Regional Customer Service Manager – Japan (based in KL/Yokohama)

Agoda; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Agoda, a leading online travel booking platform, seeks a dynamic Manager of Customer Experience Group in Kuala Lumpur. This vital role involves leading customer service teams, enhancing customer experience, and implementing effective solutions in a multicultural environment. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills, problem-solving capabilities, and a passion for travel. Join Agoda to help redefine the future of travel.

Qualifications

• 10 years of work experience, at least 3 years in a senior role managing operations.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach.
• Proven track record of leading change.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse teams and manage operational responsibilities.
• Drive solutions through agile, data-driven approaches.
• Collaborate with various functions and present results to stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Job description

About Agoda

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership,enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel

We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.We are a skillful, driven and diverse team from across the globe, united by a passion to make an impact. Harnessing our innovative technologies and strong partnerships, we aim to make travel easy and rewarding for everyone.

Get to Know our Team:

Agoda’s Customer Support Team understands that travel can be an everchanging environment. That is why we provide in-person, real-time help around the clock and in 38 languages. No matter the issue, we present the best of Agoda’s values to each customer with multiple support channels and a strong desire to serve. Certainly, doing more than answering phone calls or replying to emails, our specialists actively look for ways to improve our customer’s experience. We quickly adapt to challenges by collaborating with other teams and experimenting on everything we can. This has allowed us to develop new and effective products that produce meaningful results and continue to drive Agoda’s business performance. Our Customer Support Team serves a daily role in contributing to a core strength and service of Agoda with a clear vision and a focus on efficient and satisfying customer support.

Are you a dynamic leader with a knack for driving success in a multicultural environment? This role is responsible for leading the customer service teams supporting Japan teamsvas they provide support to customers across voice, email, chat, and back-office activities. Whether you're local or international, we're ready to welcome you aboard and will provide a relocation package to ensure a smooth transition to life in Kuala Lumpur.

The Manager of Customer Experience Group provides vision, leadership, and guidance to each team leader and associates in the key operating areas through performance and goal setting. Effectively communicates with team, developing a climate in which information is shared openly. Clearly defines team goals and expectations. Develops tactical plans to reach these goals.This role requires a high level of personal and professional skills associated with running globaloperations teams. First and foremost, this is a people leader role and enabling local teams to be successful is core to the role. In addition to being a brilliant people leader and communicator, the ideal candidate will bring a vision, a sense of curiosity, a passion for travel, keen analytical skills, a tech-centricmindset,and a willingness to lead by example.

This position will report to the Headof Customer ServiceDelivery: North Asiaandis open to local applicants only. No Visa support will be available.

What You'll Do:

• Lead diverse teams across markets with unique requirements, regulations, and practices.
• Continually strive to exceed partners' expectations.
• Guide your team through frequent changes in technology, processes, and business priorities.
• Identify and drive solutions for your regions using an agile, data-driven approach, including designing, and running experiments.
• Collaborate with a variety of functions such as RTA, WFM, Content, Finance, Operational Excellence, L&D, Analytics, and Talent Management.
• Present results and propose solutions to Senior Leaders and stakeholders.
• Understands thekey drivers of customer satisfaction & dissatisfaction and workswith customer serviceleaderstoaddresscustomer dissatisfactionand implement self-healing processes where possible.
• Regularlyreview customer feedback andQA insightsto helpeducate teams about Agoda products and servicesas well asidentify customer handling improvementopportunities.

What You'll Bring:

• A minimum of 10 years of work experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role managing operational responsibilities (contact center, vendor management at scale, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, with a knack for identifying process improvement opportunities using a data-driven approach.
• The ability to successfully lead or support multiple initiatives concurrently.
• A proven track record of leading change.
• Persuasive skills to convince senior leaders.
• A fast-paced approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• The ability to foster a culture of personal development through coaching and partnership with L&D, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent personal and interpersonal skills to lead the team and partner effectively with other departments.
• E-commerce or travel industry experience is a plus.

Bonus Points for:

• Project management certifications (PMP, Six Sigma, COPC or equivalent), travel industry experience and Online Travel knowledge
• Are you ready to take your career to new heights with Agoda?
• Apply today and let's revolutionize the travel industry together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Disclaimer

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