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VP, Customer Service

Northfield, IL
Full-Time

Job Description

Job Summary

Job Description

Plan and direct all aspects of the organization’s customer service policies, objectives, and initiatives. Responsible for carrying out strategic vision for two or more service groups throughout multiple locations. Develop and implement strategic plans based on company goals to support sales growth and increase customer satisfaction. Ensures decisions are aligned with strategic vision.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning & Execution

  • Develops and implements operational strategies

  • Drives process innovation and continuous improvement

  • Aligns operations with business goals and customer satisfaction

Team Leadership & Culture

  • Typically manages through Director level employees

  • Leads large, multi-functional teams

  • Mentors and develops talent

  • Fosters inclusive, mission-driven cultures

Technology & Platform Optimization

  • Implements and manages CCaaS platforms (e.g., NICE CXone, RingCentral, Five9, Genesys, AWS Connect)

  • Leverages Omnichannel tools (voice, chat, text, AI assistants)

  • Drives automation and digital transformation

Performance & Financial Management

  • Manages budgets, forecasting, expenses, and P&L accountability; implements cost saving measures where appropriate

  • Monitors KPIs, dashboards, and scorecards

  • Ensures compliance and service level achievement

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Interfaces regularly with internal stakeholders including, but not limited to, Sales, Marketing, and Operations Executive Leadership.

  • Presents to C-suite and executive audiences

  • Manages vendor relationships

  • Ensures that good customer relations are maintained and customer claims and complaints are resolved fairly and effectively, and in accordance with consumer law.

  • Influences cross-functional teams and organizational change

Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.

  • Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, or related) preferred

Work Experience

  • At least 10 years of customer service experience, with 7-10 years of direct management experience.

  • At least 3 years in senior leadership role.

  • At least 10 years of experience developing strategic initiatives which align with business goals and budget.

  • At least 10 years of experience directly managing people including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they work.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Deep knowledge of CCaaS and CRM platforms.

  • Experience with omnichannel environments and automation.

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

  • Ability to lead change and influence culture.

  • Executive presence and presentation skills.

  • Experience identifying operational issues, recommending, and implementing strategies to resolve problems.

  • Experience influencing and motivating others to drive results in a multi-location and matrixed environment.

  • Experience analyzing and reporting data to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$152,880.00 - $229,320.00 Annual

The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Job Summary

Job Description

Plan and direct all aspects of the organization’s customer service policies, objectives, and initiatives. Responsible for carrying out strategic vision for two or more service groups throughout multiple locations. Develop and implement strategic plans based on company goals to support sales growth and increase customer satisfaction. Ensures decisions are aligned with strategic vision.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning & Execution

  • Develops and implements operational strategies

  • Drives process innovation and continuous improvement

  • Aligns operations with business goals and customer satisfaction

Team Leadership & Culture

  • Typically manages through Director level employees

  • Leads large, multi-functional teams

  • Mentors and develops talent

  • Fosters inclusive, mission-driven cultures

Technology & Platform Optimization

  • Implements and manages CCaaS platforms (e.g., NICE CXone, RingCentral, Five9, Genesys, AWS Connect)

  • Leverages Omnichannel tools (voice, chat, text, AI assistants)

  • Drives automation and digital transformation

Performance & Financial Management

  • Manages budgets, forecasting, expenses, and P&L accountability; implements cost saving measures where appropriate

  • Monitors KPIs, dashboards, and scorecards

  • Ensures compliance and service level achievement

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Interfaces regularly with internal stakeholders including, but not limited to, Sales, Marketing, and Operations Executive Leadership.

  • Presents to C-suite and executive audiences

  • Manages vendor relationships

  • Ensures that good customer relations are maintained and customer claims and complaints are resolved fairly and effectively, and in accordance with consumer law.

  • Influences cross-functional teams and organizational change

Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.

  • Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, or related) preferred

Work Experience

  • At least 10 years of customer service experience, with 7-10 years of direct management experience.

  • At least 3 years in senior leadership role.

  • At least 10 years of experience developing strategic initiatives which align with business goals and budget.

  • At least 10 years of experience directly managing people including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they work.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Deep knowledge of CCaaS and CRM platforms.

  • Experience with omnichannel environments and automation.

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

  • Ability to lead change and influence culture.

  • Executive presence and presentation skills.

  • Experience identifying operational issues, recommending, and implementing strategies to resolve problems.

  • Experience influencing and motivating others to drive results in a multi-location and matrixed environment.

  • Experience analyzing and reporting data to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$152,880.00 - $229,320.00 Annual

The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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About Medline Industries

Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its unique offering of world-class products, supply chain resilience and clinical practice expertise, Medline delivers improved clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs 43,000 people worldwide and operates in over 100 countries and territories.

It has always been Medline's intention and purpose to create a great place to work for everyone. We believe tapping into the richness of our employees' diversity allows us to find innovative solutions for our customers, who themselves represent a diverse group both in the U.S. and around the world. The Belonging and Engagement team at Medline is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. We focus on creating opportunities for employees to feel seen, supported, and connected through initiatives like Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), cultural awareness events, new hire engagement, and leadership training.

Every hour of every day, healthcare professionals rely on Medline to help them do their job. Our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time. If you're a self-starter, eager to grow your career within a high-performing environment, this is the place for you. Together, we make healthcare run better.

For more on all things Belonging at Medline Industries, check out our home page here.

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