Black Pen Recruitment

German Speaking Customer Service Sales Representative (Contact Centre/BPO)

South Africa full-time Mid R2,000 - R2,000
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Salary listed Curated
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About the role

Our client specialises in inbound multichannel customer support across multiple verticals from their quality, strategically located centres in Fiji, South Africa and Peru and via their work from home colleagues in Namibia. As an international, award-winning, multilingual contact centre, they know that our staff and the relationships they have with their clients are their greatest and most valuable assets.
Job Type: Full time | Permanent
Location: South Africa
Workplace: Remote
Working hours: 40 hours per week (8,5 hours shifts per day, inclusive of lunch/breaks)
Rotational shifts Mondays – Sundays, which includes public holidays as operationally required
Working hours may be subject to change depending on client requirements
Requirements

Native level fluency in the German language: Verbal & Written skills essential (advanced level may be considered)

Located in South Africa

Permanent residence permit / South African ID holders only

Excellent computer literacy and technical skills

No criminal record

Flexibility to work shifts

Previous customer service experience preferred

Work From Home requirement:

Fibre internet connection or stable fixed ADSL line of minimum 20 MBPS up/down required at own cost

Must be a fixed line internet solution

No wireless connections accepted

Responsibilities

Work for a prestigious airline brand on various work streams

Assistance to passengers with pre & post flight departure travel-related queries for the Customer

Relations department in the German & English language

Work on airline reservations systems and handle voice calls in German & English which may include written correspondence

Fully paid product and systems training provided

Daily interactions with international passengers assisting with queries and complaints

Required to meet specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and meet expected client service levels

Demanding, dynamic and time-sensitive Contact Centre environment

What you should know

Full time, permanent contract: Operational hours: 24/7; 365 days per year

Training: 4 - 7 weeks (fully paid)

Probation period: 4 months

Medical Health Insurance (paid for by the company after successful completion of probation)

R2,000.00 monthly incentives after successful completion of probation period

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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the German Speaking Customer Service Sales Representative (Contact Centre/BPO) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Black Pen Recruitment?
  3. Which of Customer Service, Remote Collaboration and Sales have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Customer Service, Remote Collaboration and Sales.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
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I am interested in the German Speaking Customer Service Sales Representative (Contact Centre/BPO) role because I can bring practical experience in Customer Service, Remote Collaboration and Sales, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Black Pen Recruitment needs from this hire.

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