JOB SUMMARY
- The Lead Customer Service Representative is responsible for assisting in day-to-day operations while serving the needs of the company’s customers. The Lead Customer Service Representative will actively promote excellent customer service to every customer or potential customer.
- The Lead Customer Service Representative is required to display the highest level of professionalism in all customer interactions, both internal and external.
- The Lead Customer Service Representative reports to the Manager of Customer Service or Supervisor of Customer Service as assigned.
- The Lead Customer Service Representative reports to the
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The Lead Customer Service Representative is accountable for the following items:
- Processing customer escalations, researching difficult issues assigned by supervisors or management; maintaining ownership of all unresolved problems referred to them.
- Assisting internal customers on the floor as well as over the phone in the customer relations queue, including processing inbound and outbound calls based on company needs.
- Assisting supervisors and management in account research, training initiatives, and special projects.
- Provide general support and assistance to internal and external customers, coordinating with the management team as needed.
- Creating a motivational environment for employees to perform work efficiently; persuading, coaching, and creating opportunities for employees.
- Walking the floor to observe the successful job performance of all staff members and bringing all deviations to the attention of a supervisor or manager, as assigned.
- Providing excellent customer service to every customer and potential customer.
- Meeting and/or exceeding customer subscription objectives.
- Maintaining customer database by recording all activities, transactions, and communications with customers in CHR.
- Following and enforcing the Company’s policies and procedures, including the EEO guidelines and safety, at all times;
- Performing any miscellaneous department duties as needed.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED – required
- Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience – required
- Ability to perform the essential job functions of the Customer Relations Specialists – required
- Strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs, i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook – required
Other Requirements
- Background record that meets Company standards.
- Reliable means of transportation at all times.
- Excellent work attendance record.
- Present self professionally in appearance and demeanor.
- Strictly maintains confidentiality of financial and/or other information acquired in the course of work; discloses only when authorized, unless legally obligated to do so.
BCI and its operating companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, ancestry, disability, or veteran or military status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Albany, MS: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person