Customer Support Specialist, Email, Chat & Ticket Support for E-commerce & Shopify Brands, Saas, and online businesses. Are customer emails, order tracking requests, shipping questions, returns, refunds, Customers enquiries and customer complaints taking too much time from your team and making you lose focus on growing your business?
I provide Customer Support for e-commerce and other online platforms, handling Email Support, Online Chat Support, Customer Inquiries, Order Tracking, Returns and Refunds, and Customer Issue Resolution. As a Customer Support Specialist, I help e-commerce brands keep customer communication organized, respond promptly, and resolve issues correctly instead of simply sending scripted replies.
I also help e-commerce businesses, Saas companies, startups, online platforms, marketplace, subscription businesses and service-based companies, that need reliable day-to-day and professional customer support through email, live chat, ticket, customer inquiries, order and account issues, billing, refunds, troubleshooting and follow-ups on customer conversations. I focus on understanding what the customer is actually asking and moving the issue toward the right resolution for positive customer experience.
My focus is on businesses that need someone who can work within their systems, policies, templates, and SOPs while still using judgment when a customer situation requires more than a standard response.
My Core Services
EMAIL & CUSTOMER INQUIRY SUPPORT
I respond to customer emails and messages professionally, accurately, and with the right tone for the situation.
➜Respond to customer inquiries and resolve concerns related to products and service
➜Handle product-feature, functionality and benefits-related questions
➜Provide clear accurate, and helpful information about products and services
➜Respond to customers inquiries about shipping , delivery and order status.
➜Manage multiple customer conversations efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
ORDER TRACKING & CUSTOMER UPDATES
➜I help customers get clear information about their orders and next steps while keeping communication organized.
➜Provide timely order status update and keep customers informed throughout the delivery process
➜Handle customer inquiries about shipment, tracking and delivery updates
Order processing support.
➜Follow up on missing, delayed, or incorrect orders and coordinate timely resolutions.
CUSTOMER ISSUE RESOLUTION
I do not treat customer support as simply answering an email.
When a customer has multiple concerns or is frustrated, I identify the issue, understand the context, provide the appropriate response, and look for a solution rather than simply forwarding the problem.
I can help with:
➜Customer complaints
➜Difficult customer situations
➜Frustrated or concerned customers
➜Escalation of unusual or complex issues
➜Following up on unresolved cases
➜Coordinating with relevant teams
➜Keeping customers informed until the appropriate resolution
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE & CASE OWNERSHIP
Every customer interaction can affect customer satisfaction, retention, reviews, disputes, and brand reputation.
My approach is to:
➜Read customer messages carefully
➜Understand what the customer is actually asking
➜Adjust communication based on tone and context
➜Follow SOPs, templates, and policies accurately
➜Use sound judgment within established guidelines
➜Escalate when necessary
➜Keep accurate records of customer interactions
➜Identify recurring customer issues and patterns
TOOLS & PLATFORMS
➜ Shopify ➜Zendesk ➜Freshdesk ➜HubSpot ➜Intercom ➜Email support platforms ➜Live chat platforms ➜WhatsApp chat ➜Google Sheets ➜Google Docs ➜Google Drive ➜ Google Workspace
➜Social media messaging
Why Clients Work With Me
➜Faster responses to customer inquiries
➜More organized customer communication
➜Accurate order and customer information
➜Consistent follow-up on unresolved issues
➜Professional handling of complaints
➜Clearer customer updates
➜Better customer satisfaction and positive experiences
➜Less time spent by founders and teams managing the support inbox
I have hands-on experience handling customer inquiries, responding to product and service questions, managing and updating customer information, following up on issues, handling mispacked product and exchange cases, and working with different teams to resolve customer problems.
I am available for ongoing E-commerce Customer Support, Shopify Customer Support, Email Support, Online Chat Support, Order Tracking, and long-term helpdesk support.
If you're looking for a Customer Support Specialist who can follow your systems, communicate clearly, handle customer issues with care, and take ownership from customer contact through follow-up, send me a MESSAGE or INVITE me to your job post.
Shopify
Customer Support
Customer Service
Email Support
Email Communication
Live Chat Software
Ticketing System
Ecommerce Support
Order Management
Customer Experience
CRM Software
Technical Support
Problem Resolution
Refund Processing
Data Entry
Customer Relationship Management
Google Sheets
Communications
Idowu O.
Yaba, Nigeria
$6/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I'm an E-commerce Customer Support Specialist and Virtual Assistant with 4+ years of experience helping fashion, jewelry, and footwear brands deliver fast, accurate, and friendly customer service across live chat, email, and social media. I help online store owners protect their brand reputation, boost customer satisfaction, and turn support into a retention tool.
