Location: Buffalo,NY, USA
JOB SUMMARY
The Customer Service Representative (CSR) is responsible for establishing exceptional customers relationships and capturing customer sales (in-person and over the phone). Additional duties include - gathering prospect information needed to obtain the sale, providing general administrative support and maintaining the customer reception area / front office.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
* Greets all walk-in customers in a professional and courteous manner.
* Answer and directs all phone traffic in a polite, courteous and cheerful manner.
* Asks for the sale and/or attempts to schedule customers for an estimate to achieve a closing ratio of 75% (minimum).
* Explain CARSTAR's repair process, including insurance claims processing, payment procedures, repair techniques, repair needs and expected delivery date of repair.
* Educate customers on CARSTAR's CSI/NPS survey (kept informed, customer service, quality of repair and on-time delivery).
* Schedule and record appraisal and delivery appointments.
* Update and maintain the store scheduler with Office Manager.
* Collect and record payment for completed repairs; may perform some A/R.
* File repair order paperwork accurately or record in CARSTAR management system.
* Provide customers with CARSTAR's warranty information (5-Year and Limited Lifetime).
* Perform follow-up sales calls on estimate quotes (unsold) within 48 hours.
* Maintain the front office and customer reception areas.
* Attend daily release meetings.
* Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS
* 2+ years of customer service experience required, preferably in a retail setting.
* HS diploma or GED equivalent required; college degree preferred.
* Excellent customer service, communication and negotiation skills. Able to relate well to a diverse customer base.
* Call center sales experience (or equivalent sales experience) preferred.
* Highly organized; ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office and POS/management systems.
* Strong attention to details.
* Punctual and professional appearance.
* Ability to receive direction and work well with others.
* Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential physical requirements include:
* Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling
* Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping
* Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs)
* Standing, sitting and walking
* Performing repetitive motions
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to:
* Paint, fumes and particles
* Dirt / Dust
* Chemicals / Toxins
* Varying heat / cold
* Intermittent noise
* All duties, responsibilities and experience are subject to change by location
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