Customer Service Representative | Windsor, CT - 2314879 Job

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

WM Strategic Business Solutions (SBS), located in Windsor, CT is responsible for managing WMs largest, most prestigious national customers. SBS serves as the one-stop shop for the largest corporations in the US. Through industry leading reporting, centralized billing & service, and pricing, WM SBS provides an exceptional value proposition to our customers. With approximately 800 dedicated employees, a state of the art customer management system, and the goal of expanding into international markets, WM SBS is helping WM transform our industry.

I. Job Summary
As a customer service representative (CSR), your responsibilities include addressing inbound customer service calls covering a diverse range of inquiries. These may range from scheduling service requests, to initiating service changes and resolving incomplete or problematic services issues. The WMSBS CSR is operating in a fast-pace and high-volume environment, you can anticipate handling 60-80 calls and related follow-up tasks daily. Proficiency in utilizing multiple applications, resources and tools is essential for researching and resolving customer inquiries.

In addition to managing routine calls, the WMSBS CSR will also handle numerous escalated situations. Success in this aspect requires the consistent delivery of exceptional level of customer service, effective problem solving, the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms, and demonstrate appropriate de-escalation techniques is critical to their success.

04/01/2024 Start Date- 6 weeks mandatory training

Shifts available within our operating hours:

Monday - Friday 7AM – 8PM

Saturday - 7AM-3:30PM

Sunday - Closed

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Fields customer service inquiries and handles customer service transactions independently and proficiently:
Demonstrates appropriate active listening skills/confirms understanding of customer needs, issues, and requests
Uses authorized systems to gather information, provide information, and/or update customer records.
Provides standard information and education regarding service options, charges, billing, and contracts.
Demonstrates ownership of the customer issue by providing one call resolution:
Makes every reasonable attempt to resolve the customer’s issue and exhausts all other solutions before escalating the customer’s query.
Serves as an advocate for customers with repeat issues by engaging the right department and people within WM.
Communicates concise and accurate information.
Supports other service lines when required.
Attempts to retain customers who call to cancel services by probing for cancellation reasons
Meets or exceeds service and operational standards established for the call center, including attendance, adherence, quality, productivity, safety, and timeliness goals.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory duties.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D (accredited).
Experience: One (1) year of previous customer service experience (in addition to education requirement).
C. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

None required.

D. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

Strong verbal, written and analytical skills
Proficient in computer skills, particularly in MS Office
Strong typing Skills
Displays professional phone etiquette
Capable of multitasking effectively Ability to multitask.
Maintains composure and performs well under pressure, treating others with respect
Identifies and resolves problems promptly per expected due dates and timelines
Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently
Focuses on conflict resolution and actively listens to others without interruption
Demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality
Works both independently and collaboratively as a part of a to surpass call center standards
Strikes a balance between team and individual responsibilities, contributing to a positive team spirit
Adapts easily and handles frequent changes in the work environment
Manages difficult or emotional customer situations confidently, responding promptly to service requests to meet customer commitments
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to meet productivity standards in a timely manner
V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day.
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely.
Normal setting for this job is: office setting.
Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Please apply now on the site below, or call 877.220.5627, to speak with a Waste Management recruiter today

https://emcm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/WMCareers/job/2314879

Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave