Customer Service Representative/ Inside Sales Representative, Level 1

Daikin Comfort; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one for all full‑t‑h

Training programs for skill growth

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Daikin Comfort seeks a Customer Service Representative to handle inquiries and drive sales through face-to-face, phone, email, or fax interactions. You will learn policies, process orders, manage shipments, and provide product information to customers.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in progressive sales, high school diploma or GED, and solid MS Office skills. The role requires accurate data input and strong customer relationship management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HVAC equipment/products is preferred.
• General MS Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) and working knowledge of database applications.
• Effective and high-quality Customer Service/Relationship management via walk-ins, phone, and email.
• Positive, professional attitude with ability to diffuse difficult situations.
• Good phone and email etiquette.
• Ability to handle high-volume customer traffic.
• Verbal and written communication of technical information clearly.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounts via outbound calls about new product launches, services, supplies, and discounts.
• Provide excellent customer service in person, by phone, and by email.
• Process orders, purchase orders, payments, quotes and delivery dates with accuracy.
• Coordinate revisions with manufacturing, sales, distribution and vendors.
• Generate new and repeat sales by providing product and technical information.
• Educate customers on product terminology, features and benefits to boost sales.
• Assist customers with warranties and returns.
• Collaborate with Branch Manager to resolve issues and ensure policy adherence.
• Periodically reach out to customers to assess satisfaction.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on sales activities.
• Expand HVAC product knowledge and stay updated on industry trends.
• Work with management to ensure a high level of service across teams.
• Follow work instructions and company policies; participate in additional projects.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

MS Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

The CSR sells the organization’s products and services for prospective and established customers. Whether face to face, on the phone or through email or fax, the CSR handles customers’ needs by finding out what they need, answering questions, creating solutions and ensuring a smooth and quick sales process. Must be knowledgeable of the organization’s policies, procedures, practices, products and services. The CSR collaborates with Regional Manager or Branch Manager to help drive territory coverage and maintain positive dealer relationships.

Why work with us?

• Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.
• Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills.
• Growth Opportunities - there are immense opportunities to grow your career.
• You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

May Include

• Help the Division deliver on its sales including the new business component by helping to maintain accounts through active communication of new product launches, services, supplies and new products sales and or discounts via outbound calls.
• Provide excellent customer service via face to face, phone calls and e-mails.
• Execute all aspects of the sales function including order processing, purchase orders, payment processing, quotes and delivery dates - ensure accuracy of information being entered to guarantee the correct item(s) are ordered.
• Recommend alternate products based on cost, availability or specifications as needed.
• Obtain and monitor scheduled shipment dates to ensure timely delivery and expedite as needed. Coordinate with manufacturing, sales, distribution, and vendors regarding shipments.
• Generate new and repeat sales by providing product and technical information in a timely manner.
• Educate customers about product terminology, features and benefits in order to improve sales and customer satisfaction.
• Provide accurate information regarding availability of in-stock items.
• Assist customers with warranties and returns.
• Collaborate with the Branch Manager to determine best methods to resolve problems to ensure customer satisfaction and adherence to the organization’s policies. Coordinate problem resolution with appropriate departments.
• Periodically reach out to customers to determine satisfaction with the organization, products, and services
• Maintain records and prepare reports on sales activities.
• Expand knowledge of HVAC products and keep current with latest trends within the industry
• Work positively with all levels of management and peers to ensure all areas and departments are kept up to speed and are working as an effective team to deliver the highest level of service possible.
• Understand and follow work instructions, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Participate in additional projects/activities to support ongoing business needs.

Nature And Scope

• Works within well-defined instructions
• Uses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasks
• Work is closely supervised

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of HVAC equipment/products is preferred
• General Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) as well as working knowledge of data base applications
• Effective and high-quality Customer Service/Relationship management skills via walk-ins, phone, and email;
• Positive, professional attitude, handling difficult customers with ability to diffuse negative situations
• Good phone etiquette and e-mail etiquette
• Ability to deal with high-volume customer traffic
• Effective verbal skills – must be able to explain fairly technical parts of information clearly
• Written skills – must be able to effectively & timely communicate via e-mail with customers & accurately input orders
• Effective organizational skills and time management skills including ability to prioritize and multi-task
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with internal and external customers and employees
• Ability to use good judgment and strong work ethics and integrity on the job
• Ability to understand and follow procedures, work instructions, and company policies

Experience

• 1 – 3 years of progressive sales experience

Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, some colleges preferred

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.