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Juan Antonio Pliego Montero

Juan Antonio Pliego Montero

Customer Experience & Operations Director | LATAM Service
MEXICO

Summary

Enthusiastic and results-driven Customer Experience & Project Manager with a proven track record of driving service excellence and operational transformation. Skilled in leading cross-functional global teams and optimizing operational processes to enhance customer journey and satisfaction. Certified in strategic thinking, with a passion for quality and customer success. Proven ability to deliver end-to-end projects and implement innovative solutions to create new revenues. Excited about the opportunity to bring expertise in project management and customer engagement to your team.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Customer Experience Manager – Corporate Accounts

FCM Travel
05.2025 - Current
  • Established cross-functional teams for improved communication between departments and better customer experiences.
  • Streamlined internal processes for more efficient issue resolution, reducing overall case volume while maintaining high-quality service levels.
  • Reduced response time to customer inquiries by optimizing support channels.
  • Design and execute customer success plans based on data analytics to improve satisfaction and operational efficiency.
  • Manage key stakeholder relationships to align client needs with the platform's technological capabilities.

Head of Operations

Fiserv
03.2022 - 11.2024
  • Responsible for transforming the customer experience for Merchant Services, leading all servicing areas: Installations, Maintenance, Tech Support (L1 & L2), and Sales Operations.
  • Key Achievement: Increased First Pass Success NPS from 40% to 70%.
  • Key Achievement: Led projects that achieved $500,000 in operational efficiency savings.
  • Refreshed customer experience resulting in 23% faster processes.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company goals, fostering collaboration and communication.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies, mitigating potential risks.

Customer Success Manager

Wansoft
02.2020 - 02.2022

As Manager of services and operations at Wansoft, I oversee 24/7 support, customer service, and back-office departments. My main goal is to improve the customer experience by optimizing operations and service delivery. I lead strategic initiatives and promote teamwork to enhance processes and standards, ensuring Wansoft maintains its reputation for excellent customer service.

  • Managed the acquisition and procurement of contact and operation information for 3,000 companies
  • Established successful business operation within 6 months
  • Managed daily operation of the store by handling administrative tasks and renting up to 20 storage units weekly
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and providing tailored solutions.

Director of Operations Transformation

Nodox
04.2018 - 09.2019

As Director of Customer Experience Transformation, I lead initiatives to elevate client satisfaction and drive business outcomes. Responsibilities include strategic planning, project management of tailored solutions, stakeholder engagement, solution implementation, performance analysis, change management, and thought leadership. My focus is on delivering tangible results through innovative approaches and a deep understanding of customer behavior. •

  • Implementation of multiple initiatives to support companies to increase their profitability and Customer Experience
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.

Project Manager — CX, Call Center & New Business D

American Express, AMEX
03.2003 - 07.2012

• 15+ year progressive career: Workforce Planning Specialist → Project Manager → New Business Development Lead.

• Global President's Award 2012 (NYC): launched first digital insurance acquisition model (Payback Insurance).

• Pan-regional LATAM call center migration: established AMEX's first consolidated regional operation.

• Redesigned entire American Express IVR architecture, optimizing customer routing and self-service experience.

• 60+ voice system implementations (IVR, routing, call recording) for Consumer and Corporate card products.

• Workforce Planning for 300-agent, 15,000-calls/day operation — all SLA targets consistently met.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Universidad Del Valle De Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico
05.2001 -

Skills

Customer journey mapping

AI Tools for Operations & CX

Claude (Anthropic) — strategy, prompting, workflow automation

ChatGPT — content generation and analysis

Microsoft Copilot — productivity and documentation

Engagement strategy development

Data analytics

Voice of customer analysis

Procedure writing

Customer feedback management

Problem-solving abilities

Continuous improvement

Project management

Market trends analysis

Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Launched a digital acquisition model for Payback Insurance and was honored with the President's Award in 2012 for exceptional performance @American Express
  • NPS 40% to 70% in 12 months @Fiserv
  • Strategically redesigned the entire IVR{s (Interactive Voice Response) architecture, optimizing customer routing and enhancing the self-service experience @American Express
  • Led the large-scale cross-border migration of LATAM Authorization services, establishing the first strategic vendor partnership in Argentina @ American Express

Software

IA Gemini, Claude, Chat Gpt

Microsoft

Avaya

Genesys

Salesforce

Certification

Strategic Thinking

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Hobbies & Personal achivement -Running

Running & Personal Achievements
  • Long-Distance Runner: Dedicated runner for 8 years, using the sport as a foundation for health and disciplined goal-setting.
  • Major Milestones: Successfully completed 4 full marathons, including the Chicago Marathon (a World Major), along with multiple half-marathons.
  • Personal Transformation: Achieved a significant life goal by transitioning from obesity to long-distance endurance, demonstrating the persistence and mental grit required to reach ambitious targets.
  • Resilience & Discipline: I apply the same marathon mindset to my professional life—staying focused on long-term objectives and consistently delivering results through dedication and preparation.

Quote

I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions
Stephen Covey

Timeline

Customer Experience Manager – Corporate Accounts

FCM Travel
05.2025 - Current

Strategic Thinking

01-2024

Scrum Master Professional Certificate

11-2023

Head of Operations

Fiserv
03.2022 - 11.2024

Customer Success Manager

Wansoft
02.2020 - 02.2022

Director of Operations Transformation

Nodox
04.2018 - 09.2019

Customer Journey

04-2017

Project Manager — CX, Call Center & New Business D

American Express, AMEX
03.2003 - 07.2012

Workforce Planning by CCE Canada

05-2002

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Universidad Del Valle De Mexico
05.2001 -
Juan Antonio Pliego MonteroCustomer Experience & Operations Director | LATAM Service