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Work History
Education
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Phil Gray

Phil Gray

Success Manager
Riga

Summary

Conscientious and results driven account management professional who has an excellent history of managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Extensive experience in business development, with quantifiable success in B2B sales, in the Print On Demand industry.

Highly skilled in business communication, problem solving, growth strategies and business support. Possesses strong technical and analytical skills and proficient in the use of data and analytical software as well as Microsoft and Google office worksheets.

Particularly skilled in establishing and nourishing business relationships with high value clients and strong history of account retention.

Proud track record in stimulating growth through effective account management, guidance and support.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Merchant Success Manager

Printify
Riga
10.2019 - Current
  • Responsible for one of the highest GMV portfolios in team.
  • Embraced and established a comfortable and efficient "Work From Home" remote working set up whilst continually producing excellent results.
  • Created, contributed and gathered data from spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets for daily, weekly and monthly reporting and tracking.
  • Regularly resolve problems, identify growth opportunities and provide exceptional service to my portfolio clients.
  • Master of Multi-tasking in a super fast-paced work environment.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record. I have never had a sick day off in over 3 years with Printify.
  • Consistently achieved monthly revenue goals through effective account management and great work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours often working over the required minimum to achieve great results.
  • Conducted regular research, and presented account reports to senior management.

Customer Care Representative

Norwegian Air
Riga
06.2018 - 03.2019

I gained some exceptional experience of working under high pressure and high tension situations. This was during the worst times of the Rolls Royce engine failure situation which left many of the airline's aircraft grounded and resulted in mass cancellations and alot of unhappy customers.

  • Support and arrange alternative travel arrangements for travelers stuck at airports due to flight cancellations.
  • Responded to customer needs through competent customer service and prompt problem-solving.
  • Navigated multiple computer systems and applications to find information.
  • Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
  • Coordinated timely responses to online customer communication and researched complex issues.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.

Travel Agent

International Travel Network
Riga
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
  • Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Asked open-ended questions to better ascertain client needs and determine best international travel offerings.
  • Developed process improvements and long-term business strategies through analysis of customer feedback.
  • Responded to clients' questions, issues and complaints and implemented appropriate solutions.
  • Developed loyal clientele base due to excellent listening and research skills and keen understanding of travel budgets.
  • Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives and special needs clients.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to implement best practices across department and exceed team goals.

Education

Higher National Diploma in Gas Engineering Service - Gas Engineering

British Gas Training Academy
Glasgow, Scotland
08.2014 - 07.2015

NVQ Level 3 in Heating And Ventilation Engineering - HVAC Installation And Repair

Bailey Training Academy
Leeds, England
09.2005 - 06.2010

High School Diploma -

Inverurie Academy
Inverurie, Scotland
08.1995 - 06.2001

Skills

    Communication

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Accomplishments

    "Save Of The Year Award" I was responsible for saving a high profile merchant account in 2021.


    "Defence of the Year Award" I had the best YOY account retention in January 2022 out of all our Success Portfolios.


    I was also nominated for two other awards: "Merchant Champion" and the "Spotlight Award " which was voted by my peers.

Timeline

Merchant Success Manager

Printify
10.2019 - Current

Customer Care Representative

Norwegian Air
06.2018 - 03.2019

Travel Agent

International Travel Network
06.2017 - 03.2018

Higher National Diploma in Gas Engineering Service - Gas Engineering

British Gas Training Academy
08.2014 - 07.2015

NVQ Level 3 in Heating And Ventilation Engineering - HVAC Installation And Repair

Bailey Training Academy
09.2005 - 06.2010

High School Diploma -

Inverurie Academy
08.1995 - 06.2001

Additional Information

When I am not striving for professional success; away from work, my wife and I are foster parents.


As well as having 4 beautiful children of our own, we are also foster parents and took care of a lovely baby girl for over a year before being able to to reunite the child with her father. We are a family full of love and when I'm not giving my all in my career, I am happiest when spending time with my children. You could say I am driven to succeed at work by trying to provide the best life I possibly can for my family.

Interests

I am very creative by nature which helps me think a little differently

I contribute well in group discussions and i am not afraid to ask questions or give my opinion

I am positive in my approach and inspire and lift others around me

I take criticism well and use it to fuel my personal development

I am constantly pursuing ways to get better in every aspect of my work

Phil GraySuccess Manager