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Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Customer Service Lead to join their team in Schaumburg, Illinois. This role is pivotal in enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining order-to-cash processes while leading a dedicated team of customer service professionals. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with sales and operations teams to ensure seamless order management, timely responses, and proactive customer engagement.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the coordination of customer orders, delivery schedules, and sales acknowledgments, ensuring smooth transitions to fulfillment and accounting
Establish and enforce response-time standards for customer inquiries, coaching team members to consistently achieve accuracy and efficiency goals
Analyze customer order trends and inventory signals to implement proactive outreach strategies that prevent service interruptions
Partner with the sales team to develop accurate forecasts and contribute actionable insights during Monthly Sales & Inventory meetings
Optimize cycle times for quotes, inventory availability, and delivery accuracy by documenting processes and updating standard operating procedures
Lead, mentor, and develop the customer service team through regular performance reviews, individualized coaching, and cross-training initiatives
Monitor customer feedback and identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance overall service quality
Collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure inventory alignment with customer demands
Manage and resolve escalated customer issues, ensuring a positive resolution and maintaining strong client relationships
Requirements:
Minimum of 7 years of experience in B2B customer service or order management, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
Strong expertise in managing order-to-cash workflows, including quotes, sales orders, fulfillment, and invoicing
Proficiency in NetSuite or similar CRM systems, with the ability to train and guide team members on system usage
Exceptional analytical and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage stakeholders and handle high-pressure situations effectively
Familiarity with demand and supply-chain planning processes, including participation in inventory review meetings
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience with attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
Strong organizational skills with a focus on improving processes and documenting workflows