Customer Service Representative II

Motion Industries (MOT); West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Motion Industries in Illinois seeks a Customer Service Representative II to respond to inquiries, provide quotes, and process orders by phone, email, fax, or in person. This role supports customers, negotiates prices within parameters, and helps ensure on-time delivery.

You will maintain inventory awareness, resolve issues, and mentor less experienced reps. A HS diploma and 3–5 years' related experience are typical; strong communication, organization, and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 3–5 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Reliability, organization, and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and ability to negotiate.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer inquiries regarding products, provide quotes, and handle order entry.
• Place customer orders via phone, fax, email, or walk-in; expedite backorders when needed.
• Negotiate price within parameters to influence gross profit and meet customer demands.
• Build relationships to drive repeat business and relay customer needs for process improvements.
• Sourcing products from branch, DC, or supplier inventory to fulfill orders.
• Determine cost-effective shipping methods and handle returns when necessary.
• Assist less experienced representatives and support specific customers.

Skills

Reliability

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Computer skills

Negotiation

Product knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Customer Service Representative II ensures customer expectations are accurately determined and are fully met. The Customer Service Representative II may provide guidance to less experienced Customer Service Representatives or may support specific customer(s).JOB DUTIES :Responds to customer inquires regarding products, provides quotes, and handles order entry. Due to experience & training, may handle more challenging inquires.Places customer orders via telephone, fax, email, electronic methods, or walk in (counter sales).Influences Motion Industries' gross profit through negotiating the sale price and purchase price, within certain parameters.May adjust non-contract customer pricing to meet the demands of the customer based on competition, while maximizing the profit for Motion Industries.Builds customer relationships to drive repeat business by relating to the customer and drive process improvements.Orders items to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained for customers.May place orders without approval for orders up to $5,000 per line and $10,000 per purchase order.Expedites backorders. May pull inventory and prepare order for shipment to customer.Responsible for sourcing products in branch inventory, distribution center inventory or supplier inventory.Determines the most cost effective shipping method for customer orders.May handle customer returns.May support specific customer(s).Assists less experienced Customer Service Representatives with addressing customer needs, including locating items and resolving problems.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCETypically requires a high school diploma or GED and three (3) to five (5) years of related experience or an equivalent combination.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESReliability, organization, and attention to detail required.Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, and listening.Ability to multi-task and time management skills required.Strong computer skills.Strong negotiation skills.Basic product knowledge.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: Excellent driving record preferred. All company vehicles are subject to continuous video monitoring.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No Supervisory ResponsibilityBUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: NoCOMPANY INFORMATION: Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.Please keep in mind that this is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. It also does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Motion, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.Pay is from $23.28 - $29.11 USD HourlyNot the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.