Customer Service Agent II - Transportation

Description Customer Service is responsible for delivering a quality customer experience, building customer relationships, and managing process execution for existing Watchpoint customers. Customer Service agents utilize their communication skills and industry knowledge to ensure our customers supply chain runs efficiently. This role will partner with internal resources to ensure the customer’s freight moves as planned and takes actions to resolve exceptions when they occur. As a critical customer contact, the Customer Service Agent resolves issues and drives exceptional service through continuous improvement process and initiatives. Pay & Perks Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k + 4% Company Match Vacation, Sick Pay + Holidays Employee Assistance Program Monthly Team Lunches Wellness Program The starting pay for this position is expected to be $25 to $27 per hour. Exact compensation is based on skills, experience, education, and location. This position is on-site in Milpitas, CA with a shift of Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Customer Service Agent Job Duties Assists in transportation arrangements, determining efficient routing methods Establishes contacts and builds relationships with customers to understand the customer’s needs Utilizes their customer service knowledge and experience to proactively update the customer and address questions regarding the status of their shipments. Navigates CRM and HRIS to locate facility addresses, contact details and organization charts in order to route the customer or vendor to the proper CSR or department. Partners with internal resources to ensure account processes and SOPs are complete and adhered to Reviews internal and customer data inclusive of customer aligned KPIs for quality and accuracy Contributes daily to the growth of the business by understanding commitments, listening to customers’ needs, and providing specific knowledge to influence results Requirements Proficient use of computer systems and applications (e.g. MS Office, TMS) as trained/required. Makes the best use of available time and resources. Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Consistently exhibits flexibility in resolving customer problems in a timely manner. Exercises good judgment in resolving general disputes or problems. Able to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members to achieve common goals. Sees opportunities to supports other team members. Able to express ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates active listening and seeks to understand others perspectives. Approaches problems with a solution focused mindset and uses judgment to resolve issues. Assists with finding root cause and implements process improvements. Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and efficiency. Plans and organizes work, manages time well, handles multiple tasks simultaneously, and completes initiatives with minimal errors. Meets productivity goals set by management. Education and Experience High school diploma and minimum 2 years of experience in a customer service role Minimum 1 year of experience with CRM system, Salesforce preferred. Physical Requirements The usual and customary methods of performing the job's essential functions require the following physical demands: operating a computer, remaining stationary for most of the shift, and occasionally moving about the workspace. The person in this position frequently exchanges information using email and other electronic communication methods and must be able to observe and report on communication received via phone and computer. About Us: At Watchpoint, you will work alongside a small but highly experienced multidisciplinary family, where we value and respect all individual strengths and contributions. Our mission is to be the employer of choice, achieving world class employee and customer satisfaction in the transportation and logistics industry. At Watchpoint, we recognize that employee satisfaction and engagement is the driving force to successfully realizing our Company’s mission. In fact, we continuously rely on employee feedback to understand how to maximize our teams’ professional and personal growth. Every member of our team is a critical component at Watchpoint. Watchpoint Logistics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Visit us at #J-18808-Ljbffr Watchpoint Logistics, Inc.