Lead and develop the Customer Service department with responsibility for performance, people, and budget.
Drive continuous improvement and scaling of customer service processes to ensure customer satisfaction in an international B2B environment.
Oversee the complete order-to-delivery process, including order management, logistics coordination, claims handling, and technical customer support.
Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer excellence, operational efficiency, and commercial effectiveness.
Identify and drive growth opportunities within after-sales activities.
Establish annual business plans, define KPIs, and monitor performance to ensure delivery against business objectives.
Collaborate closely with Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, and other key stakeholders to create a seamless customer journey.
Report to the Managing Director and act as a key member of the local leadership team; work closely with colleagues across Europe and North America and with global customers and partners.
Hard skills
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Business, Supply Chain Management, Customer Service or related field.
Several years of leadership experience in Customer Excellence, Customer Service, Commercial Operations or similar management role.
Proven experience driving business performance, process improvements and organizational development.
Experience from a technical manufacturing environment, preferably within medical devices, electronics, mechatronics or another highly regulated industry.
Strong digital capabilities, including experience with ERP/CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Fluent English (written and spoken); German and Italian considered a strong advantage.
Hands-on and inspirational leader combining strategic thinking with a pragmatic approach; highly customer-focused, commercially minded, comfortable in fast-paced and changing environments.
Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset to build trust and engagement across teams, functions and cultures.
Benefits
Key leadership role with significant influence on business performance and customer experience.
Opportunity to shape strategy, drive change and implement ideas.
Purpose-driven organization improving independence and quality of life for people worldwide.
Healthy work-life balance and flexible ways of working.