Customer Service Representative

Addison Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

QUICK start 11/2 Potential for career

Multiple scheduling start-time options

Comprehensive training and onboarding

Collaborative and professional team

Experience with ERP/CRM systems

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an Associate Customer Service Representative to join a fast-paced distribution operation in Rosemont, IL. This role focuses on handling incoming customer requests, order updates, and shipment status in a busy call-center setting.

The position is contract-to-hire with potential for a long-term role; it offers a hybrid work arrangement with remote Mondays and Fridays and onsite Tuesday through Thursday, plus training and room for career development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of customer service experience within a call center environment.
• Background in distribution, manufacturing, or another product-focused environment is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Teams
• Previous CRM or ERP experience is a plus
• SAP experience is highly desirable
• Experience using chat-based customer support tools is a plus
• Strong computer skills with the ability to work between multiple applications

Responsibilities

• Handle a steady volume of incoming customer calls and provide professional, solutions-oriented assistance
• Input new orders and make updates to existing orders using an ERP system
• Research order and shipment information and communicate status updates to customers
• Assist customers with questions related to returns,billing, credits, invoices, and account information
• Serve as an initial resource for general product and order inquiries
• Investicate order issues and work toward timely resolutions
• Prepare and process customer documentation, including credit and debit memos
• Assist with occasional credit card transactions and other account-related requests
• Maintain accurate customer records and information across multiple systems
• Consistently meet department service and productivity expectations
• Provide additional administrative and customer support as needed

Skills

Customer service

Call center experience

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Teams

CRM system

ERP system

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Customer Service Representative

Industry: Distribution/Manufacturing

Location (city, state): Rosemont, IL

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay: $21 – $21.50 / hour

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday; call center hours are 7:00 AM–7:00 PM. Start times may range from 7:30 AM–9:30 AM. Hybrid schedule: Remote Monday and Friday; onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company

Addison Group is seeking an Associate Customer Service Representative to join a well-established distribution organization. This position is part of a customer-focused team that works closely with customers, sales representatives, and internal departments to ensure orders are handled accurately and efficiently.

Job Description

This is a great opportunity for a customer service professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, phone-based environment. The Associate Customer Service Representative will handle incoming customer requests, assist with orders, provide updates on shipments, and help resolve account or product-related issues. The position is contract-to-hire with the opportunity to transition into a long-term role.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a steady volume of incoming customer calls and provide professional, solutions-oriented assistance
• Input new orders and make updates to existing orders using an ERP system
• Research order and shipment information and communicate status updates to customers
• Assist customers with questions related to returns, billing, credits, invoices, and account information
• Serve as an initial resource for general product and order inquiries
• Investigate order issues and work toward timely resolutions
• Prepare and process customer documentation, including credit and debit memos
• Assist with occasional credit card transactions and other account-related requests
• Maintain accurate customer records and information across multiple systems
• Consistently meet department service and productivity expectations
• Provide additional administrative and customer support as needed

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of customer service experience within a call center environment
• Background in distribution, manufacturing, or another product-focused environment is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Teams
• Previous CRM or ERP experience is a plus
• SAP experience is highly desirable
• Experience using chat-based customer support tools is a plus
• Strong computer skills with the ability to work between multiple applications

Additional Details

• Hybrid position with remote work on Mondays and Fridays, onsite Tuesday through Thursday
• Training will be provided on internal systems, procedures, and products
• Contract-to-hire opportunity based on performance and business needs

Perks

• QUICK start 11/2 Potential for career growth and internal advancement
• Multiple scheduling start-time options
• Comprehensive training and onboarding
• Collaborative and professional team environment
• Opportunity to build experience with ERP, CRM, and customer service systems

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.