Customer Care Team Lead

Job Title

Hobart Service, an Illinois Tool Works Company, has been in business for over 125 years and is the trusted source for Commercial Food Equipment Service Solutions. We have over 1,800 associates nationwide who serve as valued partners to our customers. Our employees are dedicated to providing the best customer service, give back to the communities where they live and work, and demonstrate the ITW values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.

Job Description

This position is responsible for tactical day to day work instructions while leading a team of non-exempt and exempt employees to provide exceptional customer service by responding to customer questions, complaints, inquiries, and orders for the organization's products and/or services. The position requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as a high level of accuracy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each assigned essential duty satisfactorily. Other responsibilities or special projects not specifically listed below may also be assigned.

• Assisting team with escalations, questions, and monitoring team performance.
• Empowering team members with skills to improve their confidence, product knowledge, and communication skills.
• Coordinate and monitor work activities to achieve expected volumes and operational requirements to meet Customer Care metrics.
• Develop strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending solutions creating customers for life.
• Provide compliant, accurate, valid, and complete information for the customer by using the right methods/tools.
• Communicate customer requirements to internal customers to ensure proper execution at the time of service.
• Ensure that all contractual commitments are being met throughout all stages of the process.
• Act as a liaison between internal customers and external customer/dealer to provide ongoing, consistent, and timely communication.
• Plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate workflow.
• Train, assist, and lead other assigned Customer Care Representatives with all aspects of customer service when needed.
• Responsible for application and day-to-day organizational policies and procedures.
• Identify and facilitate process simplification opportunities to drive improved customer service in cooperation with Customer Care Supervisor/Manager.
• Drive and clarify processes for internal and external customers.
• Identifies and directs training needed by team based on analysis of issues and inquiries.
• Other duties and special projects assigned by management.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Work Experience

• Recommended at least an Associates degree or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

Job Specific Knowledge

• Customer Service - highly professional demeanor with excellent telephone skills and etiquette. Utilizes various interpersonal styles and communication methods to positively assist and influence customers.
• Knowledge of distribution and supply chain operations is preferred.
• Demonstrates basic mechanical aptitude and ability to read parts manuals.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

Technical and Analytical Skills

• Understanding of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculations of percentages).
• Ability to comprehend specifications provided within orders and translate them to the desired parts per Purchase orders.
• Basic knowledge of / working knowledge of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.

Time Management and Communication Skills

• Must be dependable, have good attendance, be punctual, and have a positive attitude
• Prioritizes regular workload, special tasks, and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within established time frame.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally with individuals from within and outside of the organization.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products to include Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Requires strong interpersonal skills working with internal and external customers
• Be able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Possess a great attitude and professional demeanor
• Proven ability to multi-task and work independently

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand; use hands to handle and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly working on computer.

Working Conditions

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Hours of Work

• Normal business hours.
• Flexibility with schedule to meet critical deadlines includes a rotating shift until up to 8pm.

Why Work for Us?

• Competitive pay
• Great insurance options with low premiums
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401K with company match
• Extensive on-the-job, online, and classroom training
• Safety-conscious work environment

Hobart Service is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW and Hobart Service are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for all employees. To demonstrate this commitment, Hobart Service is tobacco-free (including e-cigarettes) on campuses and within company vehicles and maintains a drug-free workplace.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.