Customer Service Manager

Employment Type Full time

Compensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Job Profile Summary Responsible for the operation of one or more contact/call center(s), in order to maintain sound relations with the organization's customers. Activities include: • Scheduling, traffic, and dialing analysis and management. • Creation of scripts and accent training to assist call center staff with customer communications and routine business decisions. • Contact center representative training, including general customer relations policies and strategies, as well as training on products/services, sales, and internal call center systems.

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day leadership direction to Customer Support staff including proactive guidance, troubleshooting support, and issue escalation.
• Delegate work and coordinate activities of staff members and teams.
• Monitor Customer Support call center performance against stated service agreements.
• Process feedback and complaints.
• Drive accurate and timely resolution of Customer Support inquiries and processes related to, but not limited to, order entry, order modification, customer billing and payments, pricing, reporting, and the customer portal.
• Perform daily Customer Support call center staff responsibilities and other management responsibilities (as necessary).
• Execute daily Customer Support objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, leading and coaching, developing, and disciplining Customer Support staff.
• Administer scheduling systems and time management processes.
• Communicate job expectations.
• Organize, monitor, appraise and review job evaluations.
• Plan and review compensation actions.
• Enforce policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) or equivalent.
• Associate's degree preferred.

Experience

• 3-5 years' progressive experience in a call center environment, or Associate's degree and at least 2 years' directly related experience in a customer service function.
• Previous experience dealing directly with customers in the foodservice industry preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a customer service function.

Professional Skills

• Excellent and effective interpersonal and communication (oral, written, telephone etiquette and listening) skills.
• Ability to model superior customer focus and empathy.
• Able to use experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Plan and carry out assigned projects, resolve problems within established parameters, coordinate work with others and interpret policies on own initiative.
• Supervise a large staff effectively.
• Research information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions for recommending plans of action.
• Prepare reports and present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to all levels of the organization.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.