Customer Care Manager

We are currently searching for a Customer Care Manager to join the team at our beautiful Head Office based in Alexandria. This is a permanent full time role working Monday to Friday. 

The Role

The Customer Care Manager is responsible for leading and evolving the Customer Care function, with a strong focus on strategy, performance optimisation, and customer experience growth opportunities. 

This role will own Customer Care platforms, analyse customer data to uncover insights, and drive initiatives that improve both customer satisfaction and commercial outcomes. You will lead the team, optimise processes, and partner cross-functionally to ensure Customer Care contributes meaningfully to the broader eCommerce strategy.

Key Responsibilities 

Customer Care Strategy & Growth 

Support and define the Customer Care strategy, identifying opportunities to improve customer experience, reduce friction, and drive business growth  

Proactively identify trends and opportunities across customer contacts, returns, and enquiries to inform business decisions  

Support and maintain a Customer Care roadmap aligned to eCommerce and business priorities  

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across service, returns, and post-purchase experiences 

Shift Customer Care channel from a cost centre to a profit centre  

Act as the key Customer Care representative across eCommerce, Retail, and Operations and support internal and external stakeholders  

Data, Reporting & Insights 

Analyse Customer Care data including ticket volume, contact drivers, returns data, and customer enquiries  

Deliver regular reporting including EOD and EOM insights  

Embed Voice of the Customer reporting in the business. Partner with our marketing team to drive personalisation initiatives with Assembly’s customer base  

Translate data into actionable recommendations to improve operations, product feedback loops, and customer experience  

Partner with key stakeholders to ensure insights are implemented and tracked  

Platforms & Systems Ownership 

Own and optimise Customer Care platforms 

Identify opportunities to improve automation, workflows, and system efficiencies  

Ensure platforms are configured to support scalability, reporting accuracy, and a seamless customer experience  

Team Leadership & Development 

Lead, manage, and develop the Customer Care team, fostering a high-performance and customer-first culture.   

Train and upskill team members to improve service quality, efficiency, and commercial awareness  

Oversee team rostering and resourcing to ensure coverage aligns with business needs, particularly during peak periods  

Act as escalation point for complex customer issues  

Leadership approach to be aligned to Assembly label values, with team to be lead accordingly  

Customer Experience & Operations 

Ensure all customer interactions align with brand values and deliver a premium experience  

Oversee day-to-day Customer Care operations across email, live chat, and social channels  

Identify opportunities to reduce return rates through improved product information, sizing guidance, and customer support  

Improve the overall efficiency and profitability of the Customer Care function  

Peak Trade & Operational Support 

Provide hands-on support during peak trading periods to ensure service levels are maintained  

Plan and prepare Customer Care operations for peak, including staffing, workflows, and communication strategies  

About You

Strong strategic thinking with the ability to identify growth opportunities 

Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills 

Experience managing Customer Care platforms (e.g. Shopify, Indigo 8, Gorgias, ReturnGO, and Global-e) 

Proven leadership and team development capability 

Process-driven with a focus on continuous improvement 

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 

Commercial mindset with a focus on efficiency and profitability 

Applying

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups who reflect our wonderfully diverse community. If you would like to request accommodations within the recruitment process, please contact us via [email protected]. Please include the job title and location in the subject line of the email.