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Katharina Leitner

Oamaru

Summary

I have a strong focus on delivering results and ensuring client satisfaction. Key competencies gained from my work history include: troubleshooting complex technical issues, providing exceptional customer service, implementing effective solutions, analytical skills, sales skills, email campaign execution, scheduling and arranging training for clients, and a high ability to collaborate with others effectively to drive results and ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Shopify
07.2023 - Current
  • Solving more complex problems both individually and in collaboration with other teams to make sure that clients have a seamless experience with the platform.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of recurring issues and implement permanent fixes that improved platform performance.
  • Maintained and updated internal resources, ensuring accurate documentation for team reference and improved operational efficiency.
  • Designed and implemented solutions with limited direction, contributing to innovative enhancements that addressed specific client needs.

PLUS SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Shopify
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed high-priority tickets from our high value merchants with professionalism, ensuring timely resolutions while maintaining excellent rapport.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving technical issues swiftly and efficiently.

SUPPORT ADVISOR

Shopify
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Maintained detailed documentation of support interactions, ensuring valuable insights are preserved for future reference and analysis.
  • Acted as a liaison between Shopify's merchants and development teams, ensuring timely communication during critical incidents.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.

CUSTOMER SUCCESS MANAGER

Education Perfect
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Maintain the business for over 120 existing client accounts across New Zealand
  • Monitor metrics and developing actionable insights to improve efficiency and performance
  • Collaboratively work with colleagues to execute national sales strategy
  • Responsible for qualifying new leads and demonstrating product value to new as well as existing clients
  • Meet with key clients in my portfolio to build strong relationships and increase retention

ASSISTANT TO SALES MANAGER

Education Perfect
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Arrange demos and sales calls for Business Development Managers
  • Identifying upsell, cross sell, and new sales opportunities within NZ departments
  • Managing the Sales Manager's calendar and respond to all inbound leads immediately
  • Help to maintain accurate and detailed information in the CRM and relevant documentation., e.g Projections, purchase status and next steps
  • Drive efficiencies and effectiveness across the Business Development Team

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT

Education Perfect
07.2016 - 12.2016
  • Provided general product knowledge to clients across multiple channels such as email, phone and direct messaging
  • Handled complaints and problem solved technical issues
  • Updated and maintained databases

CHILDCARE MANAGER

Hinteregger Hotels | Rennweg Am Katschberg
12.2015 - 04.2016
  • Cultivated and maintained childcare practices to ensure entertainment and safety of 20 children
  • Designed efficiency-enhancing workflow/process improvements
  • Maintained an environment of excellent customer service to ensure parents were made comfortable leaving children in my care
  • Actively engaged children by development of playtime activities

AU PAIR

Cultural Care Au Pair - New York
08.2014 - 09.2015
  • Ensured the proper development of 2 elementary aged children
  • Developed leisure time activities to engage children intellectually and physically
  • Understood and related to new cultural competencies
  • Experienced chauffeuring and transporting children to all needed events

Education

High School Diploma -

High School For Communication And Media Design
Villach, Austria
06.2014

Skills

  • Revenue growth
  • Customer Relations
  • Experience in strategic planning, product training and placement
  • Experience in using CRM technology, Microsoft Office, G-Suite
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Adaptable and able to multi-task in a demanding role
  • Analytical support

LANGUAGES

  • German (Native)
  • English (Fluent)


Timeline

SENIOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Shopify
07.2023 - Current

PLUS SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Shopify
03.2022 - 07.2023

SUPPORT ADVISOR

Shopify
07.2021 - 03.2022

CUSTOMER SUCCESS MANAGER

Education Perfect
05.2020 - 07.2021

ASSISTANT TO SALES MANAGER

Education Perfect
01.2017 - 05.2020

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT

Education Perfect
07.2016 - 12.2016

CHILDCARE MANAGER

Hinteregger Hotels | Rennweg Am Katschberg
12.2015 - 04.2016

AU PAIR

Cultural Care Au Pair - New York
08.2014 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

High School For Communication And Media Design
Katharina Leitner