Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Group O, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

10.5 Paid Holidays

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Group O, Inc. is seeking a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Call Center Customer Service Representative in Milan, IL to deliver courteous, accurate responses to customer inquiries.

This full-time role reports to Kimberly Castillo-Cisneros and offers a $17.00 per hour wage. You will handle calls, assist with orders and returns, document interactions in our systems, and collaborate with sales and technical teams to resolve issues and improve customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Basic customer service and phone handling experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer apps and data entry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming calls and provide courteous responses.
• Listen actively to identify root causes and resolve issues.
• Build rapport and tailor responses to customer needs.
• Maintain knowledge of products, pricing, and promotions.
• Assist with orders, returns, tracking shipments, and account info.
• Document interactions in systems and generate reports.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and technical support as needed.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance service.

Skills

Verbal communication

Active listening

Problem solving

Typing

Data entry

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Department: Call Center

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Milan, IL (4905)

Reporting To: Kimberly Castillo-Cisneros

Compensation: $17.00 / hour

Description

Group O is seeking a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Call Center Customer Service Representative responsible for efficient and courteous responses to customer questions and concerns.

As a Bilingual Call Center Customer Service Representative, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional customer service experiences to individuals who contact our organization on behalf of our clients for assistance. Acting as the first point of contact, you will manage a variety of inquiries, provide information, resolve issues, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and critical thinking skills.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-focused mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Receive incoming calls from customers seeking assistance with inquiries, orders, product information, billing questions, account maintenance, or technical support. Provide prompt, courteous, and accurate responses to meet their needs.
• Listen actively to customer concerns, identify the root cause of their issues, and work diligently to resolve problems to the customer's satisfaction. Utilize available resources, tools, and knowledge bases to troubleshoot and address inquiries effectively.
• Build rapport and establish positive relationships with customers by demonstrating empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions. Tailor responses to meet the unique needs and preferences of each customer.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the company's products, services, features, pricing, and promotions. Continuously update knowledge through training sessions, documentation review, and communication with internal teams.
• Assist customers with placing orders, processing returns or exchanges, tracking shipments, and managing account information. Follow established procedures for order entry, verification, and fulfillment to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Accurately record all customer interactions, inquiries, and resolutions in the appropriate systems or databases. Generate reports or summaries as required to track performance metrics, trends, and customer feedback.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales, marketing, and technical support, to address customer inquiries that require specialized expertise or escalation. Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate efforts and provide seamless support to customers.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance processes, procedures, and service delivery methods to improve the overall customer experience. Provide feedback and suggestions for optimizing workflows, tools, or training programs.

Expected hours of work

• Ability to work a set schedule with the flexibility to work extra hours or a modified work schedule to meet business needs.

Job Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma

Experience:

• Basic customer service and phone handling experience.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Active listening skills and the ability to empathize with customers while remaining calm and composed under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a willingness to take ownership of customer issues until a resolution is achieved.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications and proficiency in typing and data entry.
• Adaptability to work in a demanding environment with shifting priorities and a diverse customer base.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling customer interactions and sensitive information.

Physical Requirements : N/A

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10.5 Paid Holidays
• Career Development Opportunities