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Kari Raita

Kari Raita

Valencia

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service Specialist providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works as part of team to reach personal and business goals. Known for successfully handling escalated customer support issues.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Webhelp
Valencia
04.2019 - Current
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
  • Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.

Educational Assistant Teacher

School of Vasaramäki
Turku
01.2014 - 05.2016
  • Assisted teachers in planning and delivering instructional activities.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Provided support for students with special needs or behavioral issues.
  • Monitored student performance and behavior in the classroom environment.

Negotiator

Turun Sovittelu toimisto
Turku
01.2010 - 12.2012

IT Specialist

Felix Abba, Orkla
Turku
04.1994 - 04.2012
  • Assisted in the implementation of new technologies and systems to improve efficiency.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on computers, servers, and other IT equipment.
  • Provided technical support for users experiencing hardware or software issues.
  • Created user accounts, set up permissions, and monitored system security.
  • Monitored network performance and identified areas for improvement.
  • Performed troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Developed scripts to automate routine tasks and reduce manual effort.
  • Implemented backup procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
  • Installed operating systems, applications, patches, updates. as needed.
  • Maintained inventory of all IT equipment and supplies in use by the organization.
  • Resolved conflicts between different hardware components or software programs.
  • Investigated system errors to determine root cause of issue and implement solutions accordingly.
  • Configured firewalls to protect against unauthorized access or malicious attacks.
  • Managed virtual machines used for testing purposes or hosting services and applications.
  • Set up local area networks and wide area networks.
  • Coordinated with vendors for procurement of IT products or services as needed.
  • Trained end users on how to use new systems and technologies effectively.
  • Provided guidance on best practices for using technology resources securely.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Installation And Repair Technology

Raision Aikuiskoulutus Keskus
Turku
01-1992

BBA - Economics

School of Economic
Turku
05-1988

High School Diploma -

Turun Iltaoppikoulu
Turku
09-1984

Skills

  • Product Knowledge
  • Consultative Sales
  • Scheduling
  • Data Collection

Languages

Finnish
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Swedish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Beginner (A1)
A1

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Webhelp
04.2019 - Current

Educational Assistant Teacher

School of Vasaramäki
01.2014 - 05.2016

Negotiator

Turun Sovittelu toimisto
01.2010 - 12.2012

IT Specialist

Felix Abba, Orkla
04.1994 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Science - Computer Installation And Repair Technology

Raision Aikuiskoulutus Keskus

BBA - Economics

School of Economic

High School Diploma -

Turun Iltaoppikoulu
Kari Raita