Services I provide:
• Live Chat and Email Support
• Multichannel Customer Support (chat, email, Instagram/Facebook DMs, WhatsApp, Skype)
• Shopify Order Management — orders, tracking, refunds, exchanges, reshipments, cancellations, product inquiries
• Customer Support Ticket Management using Gorgias, Zendesk, Freshdesk, and Intercom
• GoHighLevel CRM setup, inbox management, and automation
• HubSpot CRM and customer data management
• Customer Retention & Escalation Management
• Order Tracking & Shipping Updates
• Virtual Assistant support — inbox management, documentation, follow-ups
• High-volume ticket handling with fast response times
• AI-assisted workflows (ChatGPT) for efficient, personalized responses
Tools & Platforms: Shopify | Gorgias | HubSpot | Zendesk | Freshdesk | Intercom | GoHighLevel | Slack | Notion | WhatsApp Business | Skype | Instagram DM management
I don't just close tickets , I own the customer's problem until it's resolved. That means troubleshooting issues, escalating complex cases when needed, and communicating with empathy and professionalism that builds long-term customer trust for your brand.
Before customer support, I worked in primary school leadership which sharpened the patience, clear communication, and conflict-resolution skills I now use daily to de-escalate difficult conversations and turn frustrated customers into loyal ones.
If you need a dependable Customer Support Specialist or Virtual Assistant who can manage live chat, email, and WhatsApp support, Shopify orders, and CRM systems while representing your brand with care, let's talk.
Online Chat Support
Customer Support
Customer Service
Email Support
Customer Satisfaction
Communication Etiquette
Order Tracking
Email Communication
Shopify
Gorgias
HubSpot
Intercom
Freshdesk
Administrative Support
Data Entry
Ecommerce Support
English
Sandra M.
Kano, Nigeria
$10/hr
4.9
11 jobs
Customer support expert, email, phone & chat support specialize in helping SaaS startups, e-commerce brands, and service-based businesses deliver exceptional Customer Support through responsive communication, CRM Management, Customer Onboarding, and Sales Support that improve customer satisfaction, strengthen customer retention, and keep operations running efficiently.y.
If you're looking for someone who can respond quickly to customer inquiries, resolve issues professionally, manage customer communication, maintain your CRM, and support your sales team behind the scenes, I'm here to help.
I'm a proactive Customer Support Specialist With 7+ years of experience in customer support, sales support, client communication, CRM management, and administrative operations, I help growing businesses deliver responsive, human centered support while ensuring no customer or opportunity falls through the cracks.
I provide more than just ticket resolution and I become an extension of your team. I help customers succeed with your product or service by building strong relationships, resolving issues with empathy, and delivering clear, professional communication that drives customer satisfaction, retention, and long-term loyalty.
Results I've Delivered
▸Resolved 200+ customer support tickets across email and live chat, delivering timely and empathetic resolutions.
▸Sent 1,000+ customer emails for follow-ups, onboarding, issue resolution, and account support.
▸Conducted product demonstrations, answered customer questions, and supported prospects throughout the buying journey.
▸Supported customer onboarding, order assistance, billing inquiries, and complaint resolution to improve the customer experience.
▸Maintained accurate CRM records, managed customer follow-ups, and documented account activities to keep operations organized.
▸Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve escalations, strengthen customer relationships, and contribute to higher customer satisfaction and retention.
MY CORE SERVICES:
➜Customer Support
I provide responsive email and live chat support, resolve customer inquiries and complaints, assist with orders and billing, onboard new customers, and build lasting relationships that improve customer satisfaction and retention.
➜Customer Onboarding & Adoption
I help new customers become confident users from day one by delivering seamless onboarding, guiding product walkthroughs, assisting with account setup, providing user education, conducting welcome and follow-up communications, and supporting product adoption.
➜Customer Operations & CRM Management
I keep customer records accurate and organized by managing CRM systems, maintaining customer and contact records, tracking pipeline activities, logging customer interactions, coordinating follow-ups, and documenting key information to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
➜Customer Communication & Relationship Management
I communicate professionally across every customer touchpoint by providing email, live chat, and SMS support, managing customer follow-ups, coordinating with internal teams, handling escalations, and supporting customer relationships that create positive experiences.
➜Sales Support
I help sales teams stay organized and focused by managing CRM records, following up with warm leads, coordinating customer onboarding, supporting renewals and upsell opportunities, preparing customer information, and ensuring every interaction is documented and followed through.
