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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a supportive and engaging working environment, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for an experienced Hindi Speaking Customer Service Agent to join our WFO team based in Durban.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Hindi and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based on the level of experienc...Job Reference #: 202641
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd, a global award winner in the BPO industry, has partnered with an industry leading Retail Group in South Africa.
If you are a qualified Shop / Floor Assistant, experienced in Retail / FMCG, please apply here!
Job Purpose:
To deliver service excellence through efficient customer service, point of sale (POS) operational activities and merchandising in store that leads to a positive customer experience.
Key Performance Areas (but not limited to):
• To efficiently execute all operational activities at the point of sale in a timely and efficient manner
• To maintain high levels of accuracy when scanning merchandise and collecting payment for goods purchased
• To ensure the safe handling of cash at all times
• To make customers aware of promotions in order to positively affect sales and to ensure customer satisfaction
• To deliver superior customer service by acting as a brand ambassador, being visible and offering a friendly and professional service
• To efficiently execute and maintain all merchandising and general housekeeping duties according to store and visual merchandise standards
• To support the Groups vision to be the customers first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values
• To maintain updated knowledge on products, ranges, promotions and events in order to provide the correct information to customers at all times Requirements:
• Grade 12
• 1 - 2 years experience in a customer facing role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment
• Understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
• Understanding of stock management procedures
• Skills in customer service excellence
• SA ID / Valid Work Permit (if applicable)
• Well versed in English and any other official South African Language
• Clear criminal record
• Computer Literate Working hours:
• As per operational requirements Salary:
• Market related based on level of experience Position Location:
• Durban, Kwazulu-Natal Should you wish to apply for the position, please apply directly via this job board, please ensure that you quote reference number 202373 subject heading or email body.
Surgo (Pty) Ltd will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity (EE) and is committed in maintaining diversity in its appointments. Surgo (Pty) Ltd, therefore also encourages people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply. Due to the high volume of applications, should you not receive feedback within three months upon submission, you can assume your application was unsuccessful and we encourage you to reapply. Please note that as a registered member of APSO, Surgo (PTY) Ltd. does not hold applicants accountable for any application fee.
Your CV will be kept on our database for us to contact you should any future vacancies become available. If you do not wish for us to keep your CV for any other positions, please email recruitment@surgo.co.za
Surgo (PTY) Ltd. reserves th...Job Reference #: 202373
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Italian Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Italian and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based o...Job Reference #: 202438
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a supportive and engaging working environment, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for an experienced Arabic Speaking Customer Service Agent to join our WFO team based in Durban.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Arabic and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based on the level of experie...Job Reference #: 202648
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a supportive and engaging working environment, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for an experienced Nepali Speaking Customer Service Agent to join our WFO team based in Durban.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Nepali and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based on the level of experie...Job Reference #: 202645
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To offer exceptional service to all customers by providing knowledgeable service and basic advice on healthcare, nutrition and supplementation in order to maximise sales and build customer loyalty.
*Job Objectives:*
* To deliver exceptional customer service through in-store visibility and proactivity to customer needs through knowledge and understanding of health and supplements.
* To consult with customers and provide suitable advice on healthcare, nutritional and supplement products.
* To drive healthcare sales in line with targets through promotion of a broad range of brands by cross selling and upselling to increase profitability.
* To drive stock availability in the healthcare aisles through compliance with stock management principles and procedures in order to drive sales.
* To prevent wastage in own area by adhering to stock rotation principles.
* To prevent stock losses by following all risk management policies and principles.
* To ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the store in order to create an appealing shopping environment for customers.
* To implement product merchandising by following the merchandising guidelines and procedures.
* To adhere to all store standard operating procedures.
* To ensure continuity of service by focusing on own development and product knowledge and sharing product information with relief staff.
