Accounts & Customer Service Manager

Blackburn Permanent £35,000 - £37,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Accounts Customer Service Manager to join our client, a growing business expanding its client and consumer base across the UK. This role is ideal for a customer-focused professional with a strong background in managing client relationships, resolving escalations, and supporting the development of junior team member whilst implement strategic sales targetting methods.
  • Hybrid working, flexible shifts patterns & enhanced benefits
  • Starting salary of £35k + annual profit shar

About Our Client

We are currently working with a large-scale manufacturing client that specialises in the supply and distribution of household products to a wide range of FMCG and retail accounts across the North and throughout the UK.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for key retail accounts, handling high-level customer inquiries, concerns, and escalations with professionalism and care.
  • Take ownership of complex customer issues, ensuring they are resolved promptly and to a high standard, while maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Support and mentor junior team members, offering guidance, sharing best practices, and contributing to their professional development.
  • Work cross-functionally with internal teams-including sales, logistics, and production-to ensure accurate order processing and swift resolution of any service-related issues.
  • Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation of all customer interactions, issues, and resolutions within the company's CRM system.
  • Proactively identify areas for improvement within customer service operations and contribute ideas and solutions that enhance overall efficiency and satisfaction.
  • Assist in the onboarding and training of new customer service team members, ensuring alignment with company policies, procedures, and service standards.
  • Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent, timely communication and follow-ups, with a focus on delivering a positive end-to-end experience.

The Successful Applicant

Key requirements will consist of:

  • A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in customer service, ideally within the furniture, retail, or manufacturing sectors, with a strong understanding of client needs and service delivery standards.
  • Proven problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing customer concerns and ensuring long-term satisfaction.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact confidently with retail clients, internal departments, and third-party partners.
  • Proficient in the use of CRM platforms and customer service software, with the ability to manage customer accounts, track interactions, and generate service insights.
  • Comfortable working within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, contributing positively to team dynamics and business goals.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and service requests efficiently and accurately.
  • A customer-centric mindset, with a focus on building and maintaining lasting, positive relationships with key retail accounts and partners.
  • Prior leadership experience or mentoring capability is highly desirable, supporting the development and performance of junior team members.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive Salary with performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive Health & Dental Insurance for you and your family.
  • Generous Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
  • Employee Discount Program on all company products.
  • Professional Development & Training opportunities.
  • Flexible Work Arrangements for better work-life balance.
  • Wellness Programs including gym membership discounts.
  • Career Growth Opportunities within a growing company.
Contact
Callum Crawford
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6766893
Phone number
+44 151 255 3754

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
Customer Services
Sector
Retail
Location
Blackburn
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Callum Crawford
Consultant phone
+44 151 255 3754
Job reference
JN-062025-6766893