E-commerce Customer Service Lead

18 hours ago

mbombela nelspruit, mpumalanga, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and empathetic E-commerce Customer Service Lead to manage their customer support operations in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for ensuring exceptional customer experiences, resolving inquiries efficiently, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. You will lead a team of customer service representatives, develop service protocols, and work to improve overall support processes. The ideal candidate is passionate about customer advocacy and possesses strong leadership and problem-solving skills within the e-commerce landscape.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and motivate a team of customer service representatives to deliver outstanding support.
  • Manage customer inquiries received via phone, email, chat, and social media, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
  • Develop and implement customer service policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor customer service metrics, such as response times, resolution rates, and customer satisfaction scores (CSAT).
  • Handle escalated customer complaints and complex issues with professionalism and a focus on resolution.
  • Identify trends in customer inquiries and provide feedback to relevant departments (e.g., product, marketing) for improvement.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a customer service role, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory capacity, preferably in e-commerce .
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong understanding of customer service best practices and CRM software.
  • Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
  • Experience with multichannel customer support systems.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting common e-commerce related issues.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
  • Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
  • Work on-site in the beautiful city of Nelspruit .
  • A supportive team environment focused on customer success.