Head of Customer Service

Wakefield Permanent £50,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
The Head of Customer Service role will manage a multi site, multi team operation spanning Customer Service, Order Management, Inbound Supply and distribution across the business. The role will also focus on the implementation of new EDI & CRM Systems
  • Head of Customer Service
  • Manufacturing / FMCG / Supply Chain

About Our Client

Our Client is a market-leading manufacturing and FMCG organisation with a nationwide footprint, supplying thousands of customers through a complex multi-site production, warehousing and distribution network. Their success is built on operational excellence, customer focus and a commitment to delivering outstanding service across every stage of the supply chain.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute the customer service strategy across a multi-site operation.
  • Lead, coach and develop customer service leadership teams and front-line colleagues.
  • Drive service excellence through the optimisation of processes, systems and customer journeys.
  • Own customer service KPIs including OTIF, order accuracy, response times, complaint resolution and customer satisfaction.
  • Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Production, Logistics and Commercial teams to improve end-to-end service delivery.
  • Identify opportunities to simplify processes, increase efficiency and reduce cost-to-serve.
  • Use data and customer insight to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Manage customer escalations and major service incidents, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement.
  • Lead customer service transformation projects, including technology and CRM enhancements.
  • Support key customer relationships and contribute to customer retention and growth strategies.
  • Ensure robust governance, compliance and service standards are maintained across all locations

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Customer Service should have:

  • Experience within a similar Manufacturing, FMCG, Supply Chain or e-commerce led function
  • Mulit-team management - desirable
  • Multi-site management - desirable
  • Experience working with and/or implementing new EDI / CRM Systems
  • Strong people leadership skills

What's on Offer

  • Base Salary between £50,000 and £60000, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Car Allowance
  • Permanent position based in Wakefield / Dewsbury - straight off the M62
  • Opportunity to lead and shape a customer service team in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
  • Generous wider benefits including holiday allowance, private pension and much more



Contact
Zach Johnson
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7115645
Phone number
+44 113 243 7708

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
Customer Services
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Where
Wakefield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zach Johnson
Consultant phone
+44 113 243 7708
Job reference
JN-092026-7115645