Posted 3d ago

Manager, Support Operations

@ Infor
Barneveld, Netherlands, Netherlands
HybridFull Time
Responsibilities:Lead team, Improve processes, Monitor KPIs
Requirements Summary:Experienced Customer Support Operations Manager leading analysts; strong leadership, analytics, and process improvement.
Technical Tools Mentioned:ERP systems, Cloud technologies, Customer support tools
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Customer Support Operations Manager to lead an assigned team of support analysts and optimise support operations. This role is responsible for developing team capability, ensuring strong technical and product understanding, and driving operational excellence to improve customer outcomes.
The Customer Support Operations Manager plays a key role in shaping the support organisation’s culture, fostering collaboration within the team and across functions, and proactively identifying and removing obstacles that impact team performance and customer experience. The role focuses on leadership, performance management, mentoring, and continuous improvement while operating in a customer‑centric, outcome‑driven environment.
A Day in The Life Typically Includes
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, motivate, and coach a team of approximately 10 Support Analysts
Set clear expectations and goals aligned with organisational objectives
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive, actionable feedback
Support career development through coaching, mentoring, and development planning
Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture
Drive engagement and motivation by recognising achievements and individual contributions
Ensure team members have the required training, knowledge, and enablement to succeed
Contribute to shaping the culture of the Support organisation in line with wider company goals
Process Improvement, Technical & Product Knowledge
Maintain and continuously develop a solid understanding of technical and product environments
Ensure the team has the appropriate technical and product knowledge to address customer needs effectively
Identify, analyse, and implement improvements to support processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workflows
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends or areas requiring improvement
Team & Customer Experience
Collaborate closely across the Support organisation and with Product Development, Cloud Operations, and other key stakeholders
Proactively identify recurring issues, systemic problems, and operational blockers
Ensure the team is equipped to manage customer issues efficiently and effectively
Monitor customer feedback and drive continuous improvement in customer experience
Implement strategies to improve support effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and retention
Reporting & Analysis
Produce regular reports on support operations performance and key metrics
Analyse data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Take a proactive, data‑driven approach to issue identification and resolution
Present insights, findings, and recommendations to senior management
Plan Management
Develop and manage the support operations plan for the assigned team
Monitor expenses and ensure adherence to agreed plans and budgets
Basic Qualifications
Proven experience in Customer Support or Operations Management
Demonstrated leadership and people management capability
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with customer support tools and technologies
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a high‑growth, fast‑paced, global environment
Experience with data analysis and reporting tools
Knowledge of ERP systems, Cloud technologies, or technical support environments
Domain knowledge in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Warehouse Management
Understanding of industry best practices in customer support operations
Experience with project management methodologies
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience