Customer Service Associate
Retrofête · New York, NY · 1 wk ago
On-siteCustomer Service$26–$30/hrFull-time
About the role
The Customer Service Associate will support the day-to-day customer experience across all channels, ensuring timely, thoughtful, and solutions-focused service, always keeping our customer experience top of mind.
Responsibilities
- Customer Support
- Respond to customer inquiries across email and phone in a timely and professional manner
- Provide knowledgeable support regarding orders, shipping, returns, exchanges, product information, and general inquiries
- Ensure all customer interactions reflect the brand voice and deliver a high-touch experience
- Escalate complex or sensitive issues appropriately
- Order & Ticket Management
- Order and manage ticket queues in Gorgias system to ensure response time and resolution goals are met
- Assist customers with post-purchase support including returns, exchanges, delivery issues, and order updates
- Accurately document customer interactions and resolutions within customer service platforms
- Cross-Functional Partnership
- Partner closely with eCommerce, Logistics, Retail, and Operations teams to resolve customer issues effectively
- Communicate recurring customer feedback, product concerns, or operational issues to leadership
- Support special projects and peak business periods as needed
- Systems & Process Support
- Utilize customer service and eCommerce platforms such as Gorgias, Shopify, etc
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows and customer experience
- Maintain strong attention to detail across all customer interactions and order management tasks
Requirements
- 2–3 years of customer service experience, preferably within fashion, luxury, lifestyle, or DTC retail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Empathetic, solutions-oriented, and customer-first mindset
- Familiarity with Shopify, Gorgias, or similar customer support platforms preferred
- Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Benefits
- Salary Range: $26.00–$30.00/hr, DOE
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)