Interim Global Head of Customer Service
Indexed description
As Global Head of Customer Service, you will lead and scale the global Customer Service function, ensuring consistent, high-quality support across all customer touchpoints. The role combines strategic ownership with hands-on operational leadership and full accountability for performance, delivery, and service model development.
Responsibilities
Service Strategy & Operating Model
- Define and own the global Customer Service strategy, roadmap, and operating model
- Develop and evolve service offerings, including channels, SLAs, and support scope
- Lead implementation of scalable solutions with a strong focus on automation, AI, and self-service
- Own and manage the Customer Service budget
- Define and govern global KPIs and performance targets
- Own end-to-end Customer Service operations across all markets
- Ensure effective workforce planning, scheduling, and case management
- Monitor and optimise performance across all channels (email, chat, phone, marketplaces)
- Act as the final escalation point for complex or high-impact customer cases
- Ensure compliance with policies, data privacy requirements, and financial controls
- Monitor and optimise operational and quality KPIs (e.g. CSAT, FRT, AHT, resolution rate)
- Analyse customer contact drivers to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and service quality
- Build and maintain a high-performing, service-oriented team culture
- Set clear expectations, goals, and performance follow-up routines
- Act as the primary interface between Customer Service and internal stakeholders
- Provide structured insights on customer issues, trends, and operational challenges
- Maintain a consolidated view of customer-facing issues and escalations
- Ensure effective cross-functional follow-up with logistics, product, digital, and other teams
- 7+ years of leadership experience within the Customer Service industry
- Proven ability to lead and operate high-volume, multi-channel support environments
- Strong understanding of Customer Service KPIs, workforce planning, and service operations
- Solid financial acumen and understanding of cost drivers within Customer Service
- Strong interest and engagement in efficiency, automation, and AI-driven service models
- Fluent in English, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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