Client Services
Ankeny, IA, US, 50021
Position Overview
This position will consist of, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities: Customer interaction and problem solving, order entry, reviewing bill of ladings from shipments, reviewing pricing and terms, interaction with the manufacturing plant, interaction with contracted logistics company. Duties also include providing support for out of office sales force and other departments within the company as needed. This position also acts as back up support for the company receptionist.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
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Confer with customers by telephone, or by email, to take orders and resolve order issues
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Process orders accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
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Keep records of customer interactions and transactions
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Interact with customer service team members to solve problems
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Work with other internal departments to gather information to meet customer needs
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Check to ensure that appropriate pricing and terms are applied to transactions
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Contact customers to respond to inquiries or notify them of unplanned adjustments to orders
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Maintain and update customer contact information
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Work with plant on inventory planning and deliveries
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Use system software to monitor order status and inventory levels
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Use multi line phone to answer and transfer inbound calls when main receptionist is not available |
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Prepare customer invoices for emailing/mailing
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Maintain invoice files
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Required Education and Experience
HS diploma or equivalent, College degree preferred
3-5 years working in a customer service environment preferably in Ag Chemicals
Some experience with accounting and/or logistics preferred
Good organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
Ability to work accurately with a keen eye for detail
Experience with product allocations a plus
Experience with process improvement implementations
Familiarity with large scale supply chain ERP software is preferred
Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Nearest Major Market: Des Moines