Customer Service Agent

Description

The customer service specialist will flourish as a liaison between our company and our current and potential customers. The successful candidate will be able to accept ownership for effectively solving customer issues, complaints, and inquiries, keeping both internal and external customer satisfaction at the core of every decision and behavior.

This is a full-time position on-site from 8:45 am-5:00 pm, paid hourly. This position calls for ensuring smooth operations by managing customer inquiries, processing orders, handling accounts receivable functions, and providing outstanding customer service. In addition, the successful candidate will be able to accept ownership for effectively solving customer issues, complaints, and inquiries, keeping both internal and external customer satisfaction at the core of every decision and behavior.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Performing general office duties, including scanning, faxing, and other administrative tasks as needed.
• Maintaining customer accounts, updating contact information, credit limits, and payment terms as needed.
• Collaborating with the sales team and other departments to resolve customer issues and discrepancies effectively.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers, addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally and promptly.
• Covering receptionist breaks by managing incoming calls, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries appropriately.
• performing general office duties, including scanning, faxing, and other administrative tasks as needed.
•  Answering incoming calls and emails promptly and professionally, promptly addressing customer inquiries, concerns, and requests.
• Conducting collections calls to follow up on outstanding invoices and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Applying cash receipts to customer accounts accurately and efficiently.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in customer service, accounts receivable, or related roles within the liquor and wine industry is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods are sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift approximately 15 pounds at times.

 

Compensation

• Starting Pay $20 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Annual bonus opportunity

Benefits

• 401K
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Vacation Time
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

 

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