Head of Customer Service

Head of Customer Service Manufacturing Industry £55,000 - £70,000 Wakefield Are - 4 days on site Newly created role focused on customer operations leadership, plus process, procedures and systems implementation'sClient Details Our client are an industry leading manufacturing business within their sector and are going through a period of sustained growth. To ensure their service levels meet increased customer demand, they are now looking for a Head of Customer Service to join the business to ensure their internal infrastructure is fit for purpose, and ensures smooth delivery of customer satisfaction Description Lead & manage customer operations functions including Order Processing, CS, Quotations, Aftersales & Distribution Create and implement the customer experience strategy across the business Conduct and in-depth review of process & procedures, identifying opportunities & areas to drive positive change that improve performance across customer satisfaction, efficiency, and lead times Identify opportunities to automate manual processes through the implementation and adoption of new technologies Work closely with manufacturing & production planning to create distribution plans based on customer requirements, lead times and stock availability Manage relationships with 3rd party logistics providers - ensuring service levels are met and reviewing contractual performance Create a customer first culture across both the department and wider business, ensuring each business areas is aware of how they can have a positive impact on customers Take Ownership of escalated customer issues Create, implement and review KPI & SLA within the customer operations Create reports based on customer activity, feedback and market trends, identifying opportunities before presenting to key directors in the business Work collaboratively with senior leaders across the business including Sales, Production, Finance & Supply ChainProfile A successful Head of Customer Service should have: Background within Manufacturing, Distribution or Supply Chain led business (Must) Understanding of order management process Experience implementing new process and procedures Experience implementing new technologies - ERP / Order Management / CRM Ability to motivate and inspire large teams Continuous improvement knowledgeJob Offer Salary between £55,000 and £70,000, dependent on the level of experience. Wider package to be disclosed on application Wakefield based - 4 days on sireIf you're interested in this role, apply now