STAPLES IS BUSINESS TO BUSINESS. YOU’RE WHAT BINDS US TOGETHER.

Our customer service team supports our company through their confidence, knowledge, and commitment to our customers. We’re passionate about understanding customer needs, finding solutions that fit their business, and supporting our customers every step of the way. We take pride in the pivotal role we play in providing our customers with a seamless experience.
As a Team Manager, you will oversee and empower high-quality interactions between Quill associates and customers. You will lead a team of well-trained customer service representatives focused on effective solutions and self-serve options.

WHAT’S NEEDED - BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ years of Customer Service Experience required
High school diploma or GED
Ability to work various shifts between the core hours of the business, Monday to Friday with possible weekend rotations

WHAT’S NEEDED - PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Management Certificate or Diploma/bachelor’s degree preferred
3-5 years of management/coaching/mentoring experience in a contact center or similar team environment
Knowledge of chat and email management applications
Knowledge and application of analytical techniques to determine root cause and apply appropriate intervention to achieve improved performance

Inspire to serve by using stories and data to help associates visualize customer impact
Connect team effort to customer fulfillment by linking associate motivations and work to customer outcomes
Be a catalyst—spark energy, inspire decisions, and empower action to build a better way
Foster an environment where associates can develop and advance their careers through empowerment, recognition, and opportunities to learn and grow
Provide leadership support to direct reports (time management, payroll, leaves, policy inquiries, team concerns) and/or connect associates to appropriate HR resources or self-service options
Regularly coach associates on gathered performance data and measured KPIs; provide critical feedback in a timely manner; complete performance reviews tied to compensation rewards where applicable
Apply progressive discipline when necessary to ensure a respectful, fair, and consistent work environment
Maximize execution and efficiency by encouraging partnerships across the business; supporting our value of working together and being inclusive
Provides direct resolution for escalated customer issues, using innovative problem-solving skills and leveraging partnerships and resources