Manager, Client Services - Outform Group
Chicago, IL 60632
About the Job
Job Summary
This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the relationship between the RNRTL/Outform and its clients, ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction and retention. The role focuses on managing and enhancing client accounts, driving operational excellence in third-party logistics (3PL) solutions (B2B), and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet client expectations. This position requires a combination of leadership, logistics knowledge, excellent communication skills to deliver outstanding customer experiences in the warehousing & distribution industry.
Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management:
- Builds and maintains strong, long-term relationships with key clients, leading a team of Client Service Managers and Call Center Supervisor, and acts as primary point of contact with key clients.
- Develops and implements strategies to improve client retention and satisfaction.
- Serves as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their needs and helping to solve business challenges.
- Acts as the escalation point for resolving complex client issues, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.
Strategic Planning & Account Management:
- Oversees and leads client account management activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between clients and internal teams.
- Develops and executes strategic account plans to ensure that client goals are met, and expectations are exceeded.
- Collaborates with sales and business development teams to onboard new clients and expand services with existing clients.
- Analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics to drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
Operational Excellence:
- Works closely with internal operations teams (warehousing, transportation, IT, etc.) to ensure the seamless execution of fulfillment, distribution and logistics solutions.
- Monitors and optimizes service levels, ensuring that all logistics operations align with client specifications and industry standards.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and efficiency gains, both for clients and internally.
Leadership & Team Development:
- Leads, mentors, and develops a Client Services team, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and customer-centricity.
- Establishes clear goals and performance metrics for the team and provides ongoing coaching and support.
- Collaborates with senior leadership to define departmental goals and contribute to broader company objectives.
Business Growth & Development:
- Supports Sales & Business Development to identify opportunities for cross-selling services to existing clients.
- Contributes to proposals, RFPs (Request for Proposals), and contract negotiations for new business.
- Helps clients navigate new services, technology solutions, and innovations that could benefit their operations.
Reporting & Analysis:
- Regularly reports to senior leadership on client satisfaction, service performance, and business growth.
- Prepares and presents strategic and operational reports, highlighting key trends, opportunities, and challenges.
- Uses data and client feedback to drive continuous service improvements.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 8+ years of experience in client services or account management within the logistics, transportation, or supply chain industry.
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a client-facing role, managing teams and overseeing large-scale client accounts.
- Experience with third-party logistics (3PL), transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or other logistics solutions.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of supply chain logistics, inventory management, and transportation operations.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and exceed client expectations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership abilities, with a track record of successfully managing teams and driving performance.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and make informed decisions.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM software and ERP
Key Personal Attributes:
- Customer-focused with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
- Solution-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to contribute strategically to the growth of the company.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments to drive client success.
Physical Requirements
- Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting to file documents or store materials
- Works near and in manufacturing area
- Must be able to lift up to 25lbs