A dynamic and detail-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience in Client Relationship Management looking to secure a challenging role in the IT-Operations industry. Driven by my profound expertise in account management and proven ability to enhance client relationships and coordinate with internal and external teams, my aim is to utilize my proficiency in establishing trust, solving problems, identifying opportunities, and driving solutions to deliver impactful outcomes. Passionate about capitalizing on my technical acumen and analytical approach to streamline existing processes, improve customer satisfaction, and contribute significantly towards the realization of the organization's long-term vision and goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Client Services Manager
West Unified Communications
Bengaluru
01.2021 - 09.2023
As a Client Services Manager i was accountable for all aspects of delivering a “best in class” service and overall relationship management to West UC’s top 20 customer logo/ partner. My role is focused on ensuring exceptional service delivery and work in partnership with key stakeholders across the Global business to build collaborative relationships, drive service improvement and deliver return back to the business.
Providing dedicated support to a key Enterprise partner, acting as the lead contact and overall owner for the partner’s entire service operation and product portfolio through direct customer interaction and indirectly through partner relationships.
Overall responsibility of the customer experience by taking ownership of the customer lifecycle from start to finish, building and sustaining value driven relationships with key stakeholders and influencers across all touch points of the customer’s journey within West.
Engage with the Implementations team to deliver a seamless on boarding experience for all new services. (act as a senior stakeholder in the transition and transformation of new and complex UC services)
Lead and execute frequent scheduled global business reviews with the client, focusing on Service performance. As a minimum Monthly Performance Review, Quarterly Commercial/Operational Business review and Annual Exec Review.
Provide governance on Incident and problem management processes to minimise the impact on service and pro-actively prevent future risks of service disruption, supporting associated customer communications.
Oversee the financial management information associated to the services through matrix management of the relevant billing teams to ensure the provision of services and transmission of invoices to the customer.
Represent Operations and proactively support the bid/RFP management process working cohesively with Enterprise Development, Legal and the RFP team.
Credit Analyst
InterCall
Bengaluru
03.2015 - 12.2017
Worked closely with both customers and sales team to reconcile accounts and oversee payment negotiation.
Oversaw the end-to-end process of the credit queue, addressing inquiries via phone, email, and other communication channels.
Resolved financial and credit-related challenges, implementing comprehensive solutions to client issues.
Managed approximately 200 credit cases monthly, contributing to the efficient allocation of payments.
Conducted KYC documentation and verification, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance.
Lead monthly global credit reviews with leadership, identifying areas for improvement in credit management.
Initiated innovative strategies for fraud mitigation, reducing risk and exposure for the company.
Played a key role in reducing DSO & credits by $5 million Annually
Billing Specialist
InterCall
Bengaluru
01.2013 - 02.2015
Oversaw the integration of new companies and accounts and mass users into the billing system, ensuring accurate pricing and billing procedures.
Investigated incorrect billings and processed refunds as necessary.
Researched and resolved billing inconsistencies and errors through individual and collaborative analysis.
Managed all payments processing, invoicing and collections tasks.
Investigated past due invoices and delinquent accounts to generate revenues and reduce number of unpaid and outstanding accounts.
Senior Conference Administrator
InterCall
Bengaluru
01.2009 - 05.2012
Developed and maintained relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction.
Provided technical support to clients regarding product usage and troubleshooting.
Managed reservations implementation of users and customer support, maintaining quality standards and resolving technical
issue.
Provided customer service through semi-voice and email support, maintaining high satisfaction levels.
Managed Live to Air calls for global radio stations, showcasing versatility and technical expertise
Successfully managed high-volume call operations, delivering exceptional customer service and event coordination
Piloted the Fraud and PCS process for an initial batch, laying the groundwork for broader implementation
Monitored calls for quality issues, upholding service standards.
Conducted pre- and post-call work, ensuring thorough and efficient communication.
Customer Service Executive
Accenture
Bengaluru
02.2008 - 01.2009
Provided prompt and courteous service to customers via phone, email, and chat.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professional attitude.
Resolved a wide range of issues pertaining to Virgin media and AT&T products and services.
Delivered front-line technical support for AT&T customers, providing rapid and accurate assistance.
Received comprehensive training for both UK and US processes, ensuring adaptability and expertise in customer support.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Kendriya Vidyalaya NAL
Bengaluru
Skills
Client Relationships
Account Management
SFDC ,Tableau, BI and Oracle
Troubleshooting and Incident & change Management
Runbook Management
Usage Trend Analysis
Product Activation & Management
Billing and Implementations
Cross-functional Team Coordination
Service delivery
Certification
Decision Intelligence
PMP in Progress
CAPM
ITIL V4 FOUNDATION
Agile Foundations
Accomplishments
Experience of current agile project management practices, open source, cloud platforms and digital services
Proven experience in successful client relationship/service management role, with the ability to challenge and remove any unnecessary barriers to service delivery
successes in delivering globally aligned services for clients
Ability to improve processes at business and customer account level.
Have the ability to be able to talk the same language as the customer.
Experience in translating complex contracts and articulating the clear parameters of service scope, to communicate to internal and external customers.
Strategically managed a portfolio resulting in a 90% retention rate, exemplifying strong client engagement and relationship
management
Played a pivotal role in the Customer Experience Improvement Project leading to a significant NPS increase and high customer
satisfaction scores.
Improvised West's NPS by 26 points leading to a 92%-95% rating annually and a personal performance scoring of 99% in the Customer Satisfaction Survey