*Knowledge:*
* Desirable: Basic health, fitness and supplements product knowledge
* Essential: Basic knowledge of retail store operations principles (stock management, merchandising, risk management,)
*Skills:*
* Essential: Good communication and interaction skills
* Customer and service orientation
* Selling skills
* Merchandising skills
* Desirable:
* Basic computer literacy
*Competencies:*
Essential:
* Relating and Networking
* Persuading and Influencing
* Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Desirable:
* Following Instructions and Procedures
* Presenting and Communicating Information
* Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
*Experience:*Essential:
* At least 1 year related experience
* Selling skills; customer related training
Desirable:
* Experience working with sports nutrition and vitamin related products
*Education:*
* Essential: Matric (Maths 50%/Maths Lit 60%, English 50% and a pass in Life Science or Physics)
* Desirable: Sports / fitness / nutrition qualification
*Contractual Hours:*
* 38 - 40hrs
*Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.**All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.*
*Experience:*Essential:
* At least 1 year related experience
* Selling skills; customer related training
Desirable:
* Experience working with sports nutrition and vitamin related products
*Education:*
* Essential: Matric (Maths 50%/Maths Lit 60%, English 50% and a pass in Life Science or Physics)
* Desirable: Sports / fitness / nu
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The purpose of the job is to optimise the CMT, Converting and Fabrication production processes in order to achieve the BU objectives. The incumbent will be reporting to the General Manager.Requirements for Applicants Educational:• Industrial EngineeringExperiential:• 5 years’ in Production Management experienceKey Performance Areas Associated Tasks Strategy:• Implement new equipment/technology/processes in accordance with the Manufacturing Strategic Plan• Achieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set targets.Planning:• Plan, schedule and monitor production (Sales requirements, stock levels, maintenance requirements, machine changes, etc.)• Approve Production Plans.Production Management:• Monitor plant utilisation and efficiencies and action non-conformances.• Optimise the manufacturing processes and maintain manufacturing efficiencies.• Ensure optimal and efficient use of resources.• Ensure correct start-up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift.• Balance the production lines (manning levels).• Assist with ad-hoc projects.• Ensure all planned maintenance schedules are adhered to.• Analyse daily variances and identify opportunities for improvements.• Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performanceSHE:• Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace• Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace• Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace• Address workplace hazards and risks• Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machinery and equipmentQuality Management System:• Improve employee awareness of Quality Targets and Objectives• Achieve PPM targets• Notify the Quality Department of any non-conformances which may lead to product rejectionsPolicies and Procedures:• Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.Financial Management:• Provide input into the budgeting process• Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)• Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers• Participate in the Audit process• Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)• Detect and prevent fraud• Promote good Corporate GovernancePeople Management:• Ensure an enabling climate / culture• Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives• Manage labour complement and stability in line with budget• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes• Achieve targets for the Department• Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility• Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility• Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning• Determine the training needs of t
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The purpose of the job is to optimise the CMT, Converting and Fabrication production processes in order to achieve the BU objectives. The incumbent will be reporting to the General Manager.Requirements for Applicants Educational:• Industrial EngineeringExperiential:• 5 years’ in Production Management experienceKey Performance Areas Associated Tasks Strategy:• Implement new equipment/technology/processes in accordance with the Manufacturing Strategic Plan• Achieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set targets.Planning:• Plan, schedule and monitor production (Sales requirements, stock levels, maintenance requirements, machine changes, etc.)• Approve Production Plans.Production Management:• Monitor plant utilisation and efficiencies and action non-conformances.• Optimise the manufacturing processes and maintain manufacturing efficiencies.• Ensure optimal and efficient use of resources.• Ensure correct start-up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift.• Balance the production lines (manning levels).• Assist with ad-hoc projects.• Ensure all planned maintenance schedules are adhered to.• Analyse daily variances and identify opportunities for improvements.• Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performanceSHE:• Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace• Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace• Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace• Address workplace hazards and risks• Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machinery and equipmentQuality Management System:• Improve employee awareness of Quality Targets and Objectives• Achieve PPM targets• Notify the Quality Department of any non-conformances which may lead to product rejectionsPolicies and Procedures:• Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.Financial Management:• Provide input into the budgeting process• Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)• Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers• Participate in the Audit process• Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)• Detect and prevent fraud• Promote good Corporate GovernancePeople Management:• Ensure an enabling climate / culture• Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives• Manage labour complement and stability in line with budget• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes• Achieve targets for the Department• Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility• Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility• Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning• Determine the training needs of t
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New position available for a Chief Chemist for our client in the Chemical & Hygiene Industry. The position is based in Durban.
The purpose of the Chief Chemist and R&D Lead will be to act as the Product Information Officer (Technical, Safety, Certifications, Approvals and Registrations), Chemistry Support in all its spheres, and to provide the necessary training to the Sales team.KPIs
Plans directs and manages the full laboratory function and its staff ensuring that the correct capabilities and resources are present to support the full QA and technical functions required.
Coordinates and directs research and development, product chemistry, optimised and accurate chemical manufacturing processes, ingredient and product analysis and verification, problem identification, modification of formulas.
