
Senior Representative Customer Services and Support (CLS)
- Bolingbrook, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assists the supervisor/manager in assuring that good relations with the customers are maintained by all the representatives. Any and all complaints are handled in a courteous and efficient manner. Solicits customer feedback and regularly reports responses to supervisor. Negative feedback or response is promptly reviewed with the supervisor.
- Assists supervisor/manager in directing the daily activities of Customer Service Representatives (CSR) which includes but is not limited to:
- Coordinating even, daily work flow among all personnel.
- Assuring that all shipments of product are handled on a timely basis.
- Ensuring that inbound shipments are entered into the inventory in a timely, efficient manner.
- Ensuring accurate customer invoicing is processed to include inbound recurring and EMO billing.
- Ensuring accurate physical and cycle count inventories.
- Processing and releasing of adjustment orders.
- Resolves difficult customer problems. Maintains a good working relationship with customers. Reports all customer feedback and assists the other customer service reps in resolving customer problems.
- Provides training for new hires and provides input on performance levels of CSR I and II
- Process & input all customer orders timely and accurately. Generate Coordinates requests made by customers with supervisors/managers and CSR's.
- Maintains complex metrics, records & reports as required. Ensures that inventory records are current and accurate. Prepares and maintains other records as required.
- Processes adjustments & produces invoices timely and accurately. Assures proper invoicing of accounts by verifying computer-generated invoices.
- Acts as liaison between warehouse personnel and customer. Resolves problems as they occur and ensures that accurate and complete information is conveyed to all concerned
- Works with Administration to ensure proper supply levels are maintained.
- Audits productivity statistics of CSR's to ensure Company standard are maintained.
- Ensures filing system is kept current and complete.
- Assists in collection activities for past due accounts receivable.
- Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination
- Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility.
- Position requires the incumbent's performance to meet and occasionally exceed standards as set by the company for safety, quality, productivity and customer services.
- Minimum of three (3) years customer service or inventory control in the distribution and logistics industry is required
- Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be proficient in data entry
- Advanced spreadsheet skills required.
- Must possess elevated level of skills to manage and resolve EDI issues.
- Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures
- Ability to write legibly
- Must have good math skills
- Ability to make decisions on customer acceptance based on past experience
- Above average verbal, writing, and grammar skills in English
- Must have attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention
- Must be strong in customer focus
- Must act in a professional manner
- Must be able to maintain information as confidential
- Must be a team player
- Some PC & college level courses preferred
- Must be able to adapt and respond to change.
- Must be action oriented
- Teamwork - showing a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
- Respect - extending dignity and respect to all people.
- Integrity - fostering trust and a positive work environment.
- Innovation - bringing creativity to the workplace.
- Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.
- PTO
- 6 days sick time
- 8 paid holidays
- 1 paid "Personal Holiday"
- Company Bonus Plan
- 401(K) SAVE Plan
- Annual Fixed Contribution
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage
- Voluntary Benefits
- Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Referral Program