Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview: The Escalation Manager will play a critical role in company's support team, acting as a central point for managing and resolving escalated customer issues. This individual will ensure high-priority cases are addressed promptly, driving resolution while improving customer satisfaction and maintaining service-level agreements (SLAs). The Escalation Manager will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify systemic issues and implement corrective actions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Escalation Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for escalated customer issues, ensuring they are addressed swiftly and effectively.
- Monitor and manage the escalation process, ensuring timely responses and resolution within agreed SLAs.
- Communicate escalation progress and outcomes to stakeholders, including customers, internal teams, and management.
- Customer Advocacy:
- Advocate for customers by understanding their needs, concerns, and priorities.
- Provide clear and professional communication to customers throughout the escalation process.
- Ensure customers feel supported and valued during challenging situations.
- Collaboration and Coordination:
- Work closely with support teams, field teams, and other departments to resolve complex issues.
- Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to identify root causes and implement long-term solutions.
- Escalate issues further within the organization when necessary, ensuring appropriate resources are allocated.
Technical Requirements
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in a customer support or technical support role, with at least 2 years in an escalation or team leadership position.
- Experience in the managed service provider (MSP) industry or supporting network environments is a strong plus.
- Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with networking concepts, including wireless access points, switching, firewalls, and related technologies.
- Experience with ticketing systems and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, Zendesk).
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical issues.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage challenging customer interactions effectively.
- Other Qualifications:
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- A customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering excellent service.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple escalations simultaneously.