Customer Service Supervisor
The company is a successful national chemical manufacturer and distributor. We pride ourselves on supplying only the highest quality products delivered on-time.
The company is seeking a Customer Service Supervisor to support and oversee core functions related to customer service, order processing, forecasting, and logistics. This position supervises Sales Office personnel and interacts regularly with cross-functional teams including sales, management, and finance / accounting.
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage Sales Office personnel (monitoring, coaching, training, etc.)
- Ensure excellent customer care service to the customer before, during, and after the sale
- Act as point of contact for clients and direct inquiries to the proper party
- Collaborate with GM to remain up-to-date on any customer issue (payment delays, claims, etc.) and on special requests from customers
- Inform customers and salesforce on order delivery issues or delays in a timely manner
- Manage claims related to delivery issues and related credit requests to the carrier
- Ensure correct recording of customer data and commercial information
- Ensure all customer status checks or reminders are forwarded to the customer as requested
Order Management :
Ensure timely management of all sales order processesCheck customer solvency together with other involved offices, following up on customers that have a high financial risk or are under financial litigation (e.g., overdue balances, blocked invoices)Ensure organization and management of all documentation needed for order fulfillmentEnsure the correct and timely acceptance, control, and execution of orders, ensuring compliance with all relevant procedural schedules and company policies (price, delivery terms and conditions, etc.)Forecasting & Reporting :
Support General Manager in defining accurate sales and inventory forecasts / reportsEnsure correct management and updating of reports and statisticsManage Sales Office document archives and ensure its proper daily operationLogistics Coordination :
Monitor proper stock level management and replenishment organized by the Logistics OfficeManage incoming materials, controls, and order fulfillment, ensuring compliance with all applicable procedures and company policiesManage goods document control for any movement of goods from Italy and from warehouses, according to existing proceduresManage and optimize, together with the warehouse responsible, all transportation and deliveries to customers, including returns to ItalyManage periodical physical inventory in a high SKU environment, in coordination with warehouse personnelRequirements :
Have 3+ years of experience in customer service, order management, or sales operations, with a background in distribution or high-SKU environments preferredHold a bachelor's degree or have comparable work experienceProven supervisory or leadership experience in managing or coaching a teamStrong order management experience in B2B environments, with a focus on customer service and order fulfillmentFamiliarity with inventory coordination and logistics processes, including stock levels, transportation, and goods documentationStrong analytical skills with experience in forecasting and reportingHave a strong customer focus and be passionate about assisting customersHave outstanding multi-tasking, problem solving, and decision making skills with the ability to complete difficult assignments independently in a fast paced, deadline driven environmentPossess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and external partnersHave computer proficiency, preferably in Microsoft Office programs, CRM, and ERP.