DEPARTMENT: Sales
REPORTS TO: Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing
JOB TYPE: Full Time
HOURS: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
FUNCTIONAL SUMMARY:
Reporting directly to the EVP Sales and Marketing, the Customer Service Manager is responsible for leading and managing the customer service team to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. This role involves overseeing all customer service operations, developing and implementing customer service policies, and working closely with other departments to ensure customer needs are met efficiently and effectively. The incumbent should be adept at analyzing data using Excel and other similar tools and have a high-degree of creativity and experience with social media platforms.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership and Management:
- Supervise and mentor a team of customer service representatives.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching and development opportunities. • Handle escalated customer issues and provide resolution.
Customer Service Operations:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the customer service department.
- Set-up and maintain all customer accounts and related databases and ensure all information, including, but not limited to, customer “Bill To”, “Ship To”, credit and contact information, as well as product specifications, pricing, allowances, incentives, commissions, cash and freight terms is accurate.
- Work with peers to ensure all customer requests for pricing (i.e. RFP), information (i.e. RFI) and/or samples are fulfilled timely and accurately by the Customer Service team
- Enter, track and revise orders, as necessary and appropriate, to comply with customer requests and/or ensure customer compliance with previously agreed terms and conditions of sale. • Ensure that customer inquiries and complaints are handled promptly and effectively. • Develop and implement customer service policies, procedures, and standards.
- Quickly acquire robust knowledge of product, process, and customer success metrics. • Identify and drive activities to improve customer centricity, experience, satisfaction, and loyalty. • Actively engage in problem-solving opportunities, particularly when there is a risk to customer satisfaction, and influence a solution that will provide a positive customer experience.
Communication and Coordination:
- Act as a liaison between customers and various departments within the company. • Coordinate with operations, sales, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and quality of service.
- Communicate effectively with customers to provide information and resolve issues.
Training and Development:
- Develop and deliver training programs for customer service staff.
- Ensure that the team is knowledgeable about company products, services, and policies.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare regular reports on customer service performance and key metrics.
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
Continuous Improvement:
- Regularly audit, evaluate and revise all processes and procedures, customer service data and metrics as necessary and appropriate, to identify trends, areas of improvement, incorporate “best practices”
- Implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in customer service.
- Take on Special Projects as assigned by management
- Performs other related duties
COMPETENCIES:
- Influence and Self Awareness: Understands strengths and limitations of how this influences performance.
- Build Relationships: Establishes strong working partnerships with individuals, teams and others to create opportunities and develop the organization.
- Leads Others: Models values of passion, accountability, creativity, effectiveness and resilience (P.A.C.E.R.) to build a positive workplace culture.
- Focus on Results: Promotes vision linked to organizational objectives with a strong results orientation for accountability for self and department, continuous improvement and system and resource management.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s in business, Administration or related field
- 10-12 years of work experience demonstrating steady personal and professional growth in fast paced, high volume Customer Service or similar customer facing positions, including at least four (4) years in management. 3PL logistics experience preferred but not required.
- Strong management, leadership, organizational and administrative skills, able to multi-task and stay cool under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills and ability to relate to internal and external customers and clients, alike, at all levels
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, CRM software and marketing tools/software • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Detail-oriented and persuasive
SKILLS:
- Accuracy – Ensures data presented is free from error.
- Achievement Orientation – Drive to meet or exceed a standard of excellence.
- Attention to Detail – Driven by concern for order, quality and accuracy.
- Conceptual Thinking – Applies conceptual reasoning to come up with creative ideas.
- Developing Others – Encourages professional and personal growth.
- Planning and Organizing – Plans, coordinates and prioritizes work for self and others.
- Teamwork and Collaboration – Works cooperatively with others to achieve collective goals.
- Technological Mindset – Understands and uses modern technologies.
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WHY JOIN US?
- Opportunity to build a career with a growing company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team hr@reliablelogistics.ca.
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Reliable Logistics is a solutions-based organization designed to help retailers, e-tailers, and consolidators optimize their logistics on a global scale. Predominately focused on e-commerce logistics intra-Canada, inbound Canada, and outbound Canada, Reliable Logistics provides an end-to-end solution including trucking (LTL/FTL), customs, fulfillment, and parcel shipping. We have a proven track record of servicing clients for over 20 years working successfully with enterprises of all sizes including fortune 500 companies. We are growing and looking for someone who is ready to grow with us. Confidence in our people is the basis of our drive and dedication to our customers.
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