Yolanda Hlophe
@yolandahlophe
Customer Support Specialist delivering high-volume, escalation-focused customer experiences.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven Customer Support Specialist with 5+ years of experience in high-volume call center environments. I manage complex customer interactions, handle escalations, and contribute to workflow improvements while maintaining strong customer satisfaction.
I’m experienced with CRM systems, ticketing platforms, and remote customer support operations, using tools like Zendesk, Salesforce, UJET, and Five9. I’m KPI-aware across CSAT, response time, and resolution rate, and I also support team growth through training and peer mentorship.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Customer Support Specialist
Freshpet
Sep 2025 - Present (9 months)
Handled high volumes of inbound and outbound customer interactions across phone, email, and chat, resolving product inquiries and complaints to maintain customer satisfaction. Served as an escalation support point for complex issues and maintained accurate CRM documentation for follow-ups and reporting.
Communication Specialist
Navex
Jan 2025 - Sep 2025 (8 months)
Managed sensitive, high-priority cases with professionalism and confidentiality, supporting resolution and compliance. Collaborated with internal teams to improve case categorization and reporting, and helped refine communication protocols to enhance clarity and user experience.
Customer Service & Sales Rep
Instacart
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Provided end-to-end customer support for billing, orders, and delivery issues while managing tickets in Zendesk to ensure timely resolution. Identified recurring customer problems, escalated insights to improve operations, and maintained high CSAT through effective communication and problem-solving.
Online Support Representative
University of Johannesburg
Feb 2022 - Nov 2022 (9 months)
Provided timely online support to students through digital platforms, ensuring a smooth customer experience. Coordinated engagement initiatives and assisted with resolving academic-related queries in a high-demand environment.
Customer Service Representative
Metro by T-Mobile
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Handled high-volume inbound calls, resolving customer complaints and technical issues while applying strong de-escalation in high-pressure situations. Maintained detailed interaction records, supported billing and payment queries, and used product knowledge to deliver tailored solutions and upsell services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce, Economics and Econometrics
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Econometrics at the University of Johannesburg in 2025.
Risecliff Secondary School
National Senior Certificate (Matric)
Completed the National Senior Certificate (Matric) at Risecliff Secondary School in 2018.
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