Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Position Summary :
This is a Customer Service Specialist I, where you will report to the Customer Service Supervisor. You will take responsibility for managing more complex customer interactions and ensuring high-quality service. This position requires you to have a strong understanding of customer needs, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the customer's experience meets or exceeds expectations.
Scope of Responsibilities :
- Act as a senior point of contact for customers and channel partners, handling inquiries via phone, email, and other communication methods.
- Manage complex order fulfillment processes and proactively communicate any changes or delays to customers.
- Address inquiries related to quotations, orders, product availability, pricing, delivery, billing, returns, complaints, and other documentation (e.g., proof of delivery).
- Collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure customer expectations are met and processes are followed.
- Drive the Order to Cash process, including order creation, purchase order processing, shipping document preparation, and coordination with logistics and distribution teams.
- Ensure compliance with SLAs and KPIs, contributing to the overall success of the department.
- Lead process improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to corporate guidelines and policies.
- Handle cross-border interactions, working with global stakeholders in different time zones and cultures.
- Perform other tasks and projects as needed.
Customer Service Competency Model :
Dependability :
Reliable : Understands and adheres to work policies, including work hours and PTO.Consistent : Delivers consistent service levels, ensuring high customer satisfaction and adherence to schedules.Contributes to Departmental Success : Adheres to current processes and call center metrics, ensuring departmental goals are met.Interpersonal Skills :
Maintains Confidentiality : Avoids speculation and rumors that could harm individuals or the organization.Respectful : Treats all customers and colleagues with dignity and respect.Appropriate Tone and Tenor : Communicates confidently, manages negativity effectively, and adjusts tone to meet customer needs.Communication Skills : Uses courteous phrasing and avoids negative body language in interactions.Listening Skills : Demonstrates active listening, acknowledging customer statements and taking detailed notes.Job Knowledge :
Product & Service Knowledge : Deep understanding of Thermo Fisher's organizational structure, products, and services specific to the role.Procedures and Processes : Applies SOPs effectively to various situations and proactively seeks additional knowledge.Computer Skills : Proficient in system navigation and using online resources for job-related information.Analytical Skills : Utilizes analytical skills effectively, including tasks such as credit / debit and account balance assessments.Teamwork / Cooperation :
Builds Relationships : Interacts positively with colleagues and customers, fostering a supportive work environment.Partners with Others : Actively contributes ideas and works collaboratively to resolve issues.Problem Solving / Decision Making :
Resolves Customer Problems : Follows procedures to resolve issues and engages additional support when necessary. Demonstrates empathy and commitment to finding solutions.Seeks Agreement : Ensures customer satisfaction and recognizes when exceptions are needed beyond standard processes.Resourceful : Utilizes manuals, processes, and applications effectively to resolve issues and finds the right contacts for support.Conflict Resolution : Demonstrates patience, empathy, and concern to resolve customer conflicts independently.Personal Development :
Takes Responsibility to Learn and Improve : Listens actively, takes notes, follows instructions, and completes training on time.Learns and Applies New Concepts : Understands key business concepts and applies them over time.Uses Feedback to Improve : Accepts and incorporates constructive feedback for continuous improvement.Self Management : Adheres to Standard Work and maintains discipline to ensure completion of tasks.Customer Allegiance :
Embraces CARES : Understands and demonstrates CARES behaviors, ensuring quality call monitoring standards are met or exceeded.Provides Service Recovery : Handles difficult customers empathetically, offering apologies and special care when needed.Maintains Customer Focus : Prioritizes real-time external customer interactions and ensures timely responses to customer requests.Follow-up / Responsiveness : Sets clear follow-up expectations and ensures commitments are met, documenting responses appropriately.Thermo Fisher Scientific Values :
Integrity : Honor commitments and demonstrate high ethical standards.Intensity : Be driven to deliver results with excellence and a passion for success.Innovation : Transform knowledge and ideas into products and services that create value for customers.Involvement : Embrace unique perspectives and treat all team members with respect, working as a unified global team.Skills Required
Analytical Skills, Order Fulfillment, Problem-solving, Communication, Computer Skills