Customer Experience Manager

Socket.dev; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a CX leader to guide and grow the customer experience team, shaping strategies that elevate satisfaction and loyalty. You will partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to implement CX programs, analyze feedback, and drive continuous improvement across touchpoints.

You will mentor staff, design scalable processes, and manage CX projects from conception through execution to deliver measurable outcomes for customers and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in customer service, customer experience, or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of management or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the customer experience team to deliver exceptional service.
• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings to provide feedback and develop plans.
• Design processes enabling front line staff to resolve customer issues.
• Develop and implement strategic CX initiatives across sales, marketing, and ops.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align CX with business goals.
• Monitor customer feedback and analytics to identify improvements.
• Partner with Sales to design and deliver CX programs and loyalty initiatives.
• Lead projects, manage resources and timelines for CX improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Customer experience

Team development

Data analysis

CRM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the customer experience team to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service.

Conduct regular 1:1 meetings to provide feedback and implement professional development plans to enhance team capabilities.

Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the team.

Design a structure to enable front line staff to make decisions and implement solutions for customers.

Strategic Planning and Execution: Develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance the overall customer experience and align with company objectives.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to integrate customer experience strategies across the organization.

Monitor industry trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Assess account risk and lead mitigation efforts.

Customer Experience Management: Partner with our Sales Team on the design and delivery of customer experience programs, ensuring that all touchpoints meet or exceed customer expectations.

Implement advanced customer service strategies that prioritize customer satisfaction, loyalty, and retention.

Analyze customer interactions and feedback to continuously refine and improve customer experience processes.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize customer data and analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to customer satisfaction, retention, and overall experience.

Prepare and present regular reports to senior management, highlighting trends, successes, and areas for improvement.

Use insights from data analysis to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Purchasing & Customer Experience to align customer experience strategies with purchasing and overall business objectives.

Coordinate with the marketing, logistics, service and sales teams to ensure that customer feedback is integrated into product offerings and marketing campaigns.

Serve as the voice of the customer within the organization, advocating for changes that enhance the customer experience.

Customer Feedback and Continuous Improvement: Establish and maintain systems for gathering, analyzing, and responding to customer feedback.

Implement continuous improvement initiatives based on customer feedback, aiming to exceed customer expectations at every touchpoint.

Develop and oversee customer satisfaction surveys, focus groups, and other feedback mechanisms to gather actionable insights.

Project Management: Lead customer experience-related projects from conception through execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals.

Manage resources, budgets, and timelines effectively to achieve project objectives.

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Customer Advocacy: Act as a key advocate for customers, ensuring their needs and expectations are prioritized in company decisions.

Handle escalated customer issues with sensitivity and efficiency, ensuring resolutions that align with the company’s customer-centric values.

Develop and promote customer loyalty programs that enhance customer retention and satisfaction.

Innovation and Best Practices: Stay informed of, and apply, industry best practices, emerging trends, and technological advancements in customer experience management.

Identify and implement new tools, technologies, and methodologies that improve the customer experience and efficiency of the team.

Encourage a culture of innovation within the customer experience team, promoting creative solutions to enhance customer interactions.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in customer service, customer experience, or a related field.

At least two (2) years of management or leadership experience.

Demonstrated success developing and implementing customer experience strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, or related industries.

Strong leadership and coaching abilities with a passion for developing teams.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable business improvements.

Experience using CRM and customer experience management tools.

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.

Customer-centric approach with a passion for delivering outstanding service.