Customer Service Representative III

Becton Dickinson; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton Dickinson in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Customer Service Representative III to deliver advanced support for scientific products, manage end-to-end orders, and ensure accuracy and timely delivery.

You will collaborate with Supply Chain and Commercial Operations, handle complex inquiries, resolve issues, and maintain compliance with FDA and ISO guidelines while delivering professional customer interactions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a customer service role within life sciences or related industry.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Relevant experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to handle complex inquiries independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP ECC, S/4HANA).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Empathy and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage ERP requests to support end-to-end order fulfillment.
• Receive, review, and input customer orders from all channels.
• Validate orders prior to creation to prevent errors.
• Manage short supply, backorders, and allocations with Supply Chain.
• Handle orders for exception or specialty products with added controls.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and COM for on-time delivery and launches.
• Deliver professional, courteous customer interactions; document all contacts.
• Resolve complaints per guidelines, escalating as needed to management.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

ERP systems

CRM software

Order management

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Salesforce

SAP ECC

S/4HANA

Job description

Job Summary

The Customer Service Representative III at Augusta Life Sciences US OpCo I LLC is responsible for providing advanced customer support, resolving complex inquiries, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction for our scientific products and services.

Job Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and maintain ERP system requests to support end-to-end order fulfillment, encompassing customer service, manual allocation, electronic order error correction, order creation, and order inquiry execution.
• Receive, review, and input customer orders submitted through all approved contact methods, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established requirements.
• Validate customer orders prior to order creation, confirming or correcting details to prevent downstream errors.
• Manage short supply situations, backorders, and manual allocations, partnering with Supply Chain to optimize service levels and on time delivery.
• Input and manage orders for exception or specialty products requiring additional controls or special handling, including credits, rebills, and returns, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain and Commercial Operations (COM) partners to support on-time delivery, promotional activity, and product launches.
• Deliver professional, courteous, and solution-oriented customer interactions across all contact channels; compose timely and accurate written and verbal responses, document all contacts in designated systems, and consistently meet or exceed order accuracy, turnaround time, and productivity standards in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Resolve product and service complaints in accordance with company guidelines and FDA, ISO, cMDR, and HIPAA regulations, escalating potentially serious incidents, compliance concerns, and customer complaints to management in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in team meetings, departmental projects, and continuous improvement efforts.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a customer service role, preferably within the life sciences, biotechnology, or a related scientific industry.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Relevant experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to handle complex customer inquiries and resolve issues independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly and concisely.
• Knowledge of CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP ECC, S/4HANA preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated empathy and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management: Experience in leading or participating in cross-functional projects.
• Knowledge of Customer Support software: Familiarity with phone systems, ERP, and workforce management.
• Customer Focus and Service: Skills in data entry, listening, excellent oral and written communication, critical thinking, relationship building, savvy people skills, problem solving, strong team orientation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to Multi-task: Successfully manage several diverse responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze data and think outside the box.

Attention to detail paramount Continuous and Versatile Learner At Waters, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry.

Why Join Us

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Location Details

Primary Work Location: USA TX - San Antonio

• USA TX - Austin
• USA TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.
• USA TX - El Paso - Plaza Circle
• USA TX - McAllen (Reynosa)

Work Shift: US BD 1st Shift 8am-5pm (United States of America)

Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting. For certain roles at Waters, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.