Customer Service Representative

EssilorLuxottica; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a Customer Service Representative based in St. Louis, Missouri. In this full-time position, you will engage with customers, addressing inquiries and processing orders to ensure satisfaction and drive revenue.

The ideal candidate will have previous customer service experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with the opportunity for competitive bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years in customer service is preferred.
• Experience in a direct customer contact role is beneficial.
• ABO Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage in up to 100 daily customer interactions, including orders and inquiries.
• Resolve customer issues and enhance satisfaction.
• Maintain professional communication and teamwork.

Skills

Customer service experience

Strong communication skills

Basic math proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Requisition I D: 930602 Store #: E06025 Customer Service MIDSL

Position: Full-Time

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high‑quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high‑quality vision care and best‑in‑class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e‑commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting‑edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

General Function

The primary focus of this position is to act as a representative of Midland Optical and provide top‑quality service to our customers. Duties in this position are usually repetitive, requiring medium to high analysis and use of individual judgment. Specific duties for this position include answering phones, taking orders, assisting customers with inquiries and following through on customer inquiries.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all duties in compliance with company policies, maintaining punctuality and availability for overtime as needed.
• Engage in 50‑100 customer interactions daily, including price quotes, order processing, adjustments, cancellations, and shipping instructions.
• Provide excellent written and verbal communication, ensuring positive customer experiences and driving revenue growth.
• Resolve customer issues using department tools, expertise, and business judgment to enhance satisfaction and retention.
• Answer inbound calls, address customer concerns, enter orders, process redos, respond to technical questions, and conduct outbound calls as necessary.
• Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating continuous improvement and supporting company objectives.
• Ensure productivity and quality standards are met to exceed customer expectations.
• Use courteous, professional language and work effectively within a team environment.
• Troubleshoot complex customer issues, manage late job lists, and communicate with internal teams to expedite solutions.
• Investigate and resolve shipping and delivery concerns, acting as a liaison between the lab and inter‑company laboratories.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous customer service experience or relevant training.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to write and comprehend short correspondence.
• Professional and courteous demeanor in customer interactions.
• Basic math proficiency and ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong judgment and decision‑making skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Keyboarding skills, including 10‑key and typing speed of 35–40 WPM.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2‑4 years of customer service experience.
• Experience in a telephone or direct customer contact role.
• ABO Certification

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.