Overview
The Call Center Team Lead in the automotive industry is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a customer service team, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, and aligning team performance with company goals. The role involves managing a team of customer service representatives (CSRs) handling inquiries, service requests, and complaints related to purchase and sale of cars.
Responsibilities
- Team Management
- Supervise, mentor, and motivate a team of CSRs to meet performance metrics (KPIs) such as customer satisfaction, call handling time, and first-call resolution.
- Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to provide feedback and identify areas for improvement.
- Manage the team’s schedule, attendance, and workload to ensure optimal coverage during operating hours.
- Performance Monitoring
- Track and evaluate individual and team performance metrics and create action plans to improve productivity and service quality.
- Conduct quality assurance (QA) assessments by monitoring live or recorded calls to ensure adherence to company standards and policies.
- Set performance goals for the team and provide regular progress updates.
- Customer Service Excellence
- Ensure that all customer inquiries are addressed promptly, efficiently, and professionally, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Resolve escalated customer issues, particularly complex cases, and act as the point of contact for higher-level complaints.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as technical support, sales, and logistics, to provide holistic solutions to customer problems.
- Training and Development
- Identify training needs within the team and provide coaching on customer service best practices, automotive industry knowledge, and product-specific information.
- Lead onboarding and training for new hires, ensuring they understand company policies, automotive products, and service standards.
- Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities for improving call center processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
- Collaborate with the call center manager and other stakeholders to implement system improvements or new technologies.
Requirements
What you’ll need
- Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in a call center environment, preferably in the automotive or a related industry.
- At least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role within a customer service team.
Skills
- Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for handling escalations and leading team meetings.
- Knowledge of the automotive industry, including common customer issues related to vehicles, parts, and services.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with call center software and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field is preferred.