Customer Support Specialist

Ingredion Incorporated; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated is seeking a Customer Support Specialist in Westchester, NY region to serve as a critical contact for customers from order placement to delivery. This role collaborates with Logistics, Quality, Sales, Program Management, and Order Coordination to resolve issues and maintain high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications include 3–6 years of experience, SAP/Salesforce/EDI proficiency, and a bachelor’s degree in business or related field is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience preferred.
• SAP, Salesforce, and EDI experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous experience in customer-facing roles.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and handle multiple situations.
• Lean Six Sigma training or certification is a plus.
• Experience in Food/Beverage/Ingredient industry is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build sustainable relationships through open and interactive communications with customers and internal teams.
• Respond and follow up to customer inquiries promptly to ensure high levels of service.
• Understand customer needs and communicate across multiple levels of the organization.
• Interact with sales, customers, and colleagues via phone, email, chat, and in person.
• Capture accurate customer feedback to resolve issues efficiently and timely.
• Maintain CRM/ERP data and ensure key customer information is up to date.
• Support after-hours coverage for the department.
• Guide the team through organizational changes with clarity and empathy.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer-facing

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

EDI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Background

Ingredion is a Fortune 500 provider of ingredient solutions that helps nourish, comfort, sustain, and delight people around the world. Ingredion’s wide range of ingredient solutions is strategically designed to address changing consumer trends and preferences. Our specialty portfolio includes starch-based texturizers, clean and simple ingredients, plant-based proteins, sugar reduction and specialty sweeteners, and food systems. Our innovative ingredient solutions are used by consumers in everyday products, from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. And we do it all in a planet-friendly sustainable manner.

TITLE: Customer Support Specialist

LOCATION: Westchester

REPORTS TO: Customer Support Manager

Company Background

Ingredion is a Fortune 500 provider of ingredient solutions that helps nourish, comfort, sustain, and delight people around the world. Ingredion’s wide range of ingredient solutions is strategically designed to address changing consumer trends and preferences. Our specialty portfolio includes starch-based texturizers, clean and simple ingredients, plant-based proteins, sugar reduction and specialty sweeteners, and food systems. Our innovative ingredient solutions are used by consumers in everyday products, from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. And we do it all in a planet-friendly sustainable manner.

Ingredion Incorporated is in search of a Customer Support Specialist, who will enthusiastically serve as a critical point of contact with Ingredion’s customer base, from the initial placement of orders for products through their delivery. This position aligns with logistics and is not a call center. This role partners with colleagues in Logistics, Quality, Sales, Program Management, and Order Coordination to capture information and resolve customer problems, all while ensuring high levels of satisfaction and customer retention. Individuals who work in this position develop a knowledgebase which can lead to new opportunities or a rotation into other areas of the organization, such as Logistics, Sales, Supply Chain, or Quality.

As a Customer Support Specialist, Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Building sustainable relationships through open and interactive communications both internally and externally
• Respond and follow up to all customer inquiries within a timely manner to ensure they are receiving a high-level of service
• Understand the customer’s needs and communicate those needs effectively across multiple levels of the organization
• Interact with sales team, customers, colleagues via phone, email, chat and in person
• Collect prompt and accurate customer feedback to resolve issues in an orderly, efficient and timely manner.
• Encourage creative solutions and take initiative to resolve challenges effectively
• Ensure all customer complaints are tracked according to department and company procedures
• Participate in the after-hours program for the department
• Maintain CRM/ERP database, keeping current with all key customer information
• Apply deep knowledge to complete department tasks/projects
• Supervise and train peers and new hires processes and procedures
• Work national and complex accounts
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and take initiative to drive continuous improvement and personal development.
• Guide the team through organizational changes with clarity and empathy
• Ability to operate in multiple business segments and customer categories for assistance in coverage during absences and vacations.

THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT SPECIALIST POSITION IS WELL-SUITED FOR YOU IF YOU:

• Contribute to an environment that enables the wellbeing of our people and customers
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and resolve problems in a fast-paced environment, successfully coordinate and handle multiple tasks/activities simultaneously
• Embrace diversity and proactively foster an inclusive work environment where each person is valued and feels inspired to contribute their best
• Support the identification and implementation of work process improvements. Willingness to pursue a Lean Six Sigma or Lean Specialist certification. Strong detail orientation and business/math acumen, including ability to think critically, analyze problems, and advocate for fact-based solutions
• Takes personal responsibility to anticipate challenges, proactively search for opportunities, and make decisions that are in the best interest of the company

Qualified Candidates Will Have

• 3-6 years of experience preferred.
• SAP, Salesforce, and EDI experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Previous experience in customer-facing roles
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and handle multiple situations
• Have knowledge of continuous improvement, Lean, and/or Lean Six Sigma training
• Experience in Food/Beverage/Ingredient industry a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field a plus

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available

No

Pay Range

$58,700.00-$78,300.00 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.