Customer Service Team Leader

An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers, patients and students healthy, safe and productive by providing products. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate 1% of total revenue to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation.

About The Role

Reporting to the National Customer Experience Manager, you will lead, coach, and develop a team of Customer Service Representatives, fostering a high-performance culture focused on consistently exceeding customer expectations and delivering exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and motivate a team of Customer Service Representatives to achieve performance targets

Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and training to enhance customer service skills and outcomes

Manage and resolve complex or escalated customer enquiries

Monitor daily operations to ensure service levels and KPIs (response times, resolution, customer satisfaction) are consistently met

Track and analyse team performance metrics including call volume, handling time, and first call resolution

Prepare and communicate regular performance reports to the team

Conduct one-on-one meetings, probation reviews, and support individual development plans (PDPs)

Identify training needs and partner with management to implement continuous improvement initiatives

About You

Proven leadership and coaching experience with at least 3 years in a high-volume, fast-paced customer service environment

Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence outcomes

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and drive team performance and change

Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and continuous improvement mindset

Highly organised with strong time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities under pressure

Advanced computer literacy, including CRM systems (e.g. Genesys), with strong attention to detail and analytical capability

Benefits of working with COS

Flexible hybrid workplace

Annual employee incentive schemes

Generous Reward and Recognition programs

Commitment to professional development with ongoing training and career development opportunities

Access to free Mental Health programs

Birthday, Paid Parental Leave and Purchase Leave available

Convenient location with free onsite parking

Modern onsite gym

Employee discounts on full product range

Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives

Novated Lease / Salary Sacrifice for electric vehicles available

More about COS

When you join COS, you’ll be working for a growing, socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities to a talented and diverse team of passionate people, who live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Service Excellence, Self-Reflective, and Family. Together, we work towards finding new and original ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive.

Through the success of our business, COS has been proud to give back over $20 million to community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded, allocating 1% of annual revenue to the foundation each year.

Founded in 1977, COS is the largest Australian owned and operated national office products business. With over 700 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we’re ready to welcome you onboard!

How to Apply

Please follow the instructions on the application page regarding your Work History. You can include a resume to give us an overview of your previous relevant experience.

COS can offer you not just a job but a career.

If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you!