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James Bismark Samonte

James Bismark Samonte

Manila

Summary

With over 20 years of experience in Operations across multiple dynamic sites and client environments, I have been a trailblazer in the Contact Center Industry. Successfully managing various verticals, including Tech, Telecoms, and Financial Support, I am highly adept at coordinating personnel, equipment, resources, and logistics while ensuring unwavering compliance with policies. Extensive knowledge and skills will significantly contribute to the company's success.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, focusing on optimizing processes, and supporting team objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Operations Manager

Acquire BPO
06.2018 - 09.2024
  • I manage the overall operations and responsible for the effective and successful implementation of specific processes to improve and maintain the performance, productivity, and quality of the accounts that I oversee.
  • Managed employee-related issues encompassing labor, turnover and diversity.
  • Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
  • Optimized costs to contribute to productivity, cost development and proficiency of central fulfillment operations.
  • Prepared documents for internal and external audits.
  • Allocated resources to planned programs according to business objectives.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Provided leadership for continual management and employee training initiatives.
  • Oversaw staff and sub-contractor performance review assessments.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Accounts Portfolio:

* Finance Accounts, AR and AP - Village Roadshow

* Finance Accounts, Insurance – Rate One, and Online Loans

* Finance Accounts and Virtual Assistant – O’Brien Group

* Customer Service, Billing, and Provisioning Accounts – CirclesLife, Tango Energy, Jeunesse US, Ecosa

* Travel Sales and Booking - Trivago

* Healthcare - Rancare

* Sales - Dodo, Optus, Blistel Mobile, Ello, Mobile

Senior Team Leader

Acquire BPO
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Discovered training needs and provided coaching.
  • Set clear team goals and delegated tasks and set deadlines.
  • Conducted team member meetings and updated members on best practices and continuing expectations.
  • Developed strategies to promote team member adherence to company regulations and performance goals.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
  • Produced weekly, daily and monthly activity reports and forecasts.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.

Senior Team Leader

Shore Solutions
07.2014 - 08.2015
  • Set clear team goals and delegated tasks and set deadlines.
  • Discovered training needs and provided coaching.
  • Conducted team member meetings and updated members on best practices and continuing expectations.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.

Senior Operations Team Leader

Eyenus Pty Ltd Australia
08.2013 - 07.2014
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Senior Team Leader

Pacific Hub Corporation
01.2012 - 08.2013
  • I managed a start-up/test account of a newly formed AU Telco Company that caters to B2C customers.
  • Discovered training needs and provided coaching.
  • Set clear team goals and delegated tasks and set deadlines.
  • Conducted team member meetings and updated members on best practices and continuing expectations.
  • Developed strategies to promote team member adherence to company regulations and performance goals.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Program Manager

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
09.2011 - 01.2012
  • I was in charge of running a cold campaign for Dodo Australia and Dodo Power and Gas
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
  • Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
  • Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.

Sales Team Leader

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
08.2008 - 09.2011
  • Led regular team meetings to keep sales personnel motivated with tips, techniques and relevant information.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Sales Coach

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
05.2008 - 08.2008
  • I provided coaching and training for the Outbound Campaign.

Level 3 Sales Agent

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
01.2008 - 05.2008
  • I worked as a sales agent for the company.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

De La Salle University
Manila

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila
Manila
03.2001

Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt Certification -

Six Sigma PH - DLSU
Makati

Lean Six Sigma – Yellow Belt Certification
DLSU Makati

Skills

  • DMAIC
  • LEAN
  • Six Sigma
  • Quantitative Analysis
  • Human Resource
  • Value Stream Map
  • Process Map
  • Gap Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Process Design
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • People Management
  • People Report

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt Certification 

Lean Six Sigma – Yellow Belt Certification

Emailaddresses

  • Jbpsamonte@gmail.com
  • James_samonte@dlsu.edu.ph

Operational Capabilities

  • Ensure that an Ops Manual for a new program is created. Review and/or update existing OPS Manuals for my respective programs monthly capturing any changes in the Product, Process, System or Organizational Chart of the account. Including follow through with the CRMs and Compliance to close the approved and updated Ops Manual.
  • Managing updates on Campaign/TL Trackers (Priority Management File, Attendance, Stats, etc.)
  • Headcount Recon, Attrition Forecast (RAG or EWS) and Staffing Plan Meeting
  • Implement required process update from the Ops Management and the Client during one-on-one coaching or team huddles
  • Review the Seat Allocation for the program on a regular basis (Weekly/Monthly) to ensure that seats are optimized and fully utilized.
  • Sending of Ad hoc/WTD/EOM Reports to Client & Operations team
  • Client Call outs / Escalations review and action
  • Creation of Team Leaders Monthly Scorecard
  • Attend daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly meetings and performance reviews with the client and/or management
  • Issuance of DPFs and CAFs for COC violations falling under Sanction A-C
  • Issuance of DPF & CAF to Agents for Behavior & PIP/ Performance
  • Initiate Programs to drive better performance – Such as engagement activities and R&R Programs
  • Analyze the Agents and Team’s performance through daily/weekly/monthly review of the data/reporting
  • Prepare and Roll Out Monthly Schedule Staffing and ensure that Staffing requirements are met
  • Management of attrition by ensuring proper and constant guidance and development of every staff in the team
  • Ensure that all Agents and Teams adhere to all operational forms and process
  • Drive quality on all calls thru daily agent call listening sessions
  • Developing Team Leaders by providing leadership training and re-assuring that Team Leads can effectively coach and develop agents - Daily Team Leader Triad Sessions
  • Documentation and sending of coaching logs (1 per Team Leader/week minimum)
  • Motivate staff to meet and/or exceed productivity target without affecting the high quality of delivery
  • Reinforce program’s expectations; KPIs are met or exceeded
  • Provides timely constructive feedback to all staff regarding their performance, acknowledge strengths and identify areas of opportunities
  • Ensure involvement of the staff in analysis of their respective performance
  • Maintenance of team’s growth and progress by consistently monitoring performance, reinforcing quality, acknowledging strengths and addressing areas of opportunities.
  • Dealing with management issues that will arise during the operating hours
  • Flexible to shifting schedules
  • Ensure individual and team's adherence to the policies and procedures of the program and of the company, sanctions are applied for non-adherence
  • Has overall coordination with the program's and company's different departments, client, and management; ensuring proper endorsement and open communication is maintained

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 02/25/80
  • Nationality: Filipino
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Roman Catholic

Phonenumbers

  • T, 02 7744 0598
  • M, 0917 564 1304

Timeline

Senior Operations Manager

Acquire BPO
06.2018 - 09.2024

Senior Team Leader

Acquire BPO
08.2015 - 06.2018

Senior Team Leader

Shore Solutions
07.2014 - 08.2015

Senior Operations Team Leader

Eyenus Pty Ltd Australia
08.2013 - 07.2014

Senior Team Leader

Pacific Hub Corporation
01.2012 - 08.2013

Program Manager

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
09.2011 - 01.2012

Sales Team Leader

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
08.2008 - 09.2011

Sales Coach

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
05.2008 - 08.2008

Level 3 Sales Agent

Acquire Asia Pacific Philippines
01.2008 - 05.2008

MBA - Business Administration

De La Salle University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila

Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt Certification -

Six Sigma PH - DLSU

Lean Six Sigma – Yellow Belt Certification
James Bismark Samonte