TOOLS & PLATFORMS:
Intercom | Zendesk | Freshdesk | HubSpot | GoHighLevel | Claude | Discord | Google Workspace Google Sheets | ChatGPT | Zoho CRM | Asana | Trello | Zoom | GoHighLeve l Slack l Shopify
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
✔ Fast response times
✔ Professional customer communication
✔ Organized CRM management
✔ Accurate documentation
✔ Responsive email and live chat support
✔ Seamless customer onboarding
✔ Reliable sales support
✔ Strong attention to detail
✔ A customer first approach
If you're looking for a reliable Customer Support & Sales Support Specialist who can provide exceptional customer service, maintain organized customer operations, and support your team with professionalism and attention to detail, send me a message I'd love to discuss how I can support your business.
Click the “Invite to Job” button or send me a quick message.
I respond immediately.
Online Chat Support
Customer Support
Customer Service
Email Support
Order Processing
Phone Support
Ticketing System
Product Knowledge
Communications
Live Chat Software
Vendor Management
Zendesk
Intercom
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Relationship Management
HubSpot
Customer Onboarding
Administrative Support
Google Workspace
Virtual Assistance
Ifeoma C.
Ikorodu, Nigeria
$4/hr
5.0
3 jobs
Are customer tickets piling up? Customers waiting too long for responses? Need a Customer Support Specialist who can manage Zendesk tickets, live chat conversations, email support, and customer inquiries without sacrificing quality?
I help SaaS, fintech, eCommerce, and tech companies deliver fast, professional customer support through Zendesk, live chat, email support, and helpdesk systems while maintaining excellent customer experiences.
I recently supported customers for a fintech company, handling 200+ customer support tickets daily through Zendesk while maintaining SLA compliance, escalating complex cases, assisting with account verification, and resolving customer concerns efficiently.
My focus is simple: faster response times, organized ticket management, accurate issue resolution, and happier customers.
My Core Services as a Customer Support Specialist:
Customer Support Specialist & 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁
Respond promptly to customer inquiries through live chat, email, and ticketing systems while maintaining a professional and customer-first experience.
𝗭𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗸 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
Managed and resolved 200+ customer support tickets daily using Zendesk while meeting response time and service quality standards.
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 & 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁
Assist customers with account concerns, transaction-related inquiries, payment issues, wallet support, account verification, and issue investigation.
𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁
Write clear, professional, and empathetic responses that resolve issues quickly and reduce repeat contacts.
𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Investigate issues, gather relevant information, collaborate with internal teams, and ensure customers receive timely updates and resolutions.
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
Support online communities, answer member questions, manage inquiries, and help maintain positive customer relationships.
𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 & 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀
• Zendesk
• Freshdesk
• Intercom
• HubSpot
• Gorgias
• Odoo Helpdesk
• Slack
• Trello
• Google Workspace
• Excel
• Calendly
• Loom
• ChatGPT
• Claude
• Gemini
Why work with me:
Specialist
🔹200+ customer tickets handled daily in Zendesk
🔹Strong experience with customer inquiries, issue resolution, and escalation workflows
🔹Excellent written and verbal communication
🔹Organized, detail-oriented, and responsive
🔹Comfortable in high-volume customer support environments
🔹Experienced working remotely with teams
🔹I am available for both short-term projects and long-term customer support roles
Let’s discuss how I can support your team and help your business succeed.
✅ Click the ‘HIRE BUTTON’, and let’s turn your ideas into powerful results.
✅ Or click the ‘INVITE BUTTON’, and let’s create outcomes you’ll love.
✅ Or send me a MESSAGE today, and let’s get started
Online Chat Support
Customer Support
Customer Service
Zendesk
Email Support
Customer Relationship Management
Community Management
Virtual Assistance
Phone Support
HubSpot
Intercom
Freshdesk
Communications
Customer Care
Email Communication
Phone Communication
Data Entry
Customer Retention
Administrative Support
Scheduling
Glory N.
Abuja, Nigeria
$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Are slow response times, unanswered customer messages, repeated complaints, order issues, and refund requests taking too much of your time or costing you potential sales?
You need a customer service VA who doesn't just answer tickets but understands how customer support can affect your sales, retention, reviews, and overall customer experience.
I’m an E-commerce Customer Service VA specializing in Shopify, Email Support, Live Chat, Order Management, Returns & Refunds, and Customer Issue Resolution.
My focus is on helping e-commerce businesses respond faster, resolve issues efficiently, reduce customer frustration, and turn more customer interactions into positive experiences.
