Customer Services Operations Manager overseeing defence customer service operations and In-Service Support transitions at Thales Canada. Deputizing for the Services Director and driving performance, compliance, and process improvement.
Responsibilities
Oversee customer service operations and act as deputy to the Director, Services, when required
Represent the customer services function in internal and external meetings
Develop and implement customer service strategies, policies and procedures aligned with Thales’ global standards
Coordinate and own strategic services transformation in Canada based on customer requirements and In-Service Support opportunities
Plan, coordinate and implement transitions related to new contracts, service expansions and new In-Service Support opportunities
Report on service performance metrics and areas of concern based on Program Performance metrics
Assess work volumes and staffing needs to optimize resource allocation
Identify operational improvements, develop action plans and execute approved changes
Improve service workflows, knowledge management and communication processes
Support digital transformation through automation, system enhancements and integrated service tools
Participate in financial forecasting, budget management and cost control
Lead change initiatives, manage communications and support employees through organizational shifts
Review estimates from various disciplines as a peer in Bids, Products and Projects
Support internal and external audits and associated action plans
Ensure compliance with Thales processes, program requirements, external legislation, security, export control, controlled goods and regulatory frameworks
Liaise with PMO, Supply Chain, Engineering and other internal stakeholders
Support skills development and tool deployment for the Services organization
Requirements
A minimum 10 years of experience in working in a Service environment, 5 of which are in the Defence sector or similar technical, regulated sector
At least 8 years of experience with processes and techniques in an In Service Support environment from asset delivery to disposal
Prior experience presenting and communicating technical information to internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis
Proven ability to lead and influence stakeholders at all levels within the organization
Demonstrated experience creating process standardization and improvements, liaising with PMO, Supply Chain and Engineering, and supporting skills development and tool deployment
At least 5 years of experience with KPI tracking, data analysis, and reporting
At least 5 years of experience in budget management including estimating
Demonstrated change management experience in a complex, technical organization
At least 3 years of experience in people management, including performance reviews and hiring
Positive Controlled Goods assessment
Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level
Eligibility or ability to obtain authorization for access under the Canadian Export Control List, Canadian Controlled Goods Program, Canadian Industrial Security Program, ITAR and/or EAR
Advanced user of MS Office Suite, particularly Excel including pivot tables, pivot charts and Power Query
Advanced user of Power BI
Advanced user of Primavera project scheduling software
Ability to work 40 hours per week
Ability to travel as required, primarily within Canada
Benefits
Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program
Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period
Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave
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