5049 - Kelly Education Client Manager - Bloomington, MN
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The Client Services Manager is responsible for the
development and execution of strategies for the Client Services department
creating efficiencies and assisting in the achievement of KES’s strategic
goals. The Client Services Manager is instrumental in Kelly Education’s overall
success with customers utilizing various solutions. This position will serve as
the primary point of contact for the customer as it pertains to the overall
client relationship and service delivery. He/she will serve as a business partner
to the client by acting as an extension of the customer’s HR department,
developing and maintaining relationships with the customer, identifying process
improvements, and ensuring consistent service levels across the customer’s
school district.Essential FunctionsBusiness DevelopmentEnthusiastically identifies business growth opportunities
with new end-users, departments, and/or divisionsMaintains thorough understanding and knowledge of customer’s
business, industry, trends, and current eventsDevelops strong relationships with new and existing customer
end-users by understanding their business and staffing needs and by
facilitating connections between customers departments and the KES sales teamCommunicates and demonstrates the value of KES solutions to
the customer through proactive communication via customer meetings,
presentation or sharing of industry analysis, standard methodologies, and/or
thought leadership materialsExecutes the account strategy with input and support from
internal KES partner groups (e.g. Sales, Talent Operations, Central Service
Center)Monitors customer satisfaction levels and develops plans to
ensure customer expectations are metInvests time in customer-facing activities to understand
needsManages and grows relationships with partners across the
customer’s organizationDemonstrates understanding for the customer’s priorities,
processes, policies and proceduresActively identifies and implements work processes that
improve speed, productivity, efficiency, cost, and/or the customer experienceParticipates in account-specific lead sharing meetingsSeeks firsthand customer feedback and applies feedback to
improve servicePrepares and presents Monthly, Quarterly, Annual, Ad Hoc
business reviewsAccount ManagementMaintain thorough understanding and knowledge of current
hiring practices, recruitment strategies, and staffing industry trendsCollaborate with KES partner groups regarding recruiting
strategies based on client needMaintain regular contact with client managers regarding
orders (e.g., order confirmation and status updates)Maintains a working relationship with the Talent Training
specialist to ensure all client training needs are being metServes as contact for customer issues, identifies and
executes appropriate actions to resolve issues and/or advances as appropriate,
and monitors results to ensure action plans are effectiveParticipates in customer meetings, analyzes customer needs,
makes staffing recommendations, and secures staffing requestsMust have complete knowledge of contractual agreements in
order to ensure 100% complianceEnsures all order activity is accurately documented in front
office systemsManages assigned functions of account P&L (e.g., cost of
services, documentation of cost savings, and demonstration of beneficial
services to the customer)Determines customer reporting requirements and documents
information appropriatelyCreates, reviews, and analyzes reports and statistics,
taking action when necessary.Provides end-user technical support on programs that assist
in the customer order processProvides additional administrative support as necessary to
ensure internal and external customer satisfactionCustomer ServiceField incoming calls and emailsRespond to team, customer and employee needs via email,
phone or in-personManage/resolve customer and employee issuesSolicit customer/employee feedback to improve serviceRequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s
degree preferred2+ years of customer service, staffing, client, or account
managementMust be able to function in complex and matrix environments
with multiple partnersAbility to develop strong working relationships with all
levelsGood written and verbal communication skills, negotiation,
interpersonal, and decision-making skills. Individual must be able to function
independently/autonomously yet know when to get management involved. Must be
comfortable presenting to and influencing many levels of management within
Kelly and the customerMust be innovative in their approach, willing to take risks,
and operate in ambiguous situationsAttention to detail, ability to multi-task, use sound
judgement, and prioritizeStrong leadership, problem solving, and decision-making
skillsMust have proficient computer skills including Word, Excel,
and PowerPointWhat’s in it for you?Kelly takes pride in supporting the whole person, their
family and their future. We understand that in order to thrive, we have to
build lasting relationships and provide our employees with endless possibilities
for growth. At the end of the day, we know that work is more than making a
living – it’s about making a life.Additional Benefits:Healthcare – Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) MatchPaid Time OffVacation Purchase ProgramTuition ReimbursementPerkSpot – Personal Online Discount ProgramWhy Kelly?Working at Kelly means being part of a global team making
people-work connections that count, because we believe helping people become
who they’re meant to be benefits us all. At every location and every level
within our company, Kelly’s people are unique in their understanding and
commitment to helping people create better futures and helping companies across
the globe compete, prosper, and grow. The work we do matters. Helping people transform
their lives matters. Shaping the future of work matters. If you have a passion
for helping others, what’s next for you may very well be joining our internal
global team and working to make a difference.About KellyKelly connects talented people to companies in need of their
skills in areas including Science, Engineering, Education, Office, Contact
Center, Light Industrial, and more. We’re always thinking about what’s next in
the evolving world of work, and we help people ditch the script on old ways of
thinking and embrace the value of all workstyles in the workplace. We directly
employ nearly 500,000 people around the world, and we connect thousands more
with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners in our
outsourcing and consulting practice.Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to
employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities,
females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation,
gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.#LI-CJ
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