Linda Somtochukwu Eze

Linda Somtochukwu Eze

$5/hr
Virtual assistant, Scheduling specialist, customer service
Reply rate:
54.55%
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria
Experience:
6 years
Eze Linda Somtochukwu Customer Relationship Manager | Virtual Assistant | Appointment Setter | Customer Success & Support Specialist Professional Summary Proactive and results-driven Customer Relationship Manager and Virtual Assistant with over 6 years of experience delivering exceptional client support, managing schedules, and boosting customer satisfaction. Skilled in appointment setting, CRM tools, and remote assistance, I consistently exceed expectations by offering efficient solutions and seamless communication. Adept at juggling multiple priorities in fast-paced environments with professionalism and attention to detail. I’m passionate about helping businesses grow by ensuring their clients are heard, valued, and supported. Ready to bring dedication and excellence to your team on Upwork and beyond. Key Skills • Customer Relationship Management • Time management • Appointment Scheduling • Confidentiality and discretion • Calendar Management • CRM software proficiency • Client Communication • Brand management • Email management • Task prioritization • Customer Support & Issue Resolution • Project coordination • Strong Communication skills • Administrative & Virtual Assistance • Leadership skills • Attention to Detail • Excellent team player • Data Entry & Record Keeping • Logical and critical thinking • Lead Generation & Follow-Up • Passion for technology • Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution • Strong ownership of customer issues • Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments • Networking skills • • E commerce Handle challenging customer situations Tools & Software • CRM Platforms: HubSpot, Zendesk, Freshdesk, Pipeliner CRM • Project Management: Trello, Monday.com, Asana, ClickUp • Appointment Scheduling: Calendly, Picktime, Doodle, Acuity Scheduling, Bookafy, SimplyBook.me • Remote Access & Support: LogMeIn, TeamViewer, AnyDesk • Sales & Outreach: Apollo.io, Mailchimp, Lemlist • Communication: Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet • Productivity & Automation: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Notion, ChatGPT, Zapier, Canva, saleforce • File Sharing & Collaboration: Google Drive, Dropbox • Social Media Tools: Buffer, Hootsuite Work Experience Data entry specialist We find services (Remote Internship) may 2025 -July 2025 • • • • • • • • Entered data from different sources into spreadsheets and systems with 99% accuracy, helping to keep records clean and professional. Found and fixed data errors, reducing mistakes by over 85% through careful checks and attention to detail. Updated and organized databases, making information 30% faster to find for the team. Created a better filing system that cut down file search time by 40%, improving workflow. Followed company rules to protect private info, maintaining 100% data confidentiality with no breaches. Created easy-to-read reports from raw data, which helped the team improve decisionmaking by 25%. Worked closely with other departments to keep data accurate and support team goals. Used tools like Excel, Google Sheets, Zoho, and others to complete tasks 35% faster by automating steps and staying organized. Customer Success Representative Pentagon pharmacy and stores (and E-commerce) Jan 2020 – Jun 2025 • Fostered strong customer relationships through outstanding service, improving client retention by 30%. • Maintained accurate records of sales and client interactions, tracking over 500+ transactions monthly with 100% accuracy. • Ensured high customer satisfaction by providing product recommendations and addressing concerns, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate. First point of contact for all customers, managing an average of 60+ daily interactions across phone, email, and in-person channels. Email support for company feedback, resolving 98% of issues within 24 hours. Onboarding new staff on customer feedback management and query response, training 10+ employees to handle inquiries effectively. Contributing to sales events and performing related tasks required, helping boost monthly sales by 20% during promotions. Resolved all queries via call or on-site, maintaining a zero unresolved complaint record each quarter. Assisted customers to get familiar with new products, leading to a 25% increase in firsttime purchases. Clearly explained the features, advantages, and benefits of a product to over 100+ walkin customers weekly. Tailored product presentations to suit the specific needs of each customer, raising conversion rates by 15%. Followed up regularly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business, achieving 40% customer return rate. Managed price concerns, negotiated terms, and finalized deals on products with customers and suppliers, ensuring 10–15% cost savings on bulk orders. Monitored market trends and customer needs, contributing to the launch of 3 new high-demand product lines. Delivered actionable customer feedback to the marketing team, helping refine product positioning and campaigns. Shared strategies and customer concerns with team members to improve results, increasing team efficiency by 20%. Managed challenging customer situations, including disputes, with professionalism and calm, maintaining zero escalation cases. Actively listened to customer concerns and provided empathetic, practical solutions such as refunds, replacements, or additional support, leading to 98% resolution satisfaction. Maintained high customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and meaningful communication, keeping response times under 10 minutes. Identified potential pain points and improved response strategies to retain customer loyalty, preventing 15% churn reduction. Ensured all customer enquiries were answered quickly and accurately with company CRM, keeping communication clear and customers satisfied at 100% query resolution rate. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Accounting Officer pentagon pharmacy and stores Feb 2018 – Jan 2020 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Spearheaded innovative sales strategies to increase market share and visibility, driving a 20% revenue growth within one fiscal year. Participated in 5+ trade shows annually to enhance brand recognition and attract new clients. Managed accurate bookkeeping and payroll systems for 20+ employees, maintaining 100% compliance with company policies. Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations, identifying and resolving discrepancies that reduced financial errors by 35%. Organized receipts, invoices, and expense documentation, improving record retrieval speed by 40%. Forecasted future income, expenses, and profitability, contributing to 15% more accurate budgeting. Kept track of tax deadlines and regulatory changes, ensuring zero late submissions or penalties. Maintained accurate financial records by logging daily transactions worth ₦1M+ into the accounting system. Ensured financial integrity by keeping books current, resulting in 100% audit-readiness throughout tenure. Identified opportunities to enhance financial controls and systems, proposing enhancements that improved efficiency by 25%. Calculated salaries, deductions, and bonuses for all employees, ensuring zero payroll errors. Monitored and managed receivables and payables, reducing overdue accounts by 30%. Actively followed up on invoices to minimize delays, improving cash flow turnover by 20%. Identified trends, inefficiencies, and areas for cost cutting or investment, leading to ₦500,000+ in annual savings. Customer service Bezalee rentals and travels Jan 2016 – Dec 2017 • • Provided top-notch support via phone, email, chat, or social media, handling 50+ client interactions daily with a 98% satisfaction rate. Troubleshot issues, addressed complaints, and resolved technical problems promptly, achieving a 100% first-response resolution rate for most client concerns. • • • • • • • • • Helped customers understand how to use a product, resulting in a 25% decrease in repeat inquiries. Provided a warm and welcoming experience for clients, guests, and vendors, contributing to a 20% boost in positive feedback. Directed visitors to their destination or waiting area efficiently, ensuring zero missed appointments or scheduling conflicts. Managed incoming calls, addressed inquiries, and directed calls to the relevant department or personnel, reducing call waiting time by 30%. Took precise messages and followed up as needed, maintaining 100% communication accuracy. Managed calendars and scheduled appointments or meetings, coordinating 10–15 daily bookings for clients and staff. Confirmed, rescheduled, or canceled bookings as needed, keeping booking accuracy at 99%. Notified the CEO of appointments, deliveries, or guest arrivals promptly, improving executive time management by 25%. Supported with admin duties when needed, contributing to smooth day-to-day operations and timely project completion. Education Higher National Diploma (HND), Accountancy Federal Polytechnic Oko —- National Diploma (ND), Accountancy Federal Polytechnic Oko —-
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