Customer Service Manager

## Customer Service Manager Bewerbenremote type:
Vor Ortlocations:
Morton Grove, Illinois time type:
Full time posted on:
Heute ausgeschriebenjob requisition :
R49625

Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und
-herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.
** The Role
** We're looking for a strategic, people-focused Customer Service Manager to lead our Customer Service and Application Engineering teams. In this highly visible leadership role, you'll shape the customer experience, develop high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement across our service operations.

If you're passionate about building strong customer relationships, coaching talented employees, and using data to improve business performance, we'd love to hear from you.
** What You'll Do:
**** Leadership & Team Development
*** Lead, coach, and develop Customer Service and Application Engineering teams.
* Establish clear performance expectations, KPIs, and development plans.
* Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain top talent.
* Foster an engaged, collaborative, and customer-first culture.
** Customer Experience
*** Serve as the escalation point for complex customer issues and ensure timely resolution.
* Build lasting customer relationships by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional service.
* Monitor customer feedback and implement initiatives that improve satisfaction and loyalty.
* Champion the voice of the customer throughout the organization.
** Operational Excellence
*** Evaluate current service processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
* Lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives that enhance both the customer and employee experience.
* Measure and analyze key performance metrics to drive informed business decisions.
* Implement best practices that support scalability and operational excellence.
** Cross-Functional Collaboration
*** Partner with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and other departments to deliver a seamless customer experience.
* Communicate customer insights that influence business decisions and product improvements.
* Support customer retention initiatives and continuous business growth.
** Reporting & Business Analysis
*** Develop and present customer service performance reports and actionable insights to leadership.
* Leverage CRM and customer service platforms to monitor trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Manage departmental budgets and identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining service excellence.
** Quality & Compliance
*** Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and industry requirements.
* Conduct quality reviews and implement training and coaching based on findings.
* Promote continuous learning by incorporating industry best practices into team development.
** What You’ll Bring:
*** Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
* 5 or more years of progressive customer service leadership experience.
* At least 2 years of people management experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
* Experience improving customer service processes and driving operational excellence.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations.
* Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or similar customer management systems.
* Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
* Strong project management and organizational abilities with experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Certified Customer Service Manager (CCSM) or similar professional certification.
* Experience leading technical customer support or application engineering teams.
* Experience managing departmental budgets and resource…