Customer Sales & Service Representative (CSSR)

Forshaw Inc; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays and a birthday

401(k) plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Company Performance Annual Bonus

Job summary

Forshaw Inc in Edison, NJ seeks a Customer Sales & Service Representative to assist customers with product selection, order placement, and documentation, while driving profits.

The role emphasizes excellent service, cross-selling, and handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; previous CRM/ERP experience is a plus, and a high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of customer service and/or inside sales experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and phone skills.
• Ability to develop and enhance customer relationships.
• Well-organized, energetic, and calm under pressure.
• Experience with CRM and ERP software is a plus.
• Telesales or warehouse experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in identifying and placing orders by telephone, email, and servicing new and repeat walk-in customers.
• Correctly enter and document customer orders as well as determine the appropriate shipping method.
• Drive profits through outbound customer calls.
• Increase customer profitability by utilizing cross-selling and upselling techniques.
• Seek to resolve customer issues in the best interest of the customer and FORSHAW.
• Maintain professional composure in highly stressful or adverse situations and diplomatically handle challenging situations.
• Manage time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.

Skills

Customer service

Inside sales

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Are you detail oriented and a team player? Do you have a knack for customer service and are comfortable in a fast-paced environment? If so, we want you to join our team as a Customer Sales & Service Representative (CSSR) at FORSHAW!

FORSHAW is seeking a highly motivated and efficient individual to join our team as a Customer Sales & Service Representative for the Edison branch. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting customers with product selection, order placement and documentation, and driving profits. Your goal will be to deliver delightful customer service by understanding products, maintaining professionalism, and resolving customer issues in ways that align with FORSHAW’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a proven track record of excellent customer service and high attention to detail; and the ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. You must have excellent interpersonal skills and be a strong team player to succeed in this role.

FORSHAW is a third-generation, family-owned and operated national pest control distribution business headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina with twelve offices strategically located throughout the U.S. providing exceptional, hands-on service to our customers. Founded in 1961, FORSHAW is recognized as an industry leader that provides strategic solutions to help both our customers and vendor protect public health.

Requirements

• Assist customers in identifying and placing orders for products by telephone, email, and servicing new and repeat walk-in customers.
• Correctly enter and document customer orders as well as determine the appropriate shipping method.
• Drive profits through outbound customer calls.
• Increase customer profitability by utilizing cross-selling and upselling techniques.
• Seek to resolve customer issues in the best interest of the customer and FORSHAW.
• Maintain professional composure in highly stressful or adverse situations and diplomatically handle challenging situations.
• Manage time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.

Qualifications

• Two years of customer service and/or inside sales experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and phone skills.
• Ability to develop and enhance customer relationships.
• Well-organized, confident, energetic, and calm under pressure.
• Quickly and effectively solve problems.
• Experience using various software packages including CRM and ERP systems a plus.
• Telesales or warehouse experience a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing up to 20 lbs.

Summary of Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays and an additional day to recognize your birthday
• 401(k) plan with Company match
• Paid parental leave
• Company Performance Annual Bonus