Client Service Ambassador (Food Science)

SGS North America Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. is seeking a full-time client liaison for our laboratory services in the United States.

The role involves interfacing with clients, laboratory management and staff to resolve inquiries and ensure timely, accurate service delivery. The position requires a 4-year degree in Food Science or Microbiology (or related field), proficiency with LIMS and client portals, and 1+ years of laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Food Science, Microbiology or closely related field.
• High school Diploma or GED Required
• Effective problem solving and problem-solving skills Required
• Written and verbal communication skills necessary to cross multiple disciplines Required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel Required
• Proficiency with LIMS and Client Portal systems Required
• Ability to interact with clients, affiliates, and employees effectively while maintaining a professional and pleasant work approach Required
• 1+ years of laboratory experience Required

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and timely response to internal and external client inquiries and requests
• Communicate results problems and discrepancies to clients and follow issue through to a satisfactory conclusion
• Track and trend client data as required
• Identify client concerns, complaints, and trends and recommend changes to accommodate client needs
• Set up new client accounts in LIMS and create required documents for sample submission for new clients
• Maintain records of all client communications and requirements
• Notify laboratory of special client requirements and monitor for compliance
• Ensure compliance to ISO 17025 standards are maintained

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Client interaction

Laboratory experience

Education

4-year degree in Food Science, Microbiology or closely related field

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

LIMS

Client Portal

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Full-time Company Description

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Act as a liaison or contact between clients, laboratory management and department personnel. Also responsible for providing resolution to client service issues and technical support to laboratory personnel and clients.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide quality and timely response to internal and external client inquiries and requests
• Communicate results problems and discrepancies to clients and follow issue through to a satisfactory conclusion
• Track and trend client data as required
• Identify client concerns, complaints, and trends and recommend changes to accommodate client needs
• Set up new client accounts in LIMS and create required documents for sample submission for new clients
• Maintain records of all client communications and requirements
• Notify laboratory of special client requirements and monitor for compliance
• Ensure compliance to ISO 17025 standards are maintained

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Food Science, Microbiology or closely related field; Alternatively, equivalent work experience Preferred
• High school Diploma or GED Required
• Effective problem prevention and problem-solving skills Required
• Written and verbal communication skills necessary to cross multiple disciplines Required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel Required
• Proficiency with LIMS and Client Portal systems Required
• Ability to interact with clients, affiliates, and employees effectively while maintaining a professional and pleasant work approach even under stressful conditions Required
• 1+ years of laboratory experience Required

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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