Customer Service Representative (CSR)

About the job

Summary: The Customer Service Representative (CSR) is an on-site role responsible for engaging with customers through multiple channels, including phone, email, and in-person interactions. Front-desk duties include guiding customers through the showroom and assisting with product selection. The role also involves backend operations such as processing orders and coordinating logistics. CSRs play a crucial role in delivering outstanding service, ensuring customer satisfaction, and upholding company standards.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 2 Saturday(s) a month from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM

Job Status: This is a new position.

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: This hourly, non-exempt position pays from $18.75 to $21.75 per hour, with overtime compensated at 1.5 times the base rate. New hires usually earn between $40,000 and $46,200 annually, or more, depending on experience, overtime hours, and bonuses.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service through phone, email, and in-person interactions.
• Build and nurture strong customer relationships.
• Assist customers in selecting the appropriate products for their needs.
• Retrieve and bring product samples to customers in the showroom
• Address customer issues related to transactions, deliveries, and products
• Accurately maintain customer contact information and transaction records.
• Follow up with customers on quotes, inquiries, and sales opportunities.
• Process sales transactions, payments, and generate sales orders.
• Schedule deliveries and coordinate logistics for material shipments.
• Create shipping orders and packing lists.
• Answer inbound sales calls and proactively make outbound calls.
• Ensure showroom displays are maintained to the highest standards.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure efficient processing of customer orders.
• Support trade customers by understanding their project needs and recommending suitable MSI materials.
• Maintain marketing materials for easy customer access.
• Collaborate with Sales Representatives to keep account transactions and inventory up to date.
• Stay informed about company products and services.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Additionally the candidate must meet the following Education and/or Experience requirements:

• High School Diploma required; some college coursework preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience.
• Strong communication skills with a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Attentive to customer needs and details.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Goal-oriented with a focus on delivering excellent customer service.
• Strong math skills and the ability to perform quick calculations.
• Proficient with PCs and navigating a multi-window environment.
• Intermediate skills in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.