MARCELO BITTENCOURT
@marcelobittencourt
Customer Success and Operations Specialist with 17 years international bilingual experience, delivering 5-star service.
What I'm looking for
Professional Summary
International Operations & Customer Experience Specialist | 15+ Years Global Experience
Results-driven professional with an extensive background in high-pressure operations, logistics, and premium customer relations across Australia and Brazil. I bring a "boots-on-the-ground" maturity developed through a decade and a half of navigating complex business environments for global brands.
Communication Excellence: Native-level English proficiency with a PTE Score of 90. 14 years lived and worked in Australia + 3 years in the UK, providing a deep understanding of Western corporate culture and client expectations.
Operational Leadership: Proven track record in managing teams and high-stakes environments for Hilton, Thrifty, and Hertz. Expert in conflict resolution, logistics optimization, and maintaining gold-standard service levels.
Adaptability & Tech Savvy: Rapidly scales into new digital workflows and CRM systems. I combine the discipline of a seasoned manager with the agility required for modern remote environments.
I am looking to leverage my bilingual expertise and operational grit to help global companies deliver exceptional support and scale their customer success initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operational Manager
Legend Pizza
Jan 2016 - Jan 2024 (8 years)
Directed full restaurant operations with an owner-proactive mindset, ensuring continuity during extended absences. Managed and trained multicultural teams (up to 12), controlled inventory and supplier relations, and resolved high-pressure customer issues while maintaining service excellence.
Shift Leader and F&B Supervisor
Hilton Surfers Paradise
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)
Supported 5-star service standards by supervising and training teams for corporate events and premium hospitality operations. Completed a 30-day pre-opening training program and ensured adherence to global brand quality protocols.
Operations & Logistics Supervisor
Thrifty & Europcar
Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)
Led dispatch operations for a high-demand airport environment, managing teams (up to 12) to ensure fleet readiness and 100% compliance with strict deadlines. Coordinated two operational garages simultaneously, focusing on quality control and productivity under pressure.
Senior ESL Educator
Teddy Bear English School
Jan 2006 - Jan 2011 (5 years)
Delivered 30–35 hours per week of high-performance English instruction for elite groups, providing consistent instructional leadership. Used intensive methodology cycles via Oxford University Press to improve cognitive retention and learner engagement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Imagine Education Gold Coast
Graduate Diploma, Project Management, International Business, and Marketing
2012 - 2015
Completed graduate diplomas in Project Management, International Business, and Marketing between 2012 and 2015.
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