Customer Service Rep- (HYBRID)- Waukegan, IL

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities. Responds to customer order and quotation requests received via the telephone, e-mail, written, and faxed correspondence. Performs necessary follow-up to ensure customer service expectations are met. Researches and suggests alternative products to customer. Uses computerized system for tracking, information gathering, and/or troubleshooting. Nature and Scope. Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor. Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior co-worker and/or supervisor. None. Work Environment. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Minimum Qualifications. Must be eighteen years of age. Must pass the Drug Test. Must pass the Background Check. Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable. Education and Experience. HS Diploma or GED required. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility. Preferred Qualifications. Previous Customer Service experience. Industry product knowledge. Passion for customers and delivering top quality customer service. Ability to learn both independently and in group settings. Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Basic level knowledge of Microsoft Office tools: Excel, Word and Outlook. Job Summary. Provide customer service by responding to inquiries regarding product selection, services and issues. Associates will be responsible for knowledge on 20,000 products and 3 catalogues. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities. Responds to customer order and quotation requests received via the telephone, e-mail, written, and faxed correspondence within the department service goals. Resolves customer issues including issuance of credit concessions. Performs necessary follow-up to ensure customer service expectations are met. Builds relationships if assigned a specific customer base. Facilitates profitable growth and the sales process by adherence to department incentive and initiative programs. Researches and suggests alternative products to customers. Provides representation of products, increasing sales wherever appropriate or as requested. Uses computerized system for tracking, information gathering, and/or troubleshooting. Utilizes in-depth product knowledge to answer more specialized product calls. May be responsible for outbound calls to vendors. Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor. Understands and supports compliance issues if required for assigned customer base. Nature and Scope. Refers complex, unusual problems to supervisor. Under general supervision, exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques. Work typically involves regular review of output by a senior coworker or supervisor. None. Work Environment. Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. No travel required. Education and Experience. HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. Specialized skills training/certification may be required. Generally 2-5 years of experience in area of responsibility.