<p><strong><u>Customer Service & Operations Manager</u></strong></p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact: <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading distributor to fill a critical <strong><u>Customer Service & Operations Manager</u></strong>. In this executive-level position that is reporting to the President, you will shape and execute operational strategy across multiple departments units customer service and inside sales, purchasing, and warehousing. This is an opportunity to transform business operations, optimize processes, and drive long-term company success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Create actionable strategies for both day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives, ensuring organizational objectives are achieved.</li><li>Help enhance customer experience and boost sales</li><li>Broaden and diversify customer base</li><li>Define, measure, and report on operational performance metrics such as service level, cost containment, delivery accuracy, and inventory management.</li><li>Collaborate directly with executive management to set budgets, resource plans, and continuous improvement priorities.</li><li>Promote a collaborative work culture dedicated to accountability and high performance.</li><li>Manage warehouse staff and their activity (receiving and storage to order fulfillment and shipping, introducing process improvements to maximize productivity and safety).</li><li>Analyze ERP and operational data to uncover trends, address bottlenecks, and enhance workflow visibility.</li><li>Oversee Procurement Manager and operations, cultivating strong vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier incentives to benefit the organization.</li><li>Align purchasing activity with sales and marketing goals to drive profitable growth.</li><li>Champion inventory accuracy, optimizing turnover rates and minimizing product obsolescence through proactive planning and analytics.</li><li>Standardize operational procedures and leverage technology solutions to connect and streamline processes between sales, IT, finance, and customer service.</li><li>Mentor, motivate, and develop departmental leaders through coaching and performance management, supporting professional advancement and cross-functional teamwork.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree</li><li>10+ years of related operations and supply chain management experience</li><li>Oversight of warehouse and purchasing functions</li><li>Noted strength in creating and hitting KPIs and cost efficiency.</li><li>ERP system experience</li><li>History of building, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration</strong>, please apply today and/or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com.</u> All inquiries will remain confidential.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Customer Service Specialist</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Meriden, CT (Onsite – local candidates only)</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to $70,000 annually</p><p><br></p><p>Our client has partnered exclusively with Robert Half in search of a Senior Customer Service Specialist with manufacturing industry experience to join a growing team local to Meriden, CT. This is a full-time, onsite role supporting customer accounts from order placement through fulfillment. The ideal candidate brings strong tenure, attention to detail, and confidence working with pricing, orders, and customer communication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts</li><li>Process and track customer orders from entry through delivery</li><li>Manage pricing, quotes, and order adjustments accurately and efficiently</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams (production, planning, logistics, sales) to ensure timely fulfillment</li><li>Monitor order status and proactively communicate updates, delays, or changes to customers</li><li>Maintain accurate records within ERP/order management systems</li><li>Support account management tasks and build long-term customer relationships</li><li>Resolve customer issues professionally and efficiently</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of steady experience</strong> in a customer service or order management role</li><li>Prior experience in a <strong>manufacturing environment required</strong></li><li>Proven experience with pricing and order processing</li><li>Strong customer communication and relationship management skills</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting</li><li>Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Interested and qualified candidates should apply by emailing their resume to:</p><p><strong>daniele.zavarella@roberthalf com</strong></p>
