Staffing - Customer Service Coordinator II

Optical Fiber Customer Service Manager

Onsite at ZV Education: Associate degree or similar relevant work experience required Experience: 2+ years, manager has strong preference for candidates with 2+ years of experience in Customer Service / Corporate environment.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned domestic and international customers to execute error free transactions
• Receive, validate and enter customer orders accurately and timely using both Optical Fiber's PeopleSoft (PS) as well as Optical Fiber's SAP order management systems (depending upon source location). For export orders or NA orders sourced from an offshore location, creation of orders includes a sizable logistics component using 'Origin Manager':
• Create templates in Origin Manager for each ship from location to each customer.
• Reference routing guide to select proper carriers and request new quotes from the Global Logistics Organization (GLO) team as needed.
• Gather all shipment weights/dims, customer details, and plant details to create bookings in Origin Manager.
• Maintain existing and (as needed) create new processes for all WW CS locations.
• Create and maintain ePOs for third party vendors and ensure proper approvals.
• Approve all'sold through' invoices and review to confirm details are correct.
• Follow specific, detailed processes for orders shipping to designated locations, ensuring adherence to customs regulations. (Stamping, etc.)
• Assist other Optical Fiber Customer Service (CS) groups around the world as needed with their responsibilities.
• Create and issue credits/rebates for any fiber issues, price changes, etc. and update the RMA system to then close out RAs created for said credit/rebate.
• Build product and pricing knowledge to support the generation of an RFQ and quote.
• Use open order and shipment reports to ensure customers Requested Ship Date and Corning's Promise Date are adhered to and when they are not, take appropriate proactive actions.
• Track shipments to ensure they arrive to the customer when promised and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Create and maintain customer profiles and buying agreements into COF and Corporate PeopleSoft systems and interact with COF Commercial Ops to ensure they remain current.
• Ensure OptoCommerce Fiber Data Delivery (FDD) is available for all customer shipments when required.
• Respond to customer inquiries within 24 hours regarding order, FDD and general product information.
• Build technical product knowledge to respond to customer inquiries and recommend fiber products based on customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Planning, Shipping, QA, IT, Finance, Commercial Ops, Corporate Transportation, Corporate Credit, Customer Billing, Freight Forwarders and external customers.
• Work with customers and Commercial Ops to resolve all customer payment discrepancies.
• Take on project work as deemed necessary and/or participate on business teams as required.
• Supports sales team as required with various analysis/reports

Required Skills {These are skills that candidates MUST possess}

• Exceptional attention to detail in every aspect of work.
• Effective task prioritization with ability to multi-task.
• Strong team skills and able to work in a highly dynamic environment.
• Outstanding verbal and/or written communication with the ability to express ideas clearly and precisely.
• Passionate about quality and customer focus.
• Strong organizational skills and solid problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient people skills
• Proficient in Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Teams, Word, & SharePoint.

Desired Skills {These are skills that would be nice for candidates to possess}

• Knowledge of both Optical Fiber's PeopleSoft and SAP order fulfillment systems, Optical fiber's processes, and related Corning corporate processes.
• Proactively and positively supports change and can lead change when required
• Motivated team player and works effectively in a close-knit team
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects
• Proficient in Excel

Soft Skills {Communication/Team/Leadership}

• Positive attitude
• Results-oriented
• High self-confidence
• Takes initiative when opportunities arise

Travel Requirements: Minimal to None. (Possible trips to US Plants or domestic customers when opportunity arises)

EEO: Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.