Cust Serv Rep II

About the role

Under general supervision, the Customer Service Representative II ensures customer expectations are accurately determined and are fully met. The Customer Service Representative II may provide guidance to less experienced Customer Service Representatives or may support specific customer(s).

Responsibilities

• Responds to customer inquiries regarding products, provides quotes, and handles order entry
• Handles more challenging inquiries due to experience and training
• Places customer orders via telephone, fax, email, electronic methods, or walk-in (counter sales)
• Influences Motion Industries' gross profit through negotiating the sale price and purchase price, within certain parameters
• May adjust non-contract customer pricing to meet the demands of the customer based on competition, while maximizing the profit for Motion Industries
• Builds customer relationships to drive repeat business by relating to the customer and drive process improvements
• Orders items to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained for customers
• May place orders without approval for orders up to $5,000 per line and $10,000 per purchase order
• Expedites backorders; may pull inventory and prepare order for shipment to customer
• Responsible for sourcing products in branch inventory, distribution center inventory, or supplier inventory
• Determines the most cost-effective shipping method for customer orders
• May handle customer returns
• May support specific customer(s)
• Assists less experienced Customer Service Representatives with addressing customer needs, including locating items and resolving problems
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Typically requires a high school diploma or GED and three to five years of related experience or an equivalent combination.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Reliability, organization, and attention to detail required
• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, and listening
• Ability to multi-task and time management skills required
• Strong computer skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Basic product knowledge

Physical Demands

Excellent driving record preferred. All company vehicles are subject to continuous video monitoring.

Supervisory Responsibility

No supervisory responsibility

Budget Responsibility

No budget responsibility

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage options
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• Holiday pay