Customer Care Specialist

Neill Corporation is seeking a customer-focused, energetic professional to join our Aveda Sales & Education team as a Customer Care Specialist. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, supporting business growth, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. As a Customer Care Specialist, you will serve as a trusted partner to our salon customers by providing outstanding service, supporting sales initiatives, promoting new product launches and educational opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams to help our customers succeed. If you are passionate about customer service, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy helping businesses grow, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Build strong relationships with salon customers through inbound and outbound communication. Process customer orders while identifying opportunities to increase sales and promote new products, programs, and services. Proactively contact assigned salon accounts to support monthly sales goals and strengthen customer engagement. Educate customers on Aveda products, education offerings, promotions, and business solutions. Resolve customer questions and concerns from initial contact through resolution while ensuring an exceptional customer experience. Partner with Sales, Education, Distribution, Marketing, Accounting, and other internal teams to support customer success. Promote business-building programs, educational events, and strategic initiatives that help salons grow. Maintain accurate customer information and activity within Salesforce and other company systems. Assist with customer communications, event preparation, registration, and other Sales & Education initiatives. Support special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Has exceptional customer service and relationship-building skills. Communicates professionally and confidently by phone, email, and in person. Is highly organized with strong attention to detail. Enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to solving problems. Is comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Has experience with Microsoft Office and CRM systems such as Salesforce (preferred). Why Join Neill? At Neill, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on our customers and the beauty industry. As part of our Aveda Sales & Education team, you'll collaborate with passionate professionals, support independent salon success, and contribute to a company that values service, integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement. Physical Requirements This position is based at our Hammond, Louisiana corporate office. The role requires regular communication with customers and team members by phone, video conference, and in person. Employees should be able to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, and use standard office equipment throughout the workday. Because the office is located on the second floor, employees must be able to regularly use stairs, as elevator access is not available. Occasional lifting and moving of products, educational materials, or event supplies weighing up to 50 pounds may be required, with assistance or appropriate equipment used when necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr Neill Corp