Welcome to PEP! PEP is Africa’s largest single brand retailer operating around 1800 stores in Southern Africa. As well as clothing and footwear, PEP sells homeware, FMCG, cellular and airtime products and also offers a range of other services such as cash-backs, Capfin (for loans), funeral policies, cross-border money transfers, selected bill payments, Fla...
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This role is responsible for overseeing and managing customer complaints and queries across multiple channels (received in the call centre or central office via phone, chat, social media & legal), ensuring that issues are routed and managed correctly, and enabling effective tracking, recording, and measurement of performance across various business areas.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Complaint & Query Management
Operational Support & Collaboration
Performance Tracking & Reporting
Process Improvement & Insights
Store and call centre visits
Assist in supporting the management functions of contact center operations
Requirements
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12
Tertiary Qualification (in Business Management or Retail Management) will be an advantage
Retail Store Experience – Understanding of store operations, challenges, and customer interactions.
Operational Support Experience – Proven experience in managing queries, escalations, and process improvement.
Customer Service Expertise – Ability to handle customer complaints professionally across different channels.
Fast-Paced & High-Pressure Adaptability – Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Data Analysis & Reporting – Ability to generate reports, track trends, and provide meaningful insights.
Stakeholder Collaboration – Strong communication skills to engage with stores, area managers, and central office teams.
Proficiency in African Languages – Ability to communicate effectively with customers and staff in multiple African languages to ensure smooth issue resolution and customer satisfaction
Competencies: Dutifulness, Performing under pressure, Planning, Adaptability, Creating Support, Listening skills, Service orientated, willingness to travel
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