What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Service Representative position at California Umbrella?
Job Summary:
The Business Service Representative is responsible for providing high-quality support to customers, managing orders, and assisting with various business service functions. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive in handling customer inquiries, processing orders, managing returns, and ensuring accuracy across multiple platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Email & Phone Support
- Manage and respond to customer email inquiries in a timely manner.
- Answer phone calls and assist customers with order-related questions, product availability, and website navigation.
- Reply to company email inquiries and create support tickets when necessary.
- Prioritize and address company website order-related emails efficiently.
2. Order & Customer Management
- Collaborate with the accounting department to ensure customer credit is applied correctly.
- Maintain and update customer contact information as needed.
- Create discount coupons on the company website.
- Manually enter, update, and/or approve orders when required.
- Handle product returns and carrier claims to ensure a smooth resolution for customers.
3. Quality Control
- Perform quality control (QC) checks on BTB (Business-to-Business) and orders entered by team members.
- Review and update company listings for accuracy and completeness.
4. Shopify Order Management
- Manage and oversee order processing updates, and fulfillment on Shopify.
5. Service Support
- Respond to updates, cancellations, and return requests.
- Stay informed about new products and actively participate in related projects.
- Provide consistent communication across various customer support channels to ensure a positive service experience.
6. Zendesk Ticket Management
- Monitor, manage, and resolve customer support tickets through Zendesk efficiently.
7. Social Media & Marketplace Support
- Respond to customer inquiries through Walmart Marketplace, Instagram direct messages, and Facebook Messenger.
- Report and escalate any product-related issues identified through these channels.
8. Portal Management
- Oversee and manage business-related portals to ensure seamless operation and data accuracy.
9. Additional Responsibilities
- Onboard new products to different e-commerce platforms.
- Update and maintain price lists.
- Schedule USPS shipments and manage logistical coordination as needed.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 2 years of experience in customer service, e-commerce, or business operations support.
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience with Shopify, Zendesk, and marketplace platforms (Walmart, Instagram, Facebook) is a plus.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a demanding environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25