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Founded in 2008, CEFALY Technology is transforming migraine care with innovative, drug-free, and non-invasive therapeutic solutions. Our mission is to solve the persistent problem of migraine through advanced neuro-therapeutic technology.
Our flagship device, the CEFALY DUAL, is an external Trigeminal Nerve Stimulator (eTNS) that delivers controlled electrical impulses through a self-adhesive electrode placed on the forehead to stimulate the trigeminal nerve—helping reduce the frequency and intensity of migraine attacks.
In 2020, CEFALY DUAL became the first device of its kind available over-the-counter (OTC) in the United States. To date, CEFALY has helped treat over 2 billion migraines worldwide, and we continue to expand access to safe, effective, drug-free migraine care.
Location: Darien, CT (Hybrid)
Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000
Position Summary
The Customer Service Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for owning and operating the customer service function end to end. This is a player/coach role that combines direct customer interaction with team leadership, process design, and performance management.
The role owns how customer service functions across internal staff and an external call center partner, including SOP development, KPI definition and tracking, quality oversight, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is comfortable rolling up their sleeves while also building scalable, compliant processes in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Hands-On Customer Support (Player)
Actively handle customer inquiries, escalations, and complex cases across phone, email, and digital channels
Serve as the primary escalation point for internal representatives and external call center agents
Ensure consistent, high-quality customer interactions aligned with brand and compliance expectations
Team Leadership & Ownership (Coach)
Directly manage internal customer service representatives, including hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management
Set clear expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and conduct regular performance reviews
Build a culture of accountability, customer focus, and continuous improvement
Own workforce planning in coordination with volume trends and business needs
External Call Center Management
Own the day-to-day relationship with the external call center partner
Define performance expectations, SLAs, and quality standards
Develop training materials and documentation used by external agents
Monitor performance through KPIs, call monitoring, and regular business reviews
Identify gaps and drive corrective actions when performance or compliance issues arise
SOP Development & Process Design
Create, document, and maintain customer service SOPs, workflows, and work instructions
Ensure consistency across internal teams and external partners
Partner with Quality and Regulatory to ensure SOPs meet applicable requirements (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485, EU MDR as applicable)
Regularly review and update procedures based on audits, metrics, and business changes
Metrics, KPIs & Reporting
Define, implement, and track customer service KPIs, including but not limited to:
Average Speed of Answer (ASA)
Average Handle Time (AHT)
First Contact Resolution
CSAT / NPS
Call abandonment rate
Complaint and escalation trends
Develop dashboards and regular reporting for leadership
Use data to identify root causes, prioritize improvements, and justify resourcing decisions
Quality & Regulatory Support
Ensure accurate intake, documentation, and escalation of product complaints and adverse events
Partner closely with Quality and Regulatory teams on complaint handling, post-market surveillance, and audits
Support internal and external audits related to customer service operations
Ensure training records, SOPs, and documentation are audit-ready
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as the voice of the customer internally
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, IT, Quality, and Regulatory to resolve systemic issues
Support product launches, promotions, and process changes from a customer service perspective
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
5+ years of customer service experience, including 2+ years in a hands-on leadership or player/coach role
5+ years of experience managing or working closely with an external call center or BPO partner
3+ years of experience developing SOPs, workflows, and performance metrics from the ground up
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred
5+ years of experience in a regulated industry (medical device, healthcare, consumer health, or pharmaceutical)
Familiarity with FDA complaint handling and post-market surveillance processes
Experience with CRM and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Zendesk, Salesforce)
Data-driven mindset with experience building KPI dashboards
Key Competencies
Ownership mentality — treats customer service as a business function, not just a support role
Comfortable switching between strategic thinking and hands-on execution
Strong judgment in escalations and compliance-sensitive situations
Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Effective partner manager and internal collaborator