POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Customer Service Manager (CSM)
Overview
• This position is responsible for overseeing all operational functions at the site
including customer service, production, maintenance, transportation and safety.
Duties
• Deploy and monitor sales/service resources to ensure superior customer service
throughout all product areas
• Ensure a smooth and effective site production process including the loading and
shipping of material, receiving and unloading of material, superior product
maintenance, and implementation of site merchandising
• Direct and monitor inventory control processes (cycle counts) to meet inventory
turn goals and minimize scrappage and waste
• Oversee all transportation activities including scheduling and maintenance of
vehicles, and site maintenance. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations
and policies
• Contribute as a key member of the site management team on issues of improved
customer service and cost control
• Evaluate customer satisfaction and manage a process of continuous improvement
in site customer service
• Coordinate service process to enhance availability inquiries, price quotes, bids
and special orders
• Ensure the proper availability to technical support for customer inquiries
Requires
• BS degree in Horticulture or related field, and in depth knowledge of the
horticulture industry and products
• Minimum 3-5 years specific experience in managing production, maintenance and
service resources in an operational environment
• Strong customer service processes evaluation and process improvement skills
• Excellent organizational ability, a high degree of initiative, excellent
communication skills and a team orientation
• Ability to provide input for cost analysis, planning and budgeting
• Experience in hiring, developing, training and motivating a team
• Demonstrated commitment to superior customer service and high quality
standards