Customer Operations Manager

ERIKS Transportation GmbH; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services provider in Cramlington is seeking a Customer Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and build strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, operational expertise, and the ability to manage KPIs effectively. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave and wellbeing support.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave

Option to buy extra leave

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in handling customer inquiries and resolving issues.
• Proven experience in managing customer relationships.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day execution of the customer contract.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customer stakeholders.
• Manage the OnSite budget for revenue and margin growth.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Leadership

Operational expertise

KPI Management

Collaboration

Job description

Join ERIKS UK&I OnSite Division… Powering Industry from the Inside Out…At ERIKS UK&I, our OnSite teams are based directly on-site with our customers, playing a critical role in managing and optimising the industrial supply chain. We ensure the right engineering components, MRO products, and services are always on hand, helping reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and keep industry running smoothly.We’re not engineers on the tools, we’re trusted supply chain experts who support operational success from within. Our presence on-site allows us to build strong, trusted partnerships and deliver tailored, data-driven solutions that add value where it matters most — at the heart of our customers' operations!If you enjoy solving problems, working in an inclusive team environment and making a meaningful impact, you’ll find your place with us, because we believe diverse perspectives help us build better solutions, together.**Job Location:** Cramlington**About the Role:**The Customer Operations Manager is a critical leader within the OnSites and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of the customer contract, delivering exceptional service and stores management excellence.* Serve as the primary face of the OnSite operation, building and maintaining strong relationships with key customer stakeholders* Act as the first point of contact for escalated risks and low-level issue resolution, ensuring timely and satisfactory outcomes* Provide direct line management for the OnSite team, ensuring performance aligns with operational objectives* Ensure compliance with service level agreements and contractual customer requirements.* Implement and monitor processes that enhance operational efficiency and accuracy in stores management* Take ownership of delivering and reporting contractual KPIs, ensuring performance metrics are met or exceeded* Manage the OnSite budget with commercial responsibility for revenue and margin growth* Leverage tools and resources to identify opportunities for increasing profitability* Collaborate with the Product Business Units to offer tailored solutions that deliver the best value to the customer* Identify opportunities to introduce value added services and initiatives that benefit the customer and support ERIKS growth* Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Product Business Units to align solutions with customer needs**Working Hours:**Mon -Thurs: 07:30 - 16:00Fri: 07:30 - 15:00Total Hours: 39Breaks: 30 mins**Key Skills, Experience & Requirements:*** Line manager responsibility* Experience in handling customer inquiries, resolving issues, and offering tailored solutions to meet customer goals* Proven experience in managing customer relationships, with a strong focus on providing excellent service, addressing client needs, and maintaining long-term partnerships* Leadership and people management* Operational expertise* KPI Management* Continuous Improvement* Collaboration* HSEQ knowledge* Full UK/Ireland Driving Licence RequiredAlongside a competitive salary, our benefits package is designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life beyond work:**Time Off That Works for You*** 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays* Option to buy up to 5 extra days* 1 paid wellbeing day per year**Health & Wellbeing*** Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support* Virtual GP access, counselling, nutrition & fitness coaching, physiotherapy* Medical second opinions, lifestyle coaching, and wellness discounts**Security & Support*** Company sick pay from day one* Contributory pension scheme* Group income protection *(after qualifying period)** Life assurance**Extra Perks*** Company car or allowance* Cycle to Work scheme* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave* Fertility leave and support# # With 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, you’re never far from a supportive, inclusive team. From shop floors through to strategic roles, your skills make a difference wherever you are.We’re proud of our engineering heritage, but our impact goes far beyond the workshop. We deliver innovative solutions and technical expertise to keep industry moving forward.We’re building a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Diversity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words, they’re central to who we are and how we grow. If you're looking for purpose, opportunity, and a place to belong, you’ll find it here.Let’s build something remarkable together.ERIKS is an Equal Opportunities Employer.**Our people.**From helping companies cut their CO2 emissions, to keeping global food manufacturers moving at pace, our people are proud to partner with our customers to make a real difference.It's the inner workings of making industry work better. You might see just valves or O-rings but to us, they're so much more than that. We turn them into solutions that help our customers power the world. Whatever your role here, you play an important part in making exceptional things happen every day by bringing your hard work, commitment, and accountability.If you're passionate about solving complex customer challenges, then ERIKS is the right place for you.Because here, **everyone has the chance to make remarkable a reality.**