WESCO International

Manager - Customer Care

WESCO International$75K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Degree or equivalent required; Associate Degree preferred in Business Administration or related field
  • 5 years of administrative and/or customer support experience
  • Ability to multi-task in a team environment
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and flexibility in approach
  • Ability to manage a virtual team effectively
  • Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Anticipate customer needs proactively
  • Adapt to and communicate necessary changes effectively
  • Knowledge of WESCO's purchasing and inventory systems preferred
  • Experience in Lean/Six Sigma for process improvements preferred
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

  • Interact with internal departments to support customer needs
  • Communicate and manage achievement of organizational goals
  • Ensure compliance with standard procedures and quality systems
  • Oversee timely adherence to audit controls and compliance tools
  • Monitor financial performance and address errors in accounts
  • Maintain strong communication with Sales, Operations, and other departments
  • Select, manage, and develop team members for job functions
  • Review customer complaints and implement corrective actions
  • Ensure service level agreements are consistently met using systems like ServiceNow
  • Assess processes for continuous improvement opportunities
  • Manage staff in a potentially unionized environment

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan for eligible positions
  • Respectful and empowering workplace culture
  • Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees
  • Community engagement opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Manager - Customer Care, you will manage multiple priorities in a customer-centered environment. You will be responsible for one location or group of locations, typically with up to $100M in sales revenue. You will lead a team and may have up to one leader/supervisor as a direct report, which manages a diverse set of tasks and responsibilities. You will provide customer service through request fulfillment, problem resolution and proactive identification and correction of company profit leaks. You will oversee key performance indictors (KPIs) to maintain and improve service quality.

Responsibilities:
  • Interact with other internal departments such as Sales and Operations to support the end customer
  • Ensures organizational goals are communicated and understood, manages execution, and measures results for assigned location or functions
  • Lead the implementation of consistent compliance with standard procedures, policies, and quality system requirements
  • Maintain timely and accurate adherence to the location audit control and compliance tool
  • Actively monitor receivables, payables and appropriate general ledger (GL) accounts to identify errors and maximize bottom line performance, reduce carrying costs, and satisfy customers
  • Maintain open communication and a high-level supportive relationship with Sales, Operations and other cross functional departments to ensure service levels are met
  • Select, manage and evaluate staff; develops and trains employees in activities related to job function requirements
  • Review and address customer complaints; drive root cause analysis and implement corrective action
  • Monitor ServiceNow or other systems regionally to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are being consistently achieved and identify areas for improvement
  • Routinely assess team workload and process flows to identify opportunities for continuous improvement for internal/external customers
  • May manage employees in a unionized environment

Qualifications:
  • High School Degree or equivalent required; Associate Degree (U.S.)/College Diploma (Canada) - Business Administration or related field preferred
  • 5 years of administrative and / or customer support experience
  • Ability to multi-task while working in a team environment
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office, and ability to perform basic computer skills
  • Demonstrated leadership, teamwork and flexibility
  • Ability to oversee and manage a team who may at time work virtual
  • The ability to communicate effectively, at all levels of a large organization
  • Ability to anticipate and prepare for customer needs
  • Ability to adapt and communicate a need for change, create all necessary conditions for a successful change and overcome various forms of resistance
  • Knowledge of WESCO policies, systems and procedure concerning purchasing, inventory, quality and administration preferred
  • Experience in participating and/or leading Lean and/or Six Sigma events for the purposes of process improvements preferred
  • Ability to travel up to 25%


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This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.

About WESCO International

WESCO International Careers

Join the dynamic team at WESCO International, a leading provider in the electrical distribution industry, and be part of a company known for its substantial commitment to innovation and leadership. At WESCO, we offer a range of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity.

Work You’ll Do

At WESCO International, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our global clientele by delivering top-tier solutions in electrical distribution and supply chain services. Our team is at the forefront of industry expertise and digital innovation, making WESCO an ideal place for those who are driven to excel in a professional setting.

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WESCO is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career alongside over 18,000 dedicated professionals worldwide. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we empower them through unmatched training, development, and certification support.

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Embrace the opportunity to do innovative work with WESCO International, where your skills in technology, industry expertise, and leadership will be honed to perfection. Our collaborative environment encourages networking and the sharing of ideas across teams, driving the kind of innovative solutions that keep us at the leading edge of the industry.

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Future-proof your career with WESCO International, where the path to advancement is filled with diverse job opportunities. From internships to leadership positions, the potential for professional growth is limitless. Enjoy comprehensive benefits that support both your professional and personal life, as well as diversity training that ensures an inclusive workplace.

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Learn more about WESCO International
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$100.5 million
Founded
1922
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.3 billion
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