developers LTD
02.2016 - 06.2018
  • Motivated sales team to exceed targets through friendly competition and other incentive programs.
  • Overcame objections and closed sales while following company policies and legal requirements.
  • Taught salespeople to close deals and improve sales performance to increase revenue for company.
  • Handled customer complaints and de-escalated tricky situations

Sales Consultant

Brand Developers Ltd
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.

Bartender Shift Manager

Grand Central
05.2013 - 05.2014
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Bartender

Prego Restaurant
11.2011 - 04.2012
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.

Duty Manager

Chapel Car And Bistro
08.2009 - 11.2011
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support, and maintaining composure and professionalism.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.

Checkout Supervisor

Foodtown
06.2005 - 08.2009
  • Trained cashiers on organizational policies, cash handling and customer service to maintain highly skilled team.
  • Assisted customers in need to promote pleasant shopping experiences and encourage return business.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly to maintain customer satisfaction.

Skills

  • Customer Experience Improvement
  • Staff Mentoring
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration
  • Contact Management Systems
  • Client Interactions
  • Business Analysis
  • Customer Care
  • Escalation Management
  • Operational Efficiency

References

Jerry Jacob

Chief Operations Officer - Brand Developers

0272773539

JerryJ@branddevelopers.co.nz


Sandy MacCarthy Morrogh

Senior Sales Manager - Brand Developers

021454055


I have worked with Sandy and Jerry for my entire 9 year tenure at Brand Developers, they can speak to my character and work ethic. 

Timeline

Customer Care Manager

Brand Developers LTD
07.2021 - Current

Sales Retention Team Leader

Brand Developers Ltd
06.2018 - 07.2021

Senior Sales Team Leader

Brand Developers LTD
02.2016 - 06.2018

Sales Consultant

Brand Developers Ltd
06.2014 - 02.2016

Bartender Shift Manager

Grand Central
05.2013 - 05.2014

Bartender

Prego Restaurant
11.2011 - 04.2012

Duty Manager

Chapel Car And Bistro
08.2009 - 11.2011

Checkout Supervisor

Foodtown
06.2005 - 08.2009
Jenna Clayton