Location: Akron,OH, USA
At Leaf Home, people are at the heart of everything we do, and weve crafted a team of the very best to ensure we make a difference. Our brands, including LeafFilter Gutter Protection, Leaf Home Water Solutions, Leaf Home Safety Solutions, and Leaf Home Enhancements, invest in our commitment to making each home safer and more livable. In addition to serving our customers, Leaf Home strives to build a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work as well as a multi-recipient of Top Workplaces. From free benefits to people-focused committees like the Womens Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Committee, and VetConnect, we are dedicated to making Leaf Home a great place to work every day because who doesnt want a job they can look forward to? Come grow your career with us!
Big company with a family-owned feel YOU are important to us, and weve built a culture youll love.
Recognized as a top Ohio and US workplace by The Plain Dealer, Energage, and Great Place to Work.
Job security we have locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, and were not done growing!
Inclusion, sustainability, and reliability are at the core of our culture
Veterans' resources available to help transitioning service members find a new rhythm.
Dedicated to providing resources and encouragement for employee growth
Position Summary:Our outbound Appointment Setter is responsible for speaking with potential customers regarding their product needs and scheduling the customer for an in-home sales consultation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Initiate outbound calls for customer leads generated from the canvassing team.
Review information provided by customers to confirm accuracy, and determine availability for in-home sales consultation.
Overcome objections from potential customers regarding scheduling, cost, etc. to schedule sales consultation as soon as possible.
De-escalate the call where appropriate and provide solutions that leave the customer satisfied with the resolution
Exceed customer service expectations by providing an outstanding experience to every potential customer
Adhere to schedules while maintaining an acceptable level of service, customer satisfaction and quality
Promote teamwork through consistency, reliability, and group cohesiveness
Must hold a valid driver's license.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Experience and Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills and other web-based programs
Must possess multi-tasking proficiency in ability to type while speaking to customers
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Must be customer-oriented and able to effectively trouble shoot and resolve customer questions and concerns
Ability to adapt to new situations and learn quickly
High level of flexibility in a constantly changing environment
Ability to make decisions quickly by balancing company guidelines and customer needs
High degree of dependability, motivation, and flexibility
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and/or Access).
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Certifications:
Previous experience in a dynamic call center or customer service role
Home Improvement knowledge and or experience
Travel Requirements:
No travel required.
Overtime/Additional Hours Requirements:
May be requested to work overtime on evenings and weekends dependent on business needs.
Physical Requirements
Normal Office Environment
Indoor work in a climate-controlled environment.
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Are We Your Company?
Focused On GrowthLeaf Home is dominating the home improvement industry as we continue to grow. We work hard and play harder. For us, we strive to be better than the best and we want you to join in our success! With offices across the U.S. and Canada, our team is diverse and strong. From marketing to sales, installation, and service, we have the best team, right along with the best home solutions. We are committed to our employees growth, which we demonstrate by:
Innovating, Always:Leaf is focused on providing cutting-edge solutions, both for employees and customers
Partnering With Our Customers: Building strong and trusted relationships is at the core of everything we do
Empowering Employees: Our brand begins and ends with our people, and we provide opportunities for growth and success in a supportive environment
Supporting Our Communities: Home is where the heart is, and we in turn strive to give back to the communities that our customers and employees call home
What do we offer?
Industry-leading compensation package
Fully paid Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 90 days
401k Savings Plan
Paid Time Off, Comprehensive Health, Wellbeing, and Financial Wellness Programs
Childcare benefits to support families
Endless opportunity for growth and advancement. Just ask our current employees!
Other perks you need to know about:
Employee assistance program get 24/7 support in areas including legal, financial planning, and counseling.
Employee discount marketplace enjoy discounts on thousands of products, from cars to local attractions.
Gym membership compensation your insurance will help cover the cost of your gym membership!
Groups like Vet Connect & the Womens Committee to help you get involved and to provide resources for your success
Leaf Home Awards and Accolades:Leaf Home has been recognized as a top workplace by The Plain Dealer, is a multi-year recipient of Top Workplaces USA by Energage, and has been Certified by Great Place to Work. A few of our brands have also earned accolades, including:
LeafFilter and Leaf Home Safety Solutions have ranked on the annual Remodeling 550 list
Leaf Home, LeafFilter, and Leaf Home Safety Solutions have been recognized on Qualified Remodeler magazines Top 500 list
Leaf Home is a Smart Culture Awards honoree for its employee-focused culture
Leaf Home is recognized as a growth leader on both the Inc. 5000 and Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest lists
For a full list of awards earned by our brands, please visitwww.leafhome.com/press/.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Leaf Home Solutions is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to create an environment that embraces differences and fosters inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Leaf Home Solutions will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, results of genetic testing, veteran status, or physical/mental disability (except where the disability prevents the individual from being able to perform the essential functions of the job and cannot be reasonably accommodated in full compliance with the law).