Coordinates scaled up plant manufacturing processes according to HSE and ISO operational protocols and applicable government regulations; Provides technical training at plant level as required.
Reviews operational reports to make sure that quality standards, efficiency, and expenditure schedules are met.
Interprets results of laboratory activities to laboratory personnel (mentoring), and management, and prepares reports and technical papers.
Prepares and updates Safety documents for the company products as regulated (Technical, SDS and TREM); provides guidance concerning statutory Risk and Safety nomenclature needed for each product. Verifies Technical Information on product labels and product technical data sheets.
Liaise with Toll manufacturing customers and agree / approve all product manufacturing processes and QA measures.
Liaise with Suppliers regarding technical matters and stays up to date with latest formulatory trends in the detergent industry. Looks for opportunities to optimise chemical performance/cost.
Responsible for System inputs and Change Management.
To build and maintain product formulation data base (spread sheet with hyperlink references).
Background function
To build an approved, supplier/ ingredient data base.
To Create Procedures and Works Instructions for all new QA and R&D tasks as required by the companies Quality Management System.
Assist with product formulation costings.
Safety Responsibilities
Responsible for full SHE functions within the role related to equipment operations, materials handling, as well as the safety of direct reporting staff and other persons in the immediate work area.
Ensure workplace safety standards are also governed by law in the form of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.; its directives must be obeyed.
All safety incidents or near misses within respective work environment/s are to be documented and investigated.
Main Working Relationships
Internal
Company Directors
Laboratory Staff
Plant personnel
Procurement personnel
External
SECTOR: Cleaning and Hygiene
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Japanese Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Japanese and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working ho...Job Reference #: 202547
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Slovak Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Slovak and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working hours:...Job Reference #: 202538
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Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced French Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both French and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based on ...Job Reference #: 202442
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Czech Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Czech and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working hours:
...Job Reference #: 202532
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Dutch Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Dutch and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based on th...Job Reference #: 202441
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Hindi Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Hindi and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working hours:
...Job Reference #: 202544
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced German Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both German and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• Market related, based on ...Job Reference #: 202440
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Mandarin Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Mandarin and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working ho...Job Reference #: 202541
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Polish Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Polish and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working hours:...Job Reference #: 202535
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Norwegian Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Norwegian and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely
• Active Fibre Connection
Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills).
Salary and working ...Job Reference #: 202526
2d
1
Surgo (PTY) Ltd is a globally recognised, award-winning, Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), specialising in all your business needs. Offering a wide range of services; from Customer Support and CX, HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Outsourcing, Training and Development, IT Outsourcing, and Brand Management. Offering employees, a WFH/WFO solution, taking pride in our people first approach. We are recruiting for experienced Spanish (Hespanic) Speaking Customer Service Support Agents to join our remote work from home team.
Job Purpose:
The key objective of the role is to identify and understand customer needs, delivering a first-class customer service while remaining committed to treating customers fairly. Speaking directly with clients via an inbound line and provide responses to general inquiries, via phone, chat and email.
Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Well versed in both Spanish (Hespanic) and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications
• Clear Criminal Record
• Ability to work from home remotely Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Answer incoming calls and promptly address customer inquiries.
• Provide customers with comprehensive product and service information.
• Utilise our in-house operating system to identify, investigate, and resolve customer issues.
• Maintain detailed call logs and generate reports as needed.
• Assist frustrated customers and escalate issues to senior agents or team leaders when necessary.
• Consistently uphold personal productivity standards while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Perform daily administrative tasks and accurately input essential data into various CRM systems.
• Demonstrate strict adherence to Company policies and practices.
• Review and take action on assigned cases.
• Monitor Average Handling Time to meet established standards.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules, occupancy targets, and workflow monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) by completing cases within agreed-upon timeframes.
• Uphold customer service quality standards and align with established business processes.
• Maintain full compliance with applicable business processes, legal requirements, and standard operating procedures. Critical Skills/ Competencies:
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in driving solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working autonomously.
• Confidence in navigating dynamic work environments.
• Adaptability and agility in approach.
• Demonstrates resilience and a growth mindset.
• Proficient in adapting to evolving situations (adaptive thinking).
• Adept at collaborating effectively within a team.
• Skilled in prioritising tasks and managing workloads efficiently (excellent organisational skills). Salary and working hours:
• M...Job Reference #: 202443
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