Support Lead
Role Overview
This mid-level Support Lead role involves managing customer support operations for a logistics SaaS platform, including frontline chat response, ticket lifecycle management, and workflow optimization. The hire will work independently as part of a nimble team, directly impacting customer satisfaction by ensuring timely resolution of time-sensitive logistics issues. They'll own support metrics reporting and contribute to knowledge base development to improve overall support quality.
Perks & Benefits
This is a fully remote position with flexible work arrangements, offering competitive compensation of $1200-$1400/month. The role provides direct exposure to global trade operations and the opportunity to shape support processes from the ground up within a mission-driven, action-oriented team. While not explicitly stated, typical remote tech roles often include flexible scheduling and opportunities for career growth in operations or customer success.
Full Job Description
Support Lead – Logistics SaaS
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $1200-$1400/month
Reports To: Operations Manager / CEO
About Us
Revenue Vessel is a software platform that helps logistics professionals access and analyze import data. We primarily serve freight forwarders, customs brokers, trucking companies, and logistics tech providers across the U.S. and beyond. As we grow, we’re committed to delivering fast, accurate, and helpful support that matches the operational urgency of our customers.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Support Lead to take ownership of our customer support operations. This person will be the first line of response in our live chat system, manage ticket triage, ensure prompt resolutions, and continuously improve support workflows. Experience in logistics or supply chain operations is highly valued, as many customer issues are time-sensitive and industry-specific.
Key Responsibilities
1. Frontline Chat & Ticketing
Monitor and respond to inbound customer chats during business hours.
Provide quick and clear first-touch responses that acknowledge issues and set expectations.
Escalate or assign tickets to appropriate internal team members as needed.
2. Ticket Management
Own and manage the full lifecycle of support tickets (from triage to resolution).
Ensure all tickets are categorized, prioritized, and handled within target SLAs.
Keep customers informed of progress and resolution timelines.
3. Knowledge Base & Workflow Optimization
Identify recurring questions or issues and contribute to our internal documentation and customer-facing knowledge base.
Recommend and help implement workflow improvements to enhance support quality and speed.
4. Reporting & Feedback
Track support metrics (response time, resolution time, CSAT, etc.) and report trends to the leadership team.
Provide feedback to product and operations teams based on common support themes.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Must-Haves:
2+ years of experience in customer support, account management, or client success.
Exceptional written communication and attention to detail.
Experience with chat/ticket platforms like Pylon, Intercom, Zendesk, or similar.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and handle multiple conversations simultaneously.
Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Nice-to-Haves:
Background in freight forwarding, customs brokerage, trucking, or logistics SaaS.
Experience writing help center articles or standard operating procedures.
Familiarity with tools like Notion, HubSpot, or Slack.
Familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity.
Why Join Us
Mission-driven, nimble team with a bias for action.
Direct exposure to the operations of global trade and logistics.
Opportunity to shape support operations from the ground up.
Competitive compensation and flexibility.
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