Customer Service Manager

Job TitleSysco 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.Job DescriptionResponsibilities include providing day-to-day leadership direction to Customer Support staff, delegating work and coordinating activities of staff members and teams, monitoring Customer Support call center performance against stated service agreements, processing feedback and complaints, driving 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, performing daily Customer Support call center staff responsibilities and other management responsibilities (as necessary), executing daily Customer Support objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, leading and coaching, developing, and disciplining Customer Support staff, administering scheduling systems and time management processes, communicating job expectations, organizing, monitoring, appraising and reviewing job evaluations, planning and reviewing compensation actions, enforcing policies and procedures.QualificationsEducation: 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.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.