Customer Service - 1st Shift
Ace Hardware Corporation · Wilmer, TX · 1 mo ago
OTHR$19.5–$24.4/hrFull-time
Pay
Compensation: $19.50‑$24.40 per hour.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Paid Time Off programs, including vacation (up to a pro‑rated 24 hours in the first calendar year), up to 48 hours of paid sick time (or as required by state law), and up to 9 holidays per year (depending on hire month).
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability) and life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution in the first year, plus quarterly and annual discretionary contributions (average total company contributions ≈10% of eligible compensation).
- Dock‑to‑Driver Program: Ace pays for CDL license and training to transition to a driver position.
- Long‑term career opportunities across 15 distribution centers and corporate headquarters.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Employee recognition program.
- Merchandise discounts on top brands such as Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and many more.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free therapist and lawyer visits, financial guidance, elder/childcare resources, and entertainment ticket assistance.
- Adoption cost reimbursement.
Responsibilities
- Receive telephone inquiries from retailers regarding order status, adjustments, stock on hand, etc.
- Retrieve retailer information, stock status, and purchase‑order details; make changes to purchase orders as needed.
- Follow up on inquiries by checking computer programs for delivery information.
- Collaborate closely with shipping and traffic departments regarding delivery status.
- Check with the credit department concerning retailer credit status for rush orders.
- Maintain files of active orders and post‑activity records such as change notices, scheduling changes, partial shipments, and credit adjustments.
- Prepare paperwork for the accounting department for credits and debits.
- Review Returned Goods Forms for correct reason codes to determine proper inventory adjustments and issue credits.
- Promote a safe, healthy, and injury‑free work environment by using proper PPE, safe equipment operation, and safe lifting techniques.
Requirements
- High school diploma (minimum); some college education preferred.
- At least 2 years of customer service experience.
- Excellent phone skills with a professional presence.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities, especially when dealing with anxious customers and providing rapid resolutions.
- Proficient computer skills; experience with SAP, AS400, Microsoft Word, and Excel preferred.
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment when researching discrepancies.
- Commitment to safety: act as a safety champion by promoting safe practices, proper PPE use, and contributing to a positive safety culture.