Vice President, Customer Experience Operations

Vice President, Customer Experience Operations

The Vice President, Customer Experience Operations, will provide executive leadership and strategic direction for both customer experience and operations. Reporting directly to the Senior Executive Vice President of Operations, this role is key in shaping the company’s customer-first approach while overseeing operational efficiency. The VP will combine the management of customer-focused initiatives with operational oversight to drive organizational success, ensuring both customer satisfaction and business performance are optimized. This role demands an innovative leader who can align customer and operational strategies with long-term company goals, foster a culture of excellence, and collaborate across teams to deliver results that exceed expectations. The VP will lead the transformation of customer experience and operations, elevate the customer experience, and identify new opportunities for growth while optimizing resource management and profitability.

Essential Job Functions:

Strategic Leadership:

• Lead the transformation of customer experience and operations strategies that align with long-term company goals, ensuring growth, profitability, and customer loyalty.
• Lead business development efforts and implement innovative practices to enhance market position.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, city leaders, and customers, to foster strategic growth.

Operational Oversight:

• Lead the oversight and alignment of operational activities with customer experience objectives to ensure a seamless, customer-first approach across all divisions.
• Support divisional efforts to enhance customer satisfaction through streamlined processes, service delivery improvements, and proactive issue resolution.
• Implement systems and practices that directly improve customer experience outcomes while maintaining operational efficiency and meeting performance metrics.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational strategies prioritize customer needs and drive loyalty.

Team Management:

• Lead divisional and customer experience teams by fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Recruit, hire, and develop top talent, emphasizing leadership development and succession planning.
• Provide performance management and coaching to drive team success.

Financial Performance:

• Take ownership of financial outcomes, including revenue generation, cost management, and profitability.
• Analyze financial data to implement strategies for optimized performance across all operational areas.

Innovation and Technology:

• Identify and implement technological advancements to enhance customer experience, operational efficiency, and retention.
• Champion the adoption of innovative solutions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead the transformation of operational systems and processes through technological advancements.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, laws, and internal policies, maintaining ethical conduct and governance.
• Mitigate risks through proactive management of operations and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Communication and Reporting:

• Deliver impactful presentations and regular reports to the Senior Executive Vice President of Operations, senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and stakeholders.
• Effectively communicate strategy, progress, and results to drive informed decision-making.

Market and Customer Insights:

• Monitor market trends and competition to identify opportunities for growth and areas for improvement.
• Develop systems to record, assess, and analyze customer feedback and operational metrics to inform strategic initiatives.

Leadership and Values:

• Lead with a customer-centric mindset, promoting an organizational culture that values exceptional customer service, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Inspire teams by fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment where each individual’s contribution is recognized.
• Encourage transparency, accountability, and open communication to support the success of the organization and its stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years of leadership experience in operations, customer service, or call center management, with a proven track record of success in senior leadership roles, focusing on P&L management and financial performance optimization.
• Strong financial acumen, including financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate high-level goals into actionable plans and initiatives.
• Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and achieve financial and operational goals.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a track record of developing and motivating high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and driving results under pressure.
• Knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and relevant industry trends.

Preferred:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Background in Lean management and Six Sigma.
• Previous experience in the waste-recycling or transportation industries.