Service Manager

Primary Objective of Job:

The Service Manager will be responsible for taking care of our most valued Government, Strategic and Enterprise customers within the Business Solutions Department. These customers are the highest contributors to the revenue on our P&L and it is essential that effective and excellent relationships are maintained across all levels within the customer’s organizational structure. The Service Manager’s core function is to retain all their accounts, to manage all customer issues and support sales team in identifying new areas of revenue growth within their base. 

Please note that this is not a Managerial role.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders within their accounts base
• Resolve issues and complaints speedily, while getting support from the necessary support team(s)
• Ensure we are delivering on contractual obligations Follow up to ensure customer bills are accurate, on time, and aligned to customer expectations
• Manage all aged debt, and be accountable for any actions required to address matters that prevents customers from paying their bill
• Collaborate with, and support the sales team in identifying opportunities that will maximize revenue through upselling and cross selling
• Develop and execute joint strategic account plans that provides a clear path to improving relationships, providing the best service, and maximizing the revenue within the customer account
•  Provide monthly forecasting and account updates to the Head of Department
• Understands customer demands, always be amiable, polite, empathetic, and a trusted advisor 
• Any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time

Academic qualifications and experience required:

• Degree in Business/Management or similar field

• At least 3 years’ experience in  Account management

• A track record that demonstrates your ability to manage complex high value customers

• Ability to demonstrate capability for solution based complex sales

Functional Skills:

• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
• Can work independently, multi-tasker and can thrive in a fast paced environment
• A strong customer focus, including confidence in resolving issues
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiating skills
• Team oriented, with attention to detail
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Confidentiality and trustworthiness
• The ability to professionally handle challenging situations with customers 

Candidate must have own vehicle.

Salary Information:  This role is commission based (there is base salary and allowances included)