Customer Service Sales Associate

Hertz; Palm Springs, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,216,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plan options

Life Insurance: Hertz-paid Basic Life

401(k) employer matching

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Reimbursement

Discounts

Job summary

Hertz in Palm Springs, CA, is hiring a Dollar/Thrifty Customer Service Sales Associate to consult with customers on car rentals, maximize revenue through upselling, and deliver world-class service. The role includes handling rentals, assisting returns, and promoting Hertz products.

Compensation includes an hourly rate of $18.00 plus commission, with on-target earnings and bonus plans up to 12%. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, parental leave, and more.

Qualifications

• Passion for customer service and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated to achieve and exceed targeted goals.
• Strong computer proficiency, including typing and navigating multiple systems.
• Proficiency in English with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide world class customer service by managing the rental process.
• Welcome each customer with a smile and assess needs.
• Offer optional products to meet customer wants and needs.
• Represent Hertz with professional appearance and behavior.
• Prepare rental documents accurately and completely.
• Answer phones and assist customers in a friendly, prompt manner.
• Resolve customer service issues and minimize wait times.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

English proficiency

Multitasking

Typing skills

Communication

Organization

Professionalism

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

The Dollar/Thrifty Customer Service Sales Associate consults with customers on their car rental. Maximizing revenue opportunities by actively offering products and services and overcoming customer objections. Ensures that the customer receives world-class customer service and sales support.

What You’ll Get:

• Hourly Rate is $18.00 + Commission. This role provides On Target Earning potential of starting 2%; which includes monthly bonus plans.
• Bonus Plans: Eligible, Up to 12%
• Bonus: Eligible, Up to 12%
• Benefits: Further program information can be found here at HertzBenefits.com. To include, but not limited to:
  • Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
  • Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you)
  • Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
  • Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
  • Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
  • Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
  • Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

Responsibilities:

• Provide world class customer service by managing the rental (and occasionally return) process, in compliance with Hertz’s policies and procedures.
• Welcome each customer with a smile.
• Utilize company approved sales and service techniques when determining customer wants and needs.
• Offer optional products to meet customer wants and needs.
• Proudly represent Hertz with your professional appearance, language and behavior.
• Focus on providing a clean and safe vehicle, to every customer, every time.
• Take ownership of each customer’s service experience by immediately owning and resolving issues.
• Be proud of our brand and the role you play in our success.
• Play an active role in our environment of teamwork and collaboration; know how your role contributes and do your part.
• Thoroughly enjoy Going for the WOW! Desire to Surprise and Delight.
• Build brand loyalty.
• Prepare all rental and return documents accurately and completely.
• Qualify each customer using our company rental requirement guidelines.
• Providecustomers assistance with directions, maps, local area information, appropriate service information, etc.
• Review rental parameters with all customers to ensure a complete understanding of our rates and service charges.
• Ensure that the return date and time on the rental agreement is accurate.
• Review all charges at the time of vehicle return.
• Prepare the Rental Agreement Folder with all required information.
• Answer the phones to assist customers in afriendly, helpful and prompt manner.
• Assist customers by effectively resolving all customer service issues.
• Assist and coordinate customers within the queue to minimize any wait time and promote the most efficient service method as required.

Skills:

• Passion for customer service and attention to detail - Goes the extra mile
• Self-motivated to achieve and exceed targeted goals
• Strong computer proficiency, including typing skills and the ability to navigate through multiple computer systems. Ability to multi-task on these systems while engaging with the customer in person and/or over the phone.
• Proficiency in English
• Good communication skills both written and oral. Communicate in English clearly and proficiently. Candidates fluent in other languages are encouraged to apply
• Work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of tasks.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrate professionalism and interpersonal skills
• Proven experience of working well within a team
• 100% customer focus, with proven experience within a customer facing environment

Additional Requirements:

• Work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays; and work overtime as required
• Work outdoors during all weather conditions
• Stand for long periods of time

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