National Sales Customer Service Representative
Summary of Position
Generates revenue through accurate and efficient processing of customer orders and ongoing efforts to satisfy customers.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a high-level of customer satisfaction and repeat business for retail & foodservice accounts
- Develop relationships with customer contacts to ensure high level of customer satisfaction and efficient, accurate order processing
- Perform outbound & answer inbound calls and emails regarding orders, add-ons, changes and/or confirmations
- Answers questions regarding code numbers, credits, inventory changes, etc.
- Support the overall National Sales department, as needed and is available for back-up support
- Support the corresponding outside sales representatives as needed
- Maintains knowledge of our product lines and special programs
- Position involves additional responsibilities beyond those listed and will be covered thoroughly in a Task Sheet/Job Description
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong ability to communicate in written and verbal medium with a diverse range of vendors, customers, and staff.
- Good organization skills and high attention to detail.
- Accurate and efficient data entry skills into a computer-based inventory system. Often involves repetitive use of hands, fingers, and wrists to enter, move and perform office tasks.
- Ability to utilize computers and software (Navision; MS Word, Excel & Outlook) and office equipment.
- Prior experience in a similar customer service and/or inside sales environment. Food products/industry knowledge preferred.
- Comfortable working in a sedentary position involving a high level of mental attention and occasional walking within office/warehouse.
- Mathematical ability to perform basic math functions, verify numbers in computer system, and basic understanding of product specifications (piece, case, etc.).
- Anticipates problems and demonstrates strong decision-making and problem-solving skills to respond quickly.
- Ability to work independently with a strong level of self-motivation, initiative, and organizational qualities. Works in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
- High School Diploma/similar degree
Schedule
Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm (subject to change)
Salary Range
- Competitive Wages starting at $20 an hour
- Paid time off and holidays
- Medical, dental & vision insurance and other supplemental benefits
- 401K match