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Customer Service Manager

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We’re seeking a Customer Service Manager to lead and develop a high-performing customer service function with a strong connection to supply chain operations, order fulfilment and service performance. This is a key role for someone who thrives at the intersection of people leadership, process improvement and technology adoption.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing the end-to-end customer experience, including the implementation and optimisation of customer service technologies.

As Customer Service Manager, you will:

  • Lead, coach and develop a customer service team, creating a high‑engagement, customer‑centric culture
  • Act as the key interface between Customer Service, Planning, Logistics, Warehousing and Commercial teams
  • Own service KPIs including OTIF, order accuracy, response times, complaints and customer satisfaction
  • Drive continuous improvement across order management, query resolution and customer communication
  • Lead or support the implementation of customer service technology, such as chatbots, CRM systems, ticketing tools or automation
  • Use data and insight to identify trends, root causes and opportunities to improve service and reduce avoidable workload
  • Manage escalations professionally, ensuring commercial and customer outcomes are balanced
  • Support change and transformation projects within the wider supply chain

About You

You’ll bring:

  • Proven experience as a Customer Service Manager or Senior Customer Service Leader, ideally within manufacturing, FMCG, retail or supply chain‑led environments
  • A strong understanding of order‑to‑cash and supply chain processes
  • Experience implementing or optimising customer service technology (e.g. chatbots, CRM, customer portals, workflow tools)
  • Confident people leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
  • A structured, data‑led approach to performance management and service improvement
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence cross‑functionally
  • A practical, hands‑on mindset with the credibility to lead change

To apply for the role please send your CV to susannah.warrington@robertwalters.com

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Supply Chain

Industry: FMCG

Salary: £50,000 - £53,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Manchester

Job Reference: SREUZ9-D094F1FC

Date posted: 6 May 2026

Consultant: Susannah Meadows