Waste Management

Manager of Customer Set Up WMHS

Waste Management • $96K — $125K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in customer setup or contract management roles
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
  • Proven ability to drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency
  • Excellent communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration
  • Expertise in analyzing performance metrics and reporting
  • Experience in customer data management and support
  • Ability to manage complex customer issues and provide solutions

Responsibilities

  • Lead customer setup for designated accounts, ensuring accurate data implementation and ongoing support
  • Coach and develop a team of Customer Set Up Specialists to foster accountability and improvement
  • Act as the primary operational leader, providing updates and performance reporting to stakeholders
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
  • Monitor team performance against SLAs and take action to address gaps
  • Partner with cross-functional teams for successful customer onboarding and contract execution
  • Coordinate customer and contract setup activities to ensure compliance with policies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days
  • Stock purchase plan offered to employees
Full Job Description
Job Description

I. Job Summary

The Manager, of Customer Set Up is responsible for leading a designated portfolio of accounts while managing a team of customer set up professionals responsible for customer data implementation, contract setup, maintenance, and operational support. This role serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and customer-facing teams, ensuring accurate and timely execution of critical customer and contract processes while delivering regular performance updates and operational insights. The Manager drives cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Customer Experience, Revenue Management, and Operations to resolve complex issues, improve customer outcomes, and support business objectives. Additionally, this position champions continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data, reporting, and operational expertise to enhance efficiency, service quality, and scalability, while fostering a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, customer success, and operational excellence.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead Customer Set Up activities for an assigned account segment, ensuring accurate and timely customer data implementation, maintenance, contract setup, and ongoing support.
  • Manage, coach, and develop a team of Customer Set Up Specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
  • Serve as the primary operational leader for assigned accounts, providing regular updates, performance reporting, and issue resolution support to cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Drive process improvement initiatives within the designated business segment by identifying operational inefficiencies, implementing standardized processes, and monitoring measurable outcomes.
  • Monitor team performance against established service level agreements (SLAs), quality standards, productivity metrics, and departmental objectives; develop reporting and action plans to address performance gaps and improve results.
  • Partner closely with Sales, Customer Experience, Revenue Management, Operations, and Contract Administration teams to ensure successful customer onboarding, contract execution, maintenance, and renewal activities.
  • Coordinate and oversee all aspects of customer and contract setup activities for assigned accounts, ensuring compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and operational standards.
  • Facilitate effective communication between internal stakeholders and customer-facing teams, providing operational support, escalation management, and action planning to improve customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Lead resolution efforts for complex customer data and setup issues, including but not limited to customer master, material master, contract pricing, sales orders, invoicing, and billing-related concerns to prevent service disruptions and revenue delays.
  • Support enterprise contract renewals, amendments, and new customer implementations by ensuring accurate and timely data setup and maintenance activities.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders, serving as a trusted partner for operational execution and customer data management initiatives.


III. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay: The expected base pay range for this remote position is $96,700 - $125,600. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

IV. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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About Waste Management

Waste Management Careers

Join the dedicated team at Waste Management, the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. At Waste Management, we are committed to fostering growth, innovation, and sustainability, making it an exciting time to advance your career with us. Work You’ll Do Embark on a fulfilling career path at Waste Management where you can contribute to making the planet safer, cleaner, and more sustainable. Whether you are looking for job opportunities in operations, customer service, or corporate roles, Waste Management offers a wide range of positions that suit your professional skills and career goals. Transform our industry and communities by joining a team that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Waste Management is not just a company; it's a place where you can shape your future and the environment. Lead with Innovation and Sustainability At Waste Management, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We are leaders in developing technology-driven waste solutions that not only meet but exceed environmental standards. By joining our team, you will work on groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of environmental services. Collaborate with Skilled Professionals Work alongside over 40,000 dedicated professionals who are skilled in diverse areas from logistics to renewable energy. Waste Management’s culture is built on teamwork, respect, and the opportunity to engage in high-impact projects. Our team’s collaborative efforts make it possible to tackle some of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Waste Management Employment Benefits Choose a career with Waste Management and enjoy a variety of benefits designed to support your professional and personal growth. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement through professional development and leadership training. Internship and Training Opportunities Kickstart your career with Waste Management through our internship programs or join our regular hiring events to gain valuable industry experience. Our programs are designed to nurture your skills and prepare you for a full-time position within the company. We believe in growing our talent internally and provide all the necessary training and resources to foster our team’s development. Explore Waste Management Jobs Discover the diverse job opportunities at Waste Management where your work will directly contribute to environmental sustainability and innovation. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and driven team players. Stay Connected with Waste Management Careers Keep up to date with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at Waste Management. Join Our Team Ready to make a difference? Explore career and internship opportunities at Waste Management. Apply today and be part of a team that is leading the way in environmental solutions. Your journey towards a rewarding career in sustainability starts here. SEARCH WASTE MANAGEMENT JOBS Stay ahead in your career with Waste Management, where we value innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and environmental stewardship.
Learn more about Waste Management
Size
48,500 employees
Market Cap
$64.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1894
5 Year Trend
+5.7%
Revenue
$15.2 billion
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