
Customer Relations Manager
- Paarl, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Matric
- 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role
- Tech-savvy, able to navigate and utilize various software programs effectively (e.g. Freshdesk, FinWise, Google Sheets)
- Proficiency in ticketing systems is required
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Proven experience in customer relations or client services, preferably in financial services or collections
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable insights
- Familiarity with reporting tools and systems
- The CR Manager is expected to demonstrate strong managerial capabilities by actively supervising and guiding staff within the department, ensuring productivity, accountability, and team cohesion
- Managing and monitoring all customer tickets to prevent overdue issues.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to minimise overdue and unresolved tickets
- Effectively structure upcoming payments and drive the conversion of unpaid at a high success rate
- closely monitoring verified strike dates to ensure timely collections and accurate payment tracking.
- Ensure that all team members are properly trained and continuously upskilled to meet performance standards
- Ensure that document collection is prioritized and executed efficiently
- Oversee the handling of cancellations with the objective of retaining clients
- Implement strategies and objection-handling techniques to minimize cancellations and maximize client retention rates
- Monitor and report daily call statistics to track individual and team performance, identify productivity trends, and address areas of concern promptly
- Conduct regular one-on-one sessions with department members
- Accurately calculate commission payments based on performance metrics, ensuring fairness, transparency, and alignment with company policies
- Analyse performance metrics from the previous day to identify trends and areas for improvement