Company Description
Husk Power Systems (“Husk”) is an award-winning clean energy company serving rural Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2024, it was named to Fast Company’s list of 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World, ranking #24 overall and #1 in the energy category. In 2023, it was also named the “World’s Best Challenger Brand” in the energy industry. The company’s AI-powered rural energy platform, centered around community solar minigrids, provides 24/7 renewable power to rural households, commercial customers, institutions and small factories. It also delivers a range of other products and services, including e-commerce and credit-financing of quality-assured appliances for home and commercial use, as well as community-based solutions for e-mobility and the agricultural value chain. Husk’s mission is to superchange economic growth and social well-being in rural communities that are unserved and underserved.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Develop and execute customer relations strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure exceptional customer experiences throughout the customer journey.
• Lead and manage a team of customer relations professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support to achieve departmental goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, and O&M, to align customer relations efforts with overall business objectives.
• Establish and maintain a customer-centric culture within the organization, promoting a customer first mindset across all departments.
• Develop and implement customer feedback mechanisms to gather insights, assess satisfaction levels, and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze customer data and feedback to generate actionable insights and recommendations for enhancing customer experiences.
• Implement effective customer segmentation strategies and develop personalized communication plans to engage customers and drive loyalty.
• Oversee the resolution of customer issues and complaints, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolution to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Monitor customer satisfaction metrics and KPIs, regularly reporting on performance and making recommendations for improvement.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in customer relations management, proactively identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Foster strong relationships with key customers, conducting regular business reviews and seeking opportunities for upselling or cross-selling.
Qualifications
• Bachelors / Master’s degree in Business Administration in Mass Communication, Public Relations or a related field.
• 12-15 years of experience in customer relations management, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve departmental goals and deliver outstanding results.
• In-depth knowledge of customer relations best practices, methodologies, and technologies, with experience in implementing customer-centric strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive decision-making and customer-focused initiatives.
• Proficiency in customer relationship management (CRM) systems and other relevant software tools.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to handle complex customer issues and complaints effectively.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Is required to travel for at least 7 days per month, to meet customers and obtain their feedback.
Additional Information
Job Location: Patna/Mumbai
Compensation: 20 LPA based on experience.
What We Do
Husk is one of the world’s leading distributed utilities. Founded in 2008, the company provides reliable power to rural communities and businesses, entirely from renewable energy sources – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – at a price they can afford. It offers customers a flexible “pay-as-you-go” energy service, using a mobile-enabled smart metering system. It provides low-cost energy that matches the growing needs of our customers; for households, community services and productive uses. Its grid-compatible solution can be rolled out quickly and cost-effectively to support national electrification plans.