Contact Center Supervisor

Northwest Bank•Buffalo, NY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Contact Center Supervisor is responsible for providing quality and efficient customer service to customers through the daily management of their team. The Supervisor oversees day-to-day operations of the Contact Center Customer Support and Loan Support teams through all delivery channels. The Supervisor will help train and motivate their team as they answer questions, handle complaints and provide support to internal and external customers. This position assists management with development, analysis, and implementation of training, and reward and recognition programs to help to assure that the level of customer service meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or related subject or equivalent experience preferred
2 - 6 years Supervisory experience preferred or 3-5 years Customer service, contact center or relevant experience preferred
1 year banking experience preferred or 1 year technical background preferred
Ability to identify existing and potential problems, obtain and evaluate relevant information, identify possible causes of the problems, and suggest an alternative course of action including innovative or creative approaches
Ability to allocate and effectively use information, personnel, time, and other resources necessary for implementation of Northwest’s strategic plans
Ability to make decisions, render judgments, and take action on tasks within the scope of given authority in a timely fashion
Ability to develop, evaluate, and implement alternative courses of action, based on correct assumptions concerning resources and guidelines, and support decisions or recommendations with data or reasoning
Ability to present and express ideas and information effectively and concisely in an oral and/or written mode in a manner appropriate for the audience
Ability to listen and comprehend what others are saying and facilitate the open exchange of ideas and information
Ability to motivate and provide direction in the activities of others, appropriately assigning work and authority, in the accomplishment of goals; providing advice and assistance as required
Ability to understand and appropriately apply procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies; maintain credibility with others on specialty matters
Leadership and coaching techniques to build high performing teams
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance issues / standards
Knowledge of all technology and support systems
Knowledge of telephone operating system

Responsibilities

Supervise department performance and ensure that the level of support meets or exceeds established service levels.
Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate high level of listening skills
Provide real time management support within the Contact Center.
Provide daily direction and communication to Contact Center Specialists to ensure all client interactions are answered in a timely manner
Conduct weekly/ bi-weekly coaching sessions and monthly team meetings with team members designed to enhance their skills.
Complete quality reviews of written payoffs processed by the team.
Regularly reviews team members performance ensuring proper management of service levels and other performance standards are being met.
Contribute to the setting of goals and targets for the Contact Center.
Complete monthly call monitoring for all types of interactions to ensure consistency and compliance standards are met.
Provides support and collaboration with leadership team for innovations and continuously identify opportunities for operational, employee and customer improvement.
Provide real time management support within the Contact Center
Ensure all Contact Center Specialists have appropriate training and other resources to perform their jobs and complete trainings in a timely manner
Respond to and resolve employee matters expressed by team members
Provide on-the-floor support to Contact Center Specialists
Take escalated customer calls
Identify and resolve complex customer service issues impacting the Contact Center or clientscomplex customer service issues impacting the Contact Center or clients
Create and maintain a high-quality work environment
Address disciplinary and/or performance problems according to policy
Provide feedback to Contact Center Trainer Analyst(s) and Contact Center Quality Support Manager on developing any additional training/training plan that is needed for their Contact Center Specialists
Create and maintain a high-quality work environment
Address disciplinary and/or performance problems according to policy
Provide feedback to Contact Center Trainer Analyst(s) and Contact Center Quality Support Manager on developing any additional training/training plan that is needed for their teams are met
Ensure reduction of errors and minimize losses
Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
Work as part of a team
Work with on-site equipment
Complete other duties and special projects as requested by management