Givaudan Careers Customer Care Support Office Team Lead

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Customer Care Support Office Team Lead- Your future position

Lead and oversee the Customer Care Support Office team in managing accurate and timely order fulfilment processes across the APAC region. Ensure operational excellence process compliance and customer satisfaction while driving automation and continuous improvement initiatives. This role combines team leadership operational oversight and process transformation to deliver superior customer experience and efficiency that supports company strategy. You will report to the Regional Customer Care Support Office Manager.

In this exciting role you will:

Team Leadership & People Management

• Supervise the daily operations of the Customer Care Support Office ensuring high performance and effective collaboration.
• Provide direction coaching and feedback to team members to support skill development and professional growth.
• Manage team capacity workload distribution and resource planning for peak and seasonal requirements.
• Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews to maintain engagement alignment and accountability.

Order Management Compliance & Quality

• Oversee end-to-end order fulfilment processes to ensure accuracy timeliness and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Act as an escalation point for the Front Office and stakeholders on complex order-related issues.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions are updated and consistently followed.
• Monitor compliance and quality performance identifying root-causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions where needed.

Process Optimization & Collaboration

• Identify and drive automation and process improvement opportunities to simplify processes and eliminate manual steps.
• Work closely with experts (e.g. Solutions Excellence team Global Data Analytics team Continuous Improvement team) to develop and implement scalable technology-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with related functions to strengthen order management processes and foster a culture of simplification harmonization and customer focus.

Performance & Reporting

• Track and report on operational KPIs such as First Time Right OnTime Delivery backlog SLA performance and automation impact.
• Provide regular operational reviews and performance insights to leadership with recommendations for improvement.
• Act as a key point of contact for Customer Care process governance and operational performance

You

Are you someone who loves leading people improving processes and achieving excellence through teamwork Are you ready to influence change in a fast-paced multicultural shared service environment Then join us and impact your world.

Your professional profile includes:

Diploma or Bachelors degree required. Preferably in Supply Chain Management Order Management or equivalent.

5 or more years of relevant experience in order management with at least 2 years of leadership or supervisory capacity.

Experience in a multicultural shared services environment or regional operations is a strong advantage.

Proven track record of managing integration process migration or knowledge transfer activities

Proficient in English. Knowledge of additional languages are an added advantage

Strong leadership and coaching abilities; able to motivate and build engaged highperforming teams.

Customercentric mindset with a strong drive for service quality and continuous improvement.

Analytical thinker with the ability to translate data into insights and improvements.

Proficiency in SAP and familiarity with SAP SD module would be an added advantage.

Foundational knowledge of continuous improvement methodology is an advantage.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working environment
• The best benefits great compensation package and a nurturing and progressive environment
• Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
• A creative team environment that will inspire you
• Comprehensive healthcare plans

*LI-Y

At Givaudan you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch peoples lives.

We value the different perspectives that come from diverse cultures backgrounds and experiences.

Everyone regardless of race gender identity sexual orientation age disability culture religion or any personal circumstances is warmly welcomed at Givaudan a place where we all love to be and grow.

Every essence of you enriches our world. Join us in making a difference together.