Customer Service Specialist

Customer Service Representative

UPM Adhesive Materials is looking for a Customer Service Representative to join our team in Mills River, North Carolina.

Greetings from your future manager

"Our customers count on us to be responsive, knowledgeable, and easy to do business with. We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving challenges, and working collaboratively to create positive customer experiences every day. If you take pride in helping customers and colleagues succeed, you'll be a valued member of our team." - Kyle Spielberg, Customer Service Manager, North America.

What you will do

• Act as the main point of contact for assigned customers, providing reliable service and building strong, long-term relationships based on trust
• Work closely with Territory Sales Managers, Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics, and Operations teams to support customer needs and ensure smooth order fulfillment
• Process customer orders accurately and monitor progress from order entry through delivery as well as recording and executing on administrative claims sent from our customers
• Keep customers informed about order status, delivery schedules, product availability, and any potential supply impacts
• Respond to customer inquiries related to products, pricing, technical information, shipping, and order documentation
• Resolve customer issues by coordinating solutions with internal stakeholders and following up to ensure timely outcomes
• Identify opportunities to improve customer experience through proactive communication and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate customer records and documentation in company systems
• Support day-to-day customer service activities, including shipping documentation, tracking information, and other administrative tasks
• Crosstrain with colleague accounts in order to provide seamless coverage in the event of vacations or unexpected illness

Who you are

• High school diploma required; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree is an advantage
• Experience in customer service, account management, inside sales support, or business-to-business customer support, typically gained over 35 years
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, packaging, paper, chemical, or supply chain environments is beneficial
• Committed to building positive customer relationships and delivering high-quality service
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Comfortable using ERP systems, Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel), and customer relationship management tools
• Demonstrates accountability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to work
• Works effectively with others and contributes to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose "We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils". Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.
• Comprehensive benefit package: UPM's benefit package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan.

The position is based in Mills River, North Carolina. This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration in Mills River, North Carolina.

The position holder will report to Customer Service Manager, North America.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by August 14, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Services at View email address on click.appcast.io or tel. View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Only candidates authorized to work within the United States without sponsorship will be considered.

UPM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

UPM business / function information

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately 10.3 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.