Customer Service Supervisor - Commerce, CA at Plastic Express

Commerce, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

20 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Active Listening, Monitoring, Speaking, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Negotiation, Instructing, Complex Problem Solving, Management Of Personnel Resources, Time Management, Databases, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Customer Relationship Management, Staff Training, Conflict Resolution

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

Company Overview Come join a winning Team! Since 1970 Plastic Express has met the bulk trucking, bulk terminal, packaging, and warehousing needs of the plastics industry. Our strategic locations, modern systems, and dedicated employees allow us to provide custom tailored logistical solutions to fulfill the most challenging needs of our customers. Plastic Express operates from 22 full-service facilities, more than 40 bulk terminals, and 52 railcar terminals offering more than 8,500 railcar spots across the country. We are located near 9 major ports in the U.S. and rely heavily on our rail infrastructure to handle imports /exports as well as regional distribution. At many of the Plastic Express sites, we also handle some non-plastic commodities, which include; paper rolls, steel, building materials and other dry bulk materials. Plastic Express owns and operates roughly 250 trucks, with approximately 250 trailers performing full bulk truck distribution business. Plastic Express is headquartered in Houston, TX and has over 600 employees nationwide. Our goal has always been to exceed our customer's expectations, and our can do-attitude is what differentiates us from the competition. Plastic Express employees have always been our key to success and total customer satisfaction. We are always looking for dependable & talented business professionals that will help us to grow and to continue our “Can Do” tradition. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job Summary: The Customer Success Supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of customers and staff. The Customer Success Supervisor carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include overseeing and assessing staff activities, strategizing and monitoring daily activities of customer success operation, training, investigating and solving customer complaints, maintaining documentation pertaining to customer success, appraising work performance, and performing additional duties where as needed. This position will build a strong relationship with customers while enforcing new and existing policies and procedures to accomplish desired results. Will play a collaborative role in growing and implementing new and existing standards and processes working alongside customers. Will maintain documentation such as correspondence and operational records. Essential Functions/Duties: Be familiar will all essential functions/duties of the CSRs Serve as primary point of contact for customers via telephone, email, and other communication channels; answer inquiries, explain product and service information, and identify customer needs Provide staff with assistance in performing difficult or complicated functions/duties Plan and prepare work schedules, and assign employees to specific duties Coordinate structured meetings, as needed Implement monthly inventory cycle counts, as required Establish and maintain cohesive interpersonal relationships with customers and coworkers Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and subordinates Effectively resolve conflicts and deftly negotiate with others Able to efficiently gather facts and information as required Solid computer skills to include knowledge of required software Guide, direct, motivate, and mentor subordinates; coordinate and oversee their work activities to maximize team performance Additional Specific Duties: Effectively fill-in for the Customer Success Manager when required Function as a CSR when required (due to a shortage of CSRs for any reason) Monitor and report on key customer success metrics (e.g., response times, resolution rates, customer satisfaction scores); identify trends and recommend process improvements to the Customer Success Manager Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins and team meetings with CSRs to review performance, address concerns, and communicate updates from management Develop and deliver onboarding and ongoing training programs for new and existing CSRs, ensuring team competency in systems, products, and customer handling procedures Qualifications: Required Education and Experience 5+ years of experience in a customer service related field (in the transportation industry preferred) Possess a high level of proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to multitask, prioritize and work under stress Highest quality written and verbal communication skills Type 40wpm+ with 100% accuracy Knowledge of bulk commodities industry rates and terms a plus Willingness to be cross-trained in other departments Preferred Education and Experience Sales and Marketing experience Experience in Personnel or Human Resources College degree preferred Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These tasks include, but are not limited to: The employee occasionally stands; walks; The employee frequently reaches with hands and arms; the employee regularly sits; uses hands to finger, handle bulky objects, and lifts on occasion. The employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus Licenses/Certificates: None Skills: Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively. Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Negotiation Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Instructing Teaching others how to do something. Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Management of Personnel Resources Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others. Databases Using a computer application to manage large amounts of information, including creating and editing simple databases, inputting data, retrieving specific records, and creating reports to communicate the information. Spreadsheets Using a computer application to enter, manipulate, and format text and numerical data; insert, delete, and manipulate cells, rows, and columns; and create and save worksheets, charts, and graphs. Word Processing Using a computer application to type text, insert pictures, format, edit, print, save, and retrieve word processing documents Additional Job Details: Supervisory Responsibility: Will supervise a group of CSRs that could number as many as 12 or as few as only a couple Work Environment: Expected to operate near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers/scanners. May be required to also assist CSR Manager in conducting warehouse walk-throughs to validate inventory of material. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are normally 7:30 am – 3:30 pm. Hours can be adjusted as needed to meet the needs of the customers. Weekend work may be required. Travel: Little to no travel is expected for this position. Benefits and Perks: Family health benefit packages - after 90 days Vacation pay - after 90 days Holiday pay - after 90 days Company matching 401k retirement program - after 90 days Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at any time at the discretion of management. In line with Plastic Express’ Environmental Promise, the hired individual is expected to enthusiastically support all facets of Operation Clean Sweep; specifically, making a conscious effort to prevent pellet, flake and powder loss into the environment and ensure any spills are swiftly and effectively cleaned up. If you have an interest in working at Plastic Express, please forward your resume including a brief work history.

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Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the customer success team, including staff supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Act as the primary point of contact for customers to resolve complaints and maintain strong professional relationships.