Role purpose
Lead and optimize customer service operations ensuring excellence in warehouse management carry and forward (CnF) network and secondary distribution while maintaining compliance with Indian regulations. It includes :
- Strategically manage warehouse and CnF network to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Serve as the customer service and experience capability owner leveraging expertise in Indian regulations to ensure compliant business operations
- Drive customer service operations to meet and exceed agreed service levels enhancing the overall customer experience
- Enhance efficiency in inter-warehouse movements and secondary logistics focusing on minimizing lead times and reducing costs implementing advanced tools and systems
- Gather and analyze competitive intelligence to prepare the company for future challenges balancing compliance requirements with operational efficiency
- Implement advanced tools and systems to optimize operating costs and identify cost-reduction opportunities across the country
- Continuously improve processes to streamline operations enhance customer experience and drive business growth
Accountabilities
Own and develop the comprehensive customer service and experience capability for India CP and Seeds operationsEnsure seamless integration of compliance controls within all business processes while serving as an expert for India operationsConduct regular risk assessments and oversee corrective actions to maintain robust inventory control and quality assuranceSpearhead business process optimization initiatives and foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational efficiencyLead and develop a high-performing customer service team to consistently meet and exceed KPIsDrive strategic alignment by collaborating on global projects and staying abreast of industry best practicesImplement and monitor key performance indicators to continuously improve customer service operationsIdentify implement and leverage innovative technologies to enhance customer service capabilities and operational efficiencyQualifications :
Knowledge experience & capabilities
Critical knowledge
Minimum 10 -15 years of professional experience in customer service including warehouse management logistics and ERP systemsMinimum bachelors degree from reputed university. Certifications of specialized customer service-related subjects would be preferredExperience of working with large multi-nationals; work in a complex cross functional business environment preferredExpert level understanding of logistic order to cash process and service level agreements in the areaAbility to read and interpret policy laws and rules and apply them in day to day operationsHigh level of understanding of logistics and transportationUnderstanding of trade in the agro-chemical industry awareness of GSTSense of urgency balanced with sense of prioritiesEthical and knowledge-based approach to workGood references and background checksCritical experience
Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experienceExcellent communication skills in EnglishCritical technical professional and personal capabilities
ERPWMSCritical leadership competencies
Lead externalLead internalLead selfClose collaboration with following stakeholders besides IN P&S :
India sales teamsIndia & AMEA Logistics category managerAMEA Customs & Trade Operations managerAMEA Trade compliance managerGlobal & AMEA Customer Service ManagerRemote Work : No
Employment Type : Full-time
Key Skills
Typing,Data Entry,Customer Service,Basic Math,Computer Skills,Windows,Banking,Upselling,Pricing,Sanitation,Cash Handling,Stocking
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1