The Customer Service Representative is responsible for handling customer inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive customer experience. They communicate directly with clients via phone, email, or chat, providing product or service information, addressing complaints, and guiding customers through the problem-solving process. Their goal is to maintain customer satisfaction and foster strong relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, or live chat.
- Provide accurate information about products, services, or policies.
- Resolve customer complaints and issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Process orders, returns, and exchanges as needed.
- Maintain a record of customer interactions and transactions in the CRM system.
- Follow up with customers to ensure their issues have been resolved.
- Escalate complex or unresolved problems to the appropriate department or supervisor.
- Stay updated on product knowledge and any changes to company policies or procedures.
- Assist with customer feedback collection and report trends to management.
- Ensure compliance with company guidelines for customer service excellence.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in business or a related field is a plus.
- Previous experience in a customer service or call center role.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle difficult or irate customers with professionalism.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude toward customer service.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet performance targets.
Work Environment:
- Office or remote setting, depending on the company’s policy.
- Interaction with customers over phone, email, or chat systems.
- May involve sitting for extended periods and using a computer.