In my previous customer support work, I handled email, live chat, and customer enquiries
helping reduce response times from 24 hours to under 2 hours while contributing to a 95% improvement in customer retention.
Here's how I can help improve your customer support:
Email Support.
Manage your business inbox, respond to customer questions and complaints, organize conversations, and ensure customers aren't left waiting for answers.
Live Chat Support
Handle multiple conversations efficiently, answer product and order questions, resolve concerns in real time, and help customers move confidently through the buying process.
Shopify Order Support
Check orders, fulfillment status, customer details, and delivery information so customers get accurate answers instead of generic responses.
Returns, Refunds & Exchanges
Handle return and refund requests professionally, follow your store policies, reduce unnecessary back-and forth, and make the process easier for both your customers and your team.
Customer Complaints & Issue Resolution
Identify the actual problem behind a complaint, provide the appropriate solution, and escalate complex issues when necessary helping protect customer relationships and your brand reputation.
Order Tracking & Delivery Support
Keep customers informed about their orders, investigate delivery concerns, and follow up on delayed or unresolved cases.
Customer Retention Support
Every customer interaction is an opportunity to build trust. I focus on providing helpful, professional support that can turn a frustrated customer into a satisfied and returning customer.
The results I'm focused on
Faster response times
Unresolved customer complaints
Unnecessary refund requests
Customer frustration
Customer satisfaction
Customer retention
Buying confidence
Repeat customer opportunities
I understand that hiring a customer service VA is an investment. You shouldn't have to constantly monitor your inbox, chase unresolved tickets, answer repetitive questions, or worry about customers being ignored.
My job is to help you reduce that workload while making sure your customers receive the kind of support that keeps them coming back. I'm proficient with tools like Zendesk, Freshdesk, Gorgia, Slack, Google workspace, Outlook, HubSpot, Gmail Notion.
If you're looking for a customer service VA who cares about both the customer experience and the numbers behind it let's talk.
Online Chat Support
Customer Service
Customer Support
Microsoft Office
General Office Skills
Customer Engagement
Customer Retention
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Experience
Customer Onboarding
Customer Service Chatbot
Customer Relationship Management
Customer Experience Management Software
Customer Feedback Documentation
Chinenye O.
Ibadan, Nigeria
$6/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Great customer support is the backbone of any successful business. When your customers feel heard, helped, and valued, they stay longer, spend more, and recommend you to others. That’s where I come in.
I’m Chinenye , a reliable Customer Support Specialist and Virtual Assistant focused on helping businesses deliver fast, professional, and human-centered support. I work with entrepreneurs, startups, and growing teams to manage customer communication, resolve issues efficiently, and keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes.
What I Can Do for You
I handle customer interactions across multiple channels, ensuring every message gets a timely and thoughtful response. Whether it’s a simple inquiry or a complex complaint, I approach each situation with empathy and a clear goal: solve the problem and leave the customer satisfied.
* Respond to email, live chat, and phone inquiries
* Resolve complaints and manage escalations professionally
* Handle support tickets and maintain organized workflows
* Update and manage customer data in CRM systems
Beyond support, I also assist with daily administrative tasks that keep your business organized and efficient:
* Inbox and calendar management (keeping things structured and on schedule)
* Lead follow-up and cold calling support
* Data entry, online research, and file organization
* Order tracking and light operational support
Tools I Use to Deliver Results
To work efficiently and stay organized, I use trusted tools that help streamline communication and task management:
* CRMs: HubSpot, Zoho
* Support Platforms: Zendesk, Gorgias, Intercom, Freshdesk
* Scheduling: Google Calendar, Calendly, Outlook
* Productivity: Slack, Notion, Trello, ClickUp
* Email Systems: Gmail, Outlook
Using these tools means faster response times, better tracking, and fewer things slipping through the cracks.
Why This Matters for Your Business
Think of your customer support like the front desk of a hotel. If guests are welcomed warmly and helped quickly, they enjoy their stay. If not, they leave and don’t come back. I help you create that positive experience consistently.
Why Clients Choose Me
I bring a calm, solution-focused approach to every task. I’m organized, responsive, and committed to making your workload lighter while improving your customer experience.
If you need someone who can step in, take ownership, and keep your customers happy while you focus on growth, I’m ready to help.
Let’s work together, send me a message and let’s discuss how I can support your business.
Online Chat Support
Customer Support
Email Support
Helpdesk
Ecommerce Support
Intercom
Order Management
CRM Software
HubSpot
Zendesk
Zoho CRM
Gorgias
Ticketing System
Data Entry
Virtual Assistance
Administrative Support
Calendar Management
Online Research
Lead Generation
Google Workspace
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