Customer Advocate

Belle Aire Creations; Round Lake Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative flavor and fragrance house is seeking a Customer Advocate to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be the primary liaison for clients, ensuring exceptional service and clear communication. You'll manage order statuses, respond to inquiries, and resolve issues promptly, all while maintaining a customer-centric approach. This position offers a flexible schedule to accommodate clients across time zones and provides opportunities for professional growth in a creative and inclusive environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business or Communications.
• Previous experience in customer support, preferably internationally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding orders.
• Monitor and track orders to ensure timely fulfillment.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer-centric attitude

Multitasking and time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Job description

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Base pay range

$55,000.00/hr - $62,000.00/hr

Company Description:

Belle Aire Creations is a creative flavor and fragrance house offering the latest in perfumery, taste, and malodor abatement technology. We serve a diverse range of industries including fragrance, cosmetics, personal care, and candles. Our mission is to innovate and delight our customers with unique and high-quality products that enhance everyday experiences.

Department: Customer Service

Job Title: Customer Advocate

Employment Type: Full-Time in office

Position Overview:

As a Customer Advocate team member, you will be the primary point of contact for our domestic and global clients, providing exceptional service and ensuring clear communication regarding order statuses. You will identify how to accurately assess where orders are in the operations process independently, and if needed coordinate with internal teams to verify order progress and ensure timely responses to customer inquiries. This role requires a high level of urgency, accuracy, and a willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate clients in different time zones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary Point of Contact:
• Serve as the liaison for assigned clients regarding order status and other inquiries.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients to provide updates and address any concerns.
• Order Management:
• Monitor and track orders with open order and daily shipment live links to ensure they meet client specifications and deadlines as self-sufficiently as possible.
• Collaborate with internal teams to verify order progress and ensure timely fulfillment only as needed.
• Customer Interaction:
• Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and other communication channels.
• Ensure clear and professional communication tailored to the client’s time zone, work hours and preferences.
• Issue Resolution:
• Demonstrate urgency in addressing client needs and resolving issues promptly.
• Research and accurately address client concerns self-sufficiently before responding.
• Work closely with internal teams to resolve any order discrepancies or delays if you cannot determine the root cause yourself.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, orders, and resolutions.
• Prepare regular reports on customer feedback, issues, and resolutions.
• Product Knowledge:
• Stay up to date with product information, updates, and changes.
• Provide feedback to internal teams based on client interactions and experiences.
• Order Entry:
• Understand the order entry process for both domestic and international sales orders, as well as drop shipment orders in collaboration with our partner in China.
• Serve as primary back up for order process specialists.
  

Other duties related to customer service may apply and be expected as issued by direct supervisors.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Experience:
• Previous experience in customer support or a similar role, preferably in an international setting.
• Experience in the fragrance, cosmetic, personal care, or candles industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of logistics/shipping terminology and practices is also a plus.
• Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and at least one additional language.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• High level of empathy and customer-centric attitude.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Personal Attributes:
• Culturally aware and sensitive to the needs of a diverse customer base.
• Patient, empathetic, and able to handle stressful situations with grace.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
  

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position with a flexible schedule to accommodate evening hours and extensive email communication.
• May require occasional travel for training or team meetings.
  
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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